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Swan Valley West, MB

Manitoba

Swan Valley West is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 2,759. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,759 Population 4/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $43,440 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$400 Median Rent 6.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $400/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

How Swan Valley West Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,759
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$43,440
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty15.5%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$400
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,115
Rent Burden6.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+33.6%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Swan Valley West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swan Valley West receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Swan Valley West offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swan Valley West is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Swan Valley West is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $400 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.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Swan Valley West has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Swan Valley West has a population of 2,759 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

2,759
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
662.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Swan Valley West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg
Other Languages7.1%

Social Characteristics

Swan Valley West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swan Valley West is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Swan Valley West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Swan Valley West is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$400
66% below US avg
Rent Burden6.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.9%
Renter-Occupied8.1%
Housing Units1,115

Property Tax

In Swan Valley West, 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: Swan Valley West 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

Swan Valley West has an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.5°F
36% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall4.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area662.9 sq mi (1,716.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates52.0065°N, 101.4066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg
6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+33.6%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area662.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.5%

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