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Lakeshore, MB

Manitoba

Lakeshore is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,186. Residents earn $66,500 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,186 Population 2/sq mi density
$66,500 Median Income $43,900 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 9.8% income on rent
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$66,500 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,500
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

How Lakeshore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,186
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,500
Per Capita$43,900
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty21.6%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units495
Rent Burden9.8%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+32.5%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Lakeshore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeshore receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Lakeshore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeshore is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeshore is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.5% have completed high school.

Lakeshore has a population of 1,186 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

1,186
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
500.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeshore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg
Other Languages7.2%

Social Characteristics

Lakeshore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeshore is $66,500, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lakeshore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,500
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeshore is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden9.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Renter-Occupied14.1%
Housing Units495

Property Tax

In Lakeshore, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lakeshore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+32.5%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area500.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

Nearby Cities

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