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Waterhen 45, MB

Manitoba

Waterhen 45 is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 476. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
476 Population 63/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $21,400 per capita
$229,122 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 298 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$229,122 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,122
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.0%
174% higher than US avg

How Waterhen 45 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population476
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$21,400
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty34.0%
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$229,122
Rent$785
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units170
Rent Burden31.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation830 ft (253 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+21.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Waterhen 45 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waterhen 45 receives an overall livability score of 2.4 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, below-average incomes. Waterhen 45 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waterhen 45 is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waterhen 45 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. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Waterhen 45 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow.

Waterhen 45 has a population of 476 with a density of 63 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.7% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.4% of residents.

Population

476
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Waterhen 45 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.4%
11% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 12.6%

Social Characteristics

Waterhen 45 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waterhen 45 is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $412, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waterhen 45 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,400
Avg Weekly Wage$412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Waterhen 45 is $229,122, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 170 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

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 Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied5.9%
Housing Units170

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, Waterhen 45 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Waterhen 45 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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Waterhen 45 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 68°F. The area gets 298 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 20.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 830 feet.

Temperature

-3°F Jan (-19°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average34.3°F
36% below US avg
January Average-3°F (-19°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.5 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates51.9648°N, 99.6191°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.7"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 6.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -3°F (-19°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 1.1 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.2 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 65°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 1.1 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 1.0 in

Waterhen 45 has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from -3°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+21.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Clinics in Waterhen 45

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterhen 45

What is the population of Waterhen 45?

Waterhen 45 has a population of 476 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.7% female and 46.3% male.

Is Waterhen 45 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,000, 33% below 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 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Waterhen 45 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Waterhen 45 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Waterhen 45?

Waterhen 45 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.7 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Waterhen 45?

The job market in Waterhen 45 faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $412. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waterhen 45?

The median home value in Waterhen 45 is $229,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $785. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Waterhen 45?

3.0% of adults in Waterhen 45 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Waterhen 45?

The average commute in Waterhen 45 is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waterhen 45?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waterhen 45 is 100% White. 87.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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