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Snow Lake, MB

Manitoba

Snow Lake is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,088. Residents earn $111,000 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,088 Population 2/sq mi density
$111,000 Median Income $69,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 6.4% income on rent
29°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$111,000 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $111,000
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,088
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,000
Per Capita$69,200
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty4.6%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$1,000
Ownership71.6%
Housing Units475
Rent Burden6.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-1°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation899 ft (274 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+29.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Snow Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snow Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Snow Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snow Lake is $111,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 48% above $75,149. This places Snow Lake among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snow Lake is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x 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

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Snow Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow.

Snow Lake has a population of 1,088 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 450.4 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.8% female and 53.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents.

Population

1,088
Total Population
2021 Census
2
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
450.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Snow Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
97% below US avg
Other Languages 6.0%

Social Characteristics

Snow Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snow Lake is $111,000, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $69,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,331. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 34 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Snow Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,000
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,331

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Snow Lake is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). 71.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 475 total housing units in the city. 6.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden6.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.6%
Owner-Occupied71.6%
Renter-Occupied27.4%
Housing Units475

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, Snow Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Snow Lake 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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Snow Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-1°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 72°F. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 899 feet.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average29.4°F
46% below US avg
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Area450.4 sq mi (1,166.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates54.8790°N, 100.0374°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -10°F (-23°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February -1°F (-18°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 11°F (-12°C) 0.8 in
April 30°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
October 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
November 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in
December -1°F (-18°C) 1.0 in

Snow Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 72°F / from -10°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 62.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.5% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+29.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area450.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home5.3%

Schools in Snow Lake

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Joseph H. Kerr School - - - -
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Hotels in Snow Lake

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Snow Lake Motor Inn

Gas Stations in Snow Lake

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Petro-Canada

Airports Near Snow Lake

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Snow Lake Airport-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Snow Lake

What is the population of Snow Lake?

Snow Lake has a population of 1,088 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 450.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 46.8% female and 53.2% male.

Is Snow Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $111,000, 48% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Snow Lake safe?

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

What is the weather like in Snow Lake?

Snow Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Snow Lake?

Snow Lake has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,331. There are 34 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 5.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Snow Lake?

The median home value in Snow Lake is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 71.6%.

How are the schools in Snow Lake?

8.7% of adults in Snow Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Snow Lake?

The average commute in Snow Lake is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 62.3% of workers drive alone to work, 3.5% use public transit, and 5.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Snow Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Snow Lake is 99.6% White. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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