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Pinawa, MB

Manitoba

Pinawa is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,558. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,558 Population 32/sq mi density
$87,000 Median Income $49,920 per capita
$246,000 Home Value
$1,200 Median Rent 9.2% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 294 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$87,000 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$246,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,000
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $246,000
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,558
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$87,000
Per Capita$49,920
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty6.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,000
Rent$1,200
Ownership87.2%
Housing Units705
Rent Burden9.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+29.4%
Graduate+6.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Pinawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinawa receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pinawa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinawa is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinawa is $246,000, 13% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pinawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches.

Pinawa has a population of 1,558 with a density of 32 people per square mile, spread across 48.9 square miles. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.2% of residents.

Population

1,558
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
48.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.2%
11% above US avg
Spanish 2.9%
79% below US avg
Other Languages 9.9%

Social Characteristics

Pinawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinawa is $87,000, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,920 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 48 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 24.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pinawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,000
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,920
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinawa is $246,000, 13% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 87.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 705 total housing units in the city. 9.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,000
13% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden9.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.2%
Owner-Occupied87.2%
Renter-Occupied12.8%
Housing Units705

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, Pinawa receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pinawa 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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Pinawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 67°F. The area gets 294 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 23.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area48.9 sq mi (126.5 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates50.1644°N, 95.9664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.0"
40% below US avg
Snowfall 4.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 1.0 in

Pinawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 67°F / from -1°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.7").

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12.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.4% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+29.4%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area48.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

Schools in Pinawa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pinawa Secondary School - - - -
FW Gilbert Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Pinawa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lac du Bonnet Regional Library0.0

Hotels in Pinawa

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

English River Cabin
Orange Cabin
Pinawa Motor Inn
Red Cabin
Wilderness Edge Resort

Gas Stations in Pinawa

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Co-Op
Esso

Gyms in Pinawa

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Core Action Fitness and Rehab

Golf Courses in Pinawa

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pinawa Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Pinawa

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Airports Near Pinawa

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lac du Bonnet Airport-Medium Airport
Beausejour/Av-Ranch Airpark-Small Airport
Bird River (Lac Du Bonnet) Airport-Small Airport
Silver Falls Airport-Small Airport
Steinbach (South) Airport-Small Airport
Steinbach Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pinawa

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Pinawa Alliance Church
Pinawa Catholic Church
Pinawa Lutheran Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pinawa

What is the population of Pinawa?

Pinawa has a population of 1,558 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 48.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 50.6% male.

Is Pinawa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $246,000 (13% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pinawa safe?

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

What is the weather like in Pinawa?

Pinawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pinawa?

The unemployment rate in Pinawa is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 48 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 24.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pinawa?

The median home value in Pinawa is $246,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200. The homeownership rate is 87.2%.

How are the schools in Pinawa?

12.1% of adults in Pinawa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.4% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pinawa?

The average commute in Pinawa is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pinawa?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pinawa is 98.7% White. 87.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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