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Neepawa, MB

Manitoba

Neepawa is a small city in Manitoba with a population of 5,685. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
5,685 Population 862/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $39,960 per capita
$210,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 11.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $210,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,685
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density862/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$39,960
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty8.7%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,865
Rent Burden11.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+41.1%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute13 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Neepawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neepawa receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Neepawa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neepawa is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neepawa is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Neepawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 32.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Neepawa has a population of 5,685 with a density of 862 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47%), with 1.6% Black, 49.1% Asian.

Population

5,685
Total Population
2021 Census
862
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Neepawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.1%
31% below US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg
Other Languages45.6%

Social Characteristics

Neepawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neepawa is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Neepawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Neepawa is $210,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,000
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden11.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Renter-Occupied31.1%
Housing Units1,865

Property Tax

In Neepawa, 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: Neepawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Neepawa has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall32.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density862/sq mi
Coordinates50.2289°N, 99.4664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+41.1%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density862/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Nearby Cities

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