Lynn Lake, MB

Manitoba

Lynn Lake is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 579. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
579 Population 2/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $43,800 per capita
$40,000 Home Value
$464 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$40,000 home value, $464/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $40,000
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $464
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.4%
145% higher than US avg

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

People

Population579
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$43,800
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty30.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$40,000
Rent$464
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQIN/A

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+39.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Lynn Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lynn Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Lynn Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lynn Lake is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 30.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lynn Lake is $40,000, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $464 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.0% have completed high school.

Lynn Lake has a population of 579 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

579
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
335.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynn Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages13%

Social Characteristics

Lynn Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynn Lake is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lynn Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.4%
145% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynn Lake is $40,000, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $464 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,000
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$464
60% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%
Renter-Occupied47.5%
Housing Units200

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Lynn Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Lynn Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Area335.0 sq mi (867.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates0.0000°N, 0.0000°W
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+39.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area335.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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