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Moose Lake, MB

Manitoba

Moose Lake is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 155. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
155 Population 884/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $40,590 per capita
$229,122 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 295 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 66.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$229,122 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,122
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 66.7%
1753% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age25.6 yrs
Density884/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$40,590
Unemployment66.7%
Poverty21.2%
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,122
Rent$785
Ownership44.4%
Housing Units45
Rent Burden29.2%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,132 ft (345 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+11.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute10 min

Is Moose Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moose Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Moose Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moose Lake is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 66.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moose Lake is $229,122, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 11.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Moose Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches.

Moose Lake has a population of 155 with a density of 884 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 25.6 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 67.7% female and 32.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 58.1% of residents.

Population

155
Total Population
884
People / sq mi
25.6yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.3%
Female 67.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Moose Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 58.1%
26% below US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 41.9%

Social Characteristics

Moose Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moose Lake is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,590. The average weekly wage is $781, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 66.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Moose Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,590
Avg Weekly Wage$781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment66.7%
1753% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Moose Lake is $229,122, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 44.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 45 total housing units in the city. 29.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,122
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership44.4%
Owner-Occupied44.4%
Renter-Occupied22.2%
Housing Units45

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Moose Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Moose Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 295 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,132 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,132 ft (345 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density884/sq mi
Coordinates49.2056°N, 95.3063°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.8"
40% below US avg
Snowfall 4.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: JUNEBERRY 3 (29,455 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 JUNEBERRY 3 29,455 81 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,647 67 km
1988 UNNAMED 22,262 77 km
2007 UNNAMED 21,954 77 km
1988 UNNAMED 17,778 99 km
2003 CARIBOU 16,184 94 km
1988 UNNAMED 14,432 67 km
1988 UNNAMED 11,927 96 km
2003 UNNAMED 11,544 97 km
2018 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 7 9,471 89 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,281 99 km
2000 UNNAMED 9,194 95 km
1988 UNNAMED 7,578 32 km
2003 CANADA 7,065 68 km
2006 UNNAMED 6,964 90 km
2000 UNNAMED 6,057 98 km
1985 UNNAMED 5,891 98 km
1990 UNNAMED 5,817 76 km
1995 UNNAMED 5,274 63 km
1988 UNNAMED 5,013 68 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 1.1 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

Moose Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F / from 0°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.6").

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11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 11.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+11.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density884/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Moose Lake

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ANGLE INLET ELEMENTARY Elementary 5 0 -
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Museums in Moose Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Buffalo Point Museum

Gas Stations in Moose Lake

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Silver Birch Resort

Airports Near Moose Lake

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baudette International AirportBDEMedium Airport
Cox-Coyour Memorial Field-Small Airport
Erickson Airport-Small Airport
Northwest Angle Airport-Small Airport
Piney Pinecreek Border Airport-Small Airport
Roseau Municipal Rudy Billberg FieldROXSmall Airport
Warroad International Memorial AirportRRTSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moose Lake

What is the population of Moose Lake?

Moose Lake has a population of 155 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 884 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 67.7% female and 32.3% male.

Is Moose Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,500, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,122 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Moose Lake safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Moose Lake receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Moose Lake?

Moose Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Moose Lake?

The job market in Moose Lake faces challenges, with unemployment at 66.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $781. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Moose Lake?

The median home value in Moose Lake is $229,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $785. The homeownership rate is 44.4%.

How are the schools in Moose Lake?

11.1% of adults in Moose Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 11.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Moose Lake?

The average commute in Moose Lake is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Moose Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Moose Lake is 100% White. 58.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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