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Portage la Prairie, MB
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Portage la Prairie, MB
At a Glance
How Portage la Prairie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Portage la Prairie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Portage la Prairie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Portage la Prairie residents earn a median household income of $69,000 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,680. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 411 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Portage la Prairie is $226,000 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $880/month, with 17.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
11.9% of adults in Portage la Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 31.5% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Portage la Prairie has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches.