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Sifton, MB

Manitoba

Sifton is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,239. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,239 Population 4/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $42,800 per capita
$170,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 15.7% income on rent
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,239
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$42,800
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty15.9%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units505
Rent Burden15.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+27.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Sifton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sifton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Sifton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sifton is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sifton is $170,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sifton has a population of 1,239 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

1,239
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
324.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Sifton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg
Other Languages2.4%

Social Characteristics

Sifton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sifton is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Sifton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sifton is $170,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden15.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%
Renter-Occupied9.9%
Housing Units505

Property Tax

In Sifton, 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: Sifton 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%
Premature Death95/100K

Food & Exercise

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+27.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area324.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.5%

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