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Roland, MB

Manitoba

Roland is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,145. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,145 Population 6/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $38,700 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$548 Median Rent 8.2% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $548/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $548
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,145
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$38,700
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.6%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$548
Ownership88.8%
Housing Units400
Rent Burden8.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation863 ft (263 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+29.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Roland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Roland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roland is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roland is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $548 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x 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

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Roland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow.

Roland has a population of 1,145 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 187.1 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 52.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 72.9% of residents.

Population

1,145
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
187.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Roland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 72.9%
7% below US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 26.2%

Social Characteristics

Roland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roland is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,700. The average weekly wage is $744, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 35 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 22.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Roland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,700
Avg Weekly Wage$744

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Roland is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $548 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 88.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 400 total housing units in the city. 8.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$548
53% below US avg
Rent Burden8.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.8%
Owner-Occupied88.8%
Renter-Occupied11.3%
Housing Units400

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, Roland receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Roland 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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Roland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 297 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average37.6°F
30% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Area187.1 sq mi (484.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates49.3662°N, 97.9376°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
44% below US avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CLOW (1,358 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 CLOW 1,358 84 km
2021 DAHL 1,312 98 km
2004 UNNAMED 1,312 91 km
2012 WATER TOWER FIRE 1,286 97 km
2012 RICHARDVILLE BORDER FIRE 1,206 87 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 1.2 in
December 8°F (-13°C) 1.1 in

Roland has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F / from 2°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.8").

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6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+29.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area187.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.3%

Radio Stations near Roland

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFAM 950 Altona, MB easy listening AAC+ 64 kbps
CKMW-FM "Country 88.9" Winkler, MB country AAC+ 64 kbps
CJEL-FM "Eagle 93.5" Winkler, MB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 63 kbps

Museums in Roland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
4-H Museum
Canadian Fossil Discovery Center
Manitoba Baseball Museum
Pembina Threshermen's Museum
Plum Coulee Prairie View Elevator Museum

Libraries in Roland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Morden Library0.0
Public library0.0

Farmers Markets in Roland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
The Brick

Gas Stations in Roland

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Roland General Store

Golf Courses in Roland

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Roland Golf Club

Breweries in Roland

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rendezvous Brewery and Taproom

Airports Near Roland

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International AirportYWGLarge Airport
Portage-la-Prairie / Southport AirportYPGMedium Airport
Altona Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Bohn Airstrip-Small Airport
Carman (South) Airport-Small Airport
Cavalier Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Craig Private Airport-Small Airport
Dale Air Services Airport-Small Airport
Elliott Farms Airport-Small Airport
Friendship Field-Small Airport
Goodman Strip-Small Airport
Hinkle Airport-Small Airport
Homewood Airport-Small Airport
Horsley Airstrip-Small Airport
Macdonald Airport-Small Airport
Manitou Airport-Small Airport
Morden Regional Airport-Small Airport
Olafson Brothers Airport-Small Airport
Pembina Municipal AirportPMBSmall Airport
Portage La Prairie (North) Airport-Small Airport
Robertson Field-Small Airport
Roland (Graham Field) Airport-Small Airport
Rosenort Airport-Small Airport
St Thomas Municipal Airport-Small Airport
St. François Xavier Airport-Small Airport
Starbuck Airport-Small Airport
Treherne (South Norfolk Airpark) Airport-Small Airport
Treherne Airport-Small Airport
Walhalla Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Winkler Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Roland

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Roland

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Roland United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roland

What is the population of Roland?

Roland has a population of 1,145 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 187.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48% female and 52.4% male.

Is Roland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $548 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Roland safe?

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

What is the weather like in Roland?

Roland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Roland?

The unemployment rate in Roland is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $744. There are 35 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 22.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Roland?

The median home value in Roland is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $548. The homeownership rate is 88.8%.

How are the schools in Roland?

6.0% of adults in Roland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Roland?

The average commute in Roland is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Roland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Roland is 99.6% White. 72.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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