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Souris-Glenwood, MB

Manitoba

Souris-Glenwood is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 2,547. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,547 Population 11/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $45,200 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$735 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $735/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

How Souris-Glenwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,547
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$45,200
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty14.1%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,030
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+31.9%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Souris-Glenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Souris-Glenwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Souris-Glenwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Souris-Glenwood is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Souris-Glenwood is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Souris-Glenwood has a population of 2,547 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 6.9% Asian.

Population

2,547
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
223.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Souris-Glenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages7.7%

Social Characteristics

Souris-Glenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Souris-Glenwood is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Souris-Glenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Souris-Glenwood is $220,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units1,030

Property Tax

In Souris-Glenwood, 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: Souris-Glenwood 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%

Food & Exercise

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+31.9%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area223.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.6%

Nearby Cities

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