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Split Lake 171, MB

Manitoba

Split Lake 171 is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 2,232. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,232 Population 44/sq mi density
$81,000 Median Income $26,600 per capita
$229,122 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
26°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$81,000 median income, 20.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$229,122 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,000
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $229,122
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.7%
475% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.0%
166% higher than US avg

How Split Lake 171 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,232
Median Age21.2 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$81,000
Per Capita$26,600
Unemployment20.7%
Poverty33.0%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,122
Rent$785
Ownership13.4%
Housing Units410
Rent Burden31.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp26°F (-3°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+27.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Split Lake 171 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Split Lake 171 receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Split Lake 171 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Split Lake 171 is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 20.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Split Lake 171 is $229,122, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Split Lake 171 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow.

Split Lake 171 has a population of 2,232 with a density of 44 people per square mile, spread across 50.3 square miles. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 74.3% of residents.

Population

2,232
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
50.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Split Lake 171 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 74.3%
5% below US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 25.1%

Social Characteristics

Split Lake 171 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Split Lake 171 is $81,000, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $512, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 69 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Split Lake 171 vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$81,000
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,600
Avg Weekly Wage$512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.7%
475% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.0%
166% above US avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone47.2%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Split Lake 171 is $229,122, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 13.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 410 total housing units in the city. 31.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,122
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden31.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership13.4%
Owner-Occupied13.4%
Renter-Occupied4.9%
Housing Units410

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, Split Lake 171 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Split Lake 171 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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Split Lake 171 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 70°F. The area gets 300 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-24°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average25.8°F
52% below US avg
January Average-10°F (-24°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area50.3 sq mi (130.2 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates56.2951°N, 96.1830°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 6.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -10°F (-24°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February -6°F (-21°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 6°F (-14°C) 0.8 in
April 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
May 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
October 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in
November 11°F (-11°C) 1.3 in
December -7°F (-22°C) 0.9 in

Split Lake 171 has a seasonal temperature swing of 71°F / from -10°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").

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2.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 94% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 47.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
94% below US avg
High School+27.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area50.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone47.2%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home2.8%

Airports Near Split Lake 171

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelsey AirportKESMedium Airport
Ilford AirportILFSmall Airport
Little Churchill River / Dunlop's Fly-In Lodge Airport-Small Airport
York Landing AirportZACSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Split Lake 171

What is the population of Split Lake 171?

Split Lake 171 has a population of 2,232 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 50.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Split Lake 171 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $81,000, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,122 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Split Lake 171 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Split Lake 171 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Split Lake 171?

Split Lake 171 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average -10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Split Lake 171?

The job market in Split Lake 171 faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $512. There are 69 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 2.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Split Lake 171?

The median home value in Split Lake 171 is $229,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $785. The homeownership rate is 13.4%.

How are the schools in Split Lake 171?

2.2% of adults in Split Lake 171 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Split Lake 171?

The average commute in Split Lake 171 is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 47.2% of workers drive alone to work, 1.9% use public transit, and 2.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Split Lake 171?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Split Lake 171 is 99.6% White. 74.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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