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St. Laurent, MB

Manitoba

St. Laurent is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,542. Residents earn $66,500 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,542 Population 8/sq mi density
$66,500 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 9.5% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,500 median income, 21.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,500
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.8%
506% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,542
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,500
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment21.8%
Poverty18.0%
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$800
Ownership81.3%
Housing Units670
Rent Burden9.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation876 ft (267 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+33.7%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute40 min

Is St. Laurent a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Laurent receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, long commute times. St. Laurent has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Laurent is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Laurent is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Laurent has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches.

St. Laurent has a population of 1,542 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 185.4 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 72.1% of residents, while 15.9% speak Spanish.

Population

1,542
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
185.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Laurent vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 72.1%
8% below US avg
Spanish 15.9%
19% above US avg
Other Languages 12.0%

Social Characteristics

St. Laurent vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Laurent is $66,500, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 21.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 48 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 22.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Laurent vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$66,500
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.8%
506% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.5 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.4%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Laurent is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 81.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 670 total housing units in the city. 9.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden9.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.3%
Owner-Occupied81.3%
Renter-Occupied17.9%
Housing Units670

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, St. Laurent receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: St. Laurent 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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St. Laurent has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 67°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 20.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 876 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area185.4 sq mi (480.2 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates50.4626°N, 97.8204°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.0"
47% below US avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.46"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 0.9 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
October 42°F (5°C) 1.6 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 1.0 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 0.9 in

St. Laurent has a seasonal temperature swing of 67°F / from -1°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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4.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.7% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+33.7%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area185.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.5 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.4%

Schools in St. Laurent

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dsfm Ecole Aurèle Lemoine - - - -
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Gas Stations in St. Laurent

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near St. Laurent

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International AirportYWGLarge Airport
Portage-la-Prairie / Southport AirportYPGMedium Airport
Arborg Airport-Small Airport
Ashern Airport-Small Airport
Fisher Branch Airport-Small Airport
Kendall Farm Airport-Small Airport
Lundar Airport-Small Airport
Macdonald Airport-Small Airport
Portage La Prairie (North) Airport-Small Airport
St. François Xavier Airport-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Laurent

What is the population of St. Laurent?

St. Laurent has a population of 1,542 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 185.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.7% male.

Is St. Laurent expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is St. Laurent safe?

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

What is the weather like in St. Laurent?

St. Laurent has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in St. Laurent?

The job market in St. Laurent faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $723. There are 48 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 40 minutes, and 22.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Laurent?

The median home value in St. Laurent is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 81.3%.

How are the schools in St. Laurent?

4.1% of adults in St. Laurent hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.7% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in St. Laurent?

The average commute in St. Laurent is 40 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Laurent?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Laurent is 95.4% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino, 1.3% Asian. 72.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.9% speak Spanish.

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