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Waywayseecappo First Nation, MB

Manitoba

Waywayseecappo First Nation is a small town in Manitoba with a population of 1,409. Residents earn $42,400 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,409 Population 38/sq mi density
$42,400 Median Income $20,640 per capita
$229,122 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$42,400 median income, 24.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$229,122 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $42,400
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,122
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 24.4%
578% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 55.1%
344% higher than US avg

How Waywayseecappo First Nation Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,409
Median Age21.6 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

F
Median Income$42,400
Per Capita$20,640
Unemployment24.4%
Poverty55.1%
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$229,122
Rent$785
Ownership2.3%
Housing Units430
Rent Burden36.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation1,814 ft (553 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+34.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Waywayseecappo First Nation a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waywayseecappo First Nation receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Waywayseecappo First Nation has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waywayseecappo First Nation is $42,400, 44% below the national average of $75,149. At 24.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 55.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waywayseecappo First Nation 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. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Waywayseecappo First Nation has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow.

Waywayseecappo First Nation has a population of 1,409 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 37.3 square miles. The median age is 21.6 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.4% of residents.

Population

1,409
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
21.6yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
37.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Waywayseecappo First Nation vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 9.6%

Social Characteristics

Waywayseecappo First Nation vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waywayseecappo First Nation is $42,400, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,640 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $397, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 24.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 55.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 44 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waywayseecappo First Nation vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,400
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,640
Avg Weekly Wage$397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.4%
578% above US avg
Poverty Rate55.1%
344% above US avg
Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Waywayseecappo First Nation is $229,122, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 2.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 430 total housing units in the city. 36.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Burden36.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership2.3%
Owner-Occupied2.3%
Renter-Occupied2.3%
Housing Units430

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, Waywayseecappo First Nation receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Waywayseecappo First Nation 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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Waywayseecappo First Nation has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 64°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 19.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,814 feet.

Temperature

-3°F Jan (-19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average-3°F (-19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,814 ft (553 m)
Area37.3 sq mi (96.6 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates50.6756°N, 100.9277°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.7"
48% below US avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 11, 2021.

Apr 14, 2010 2 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.4 60 km
Feb 1, 2012 8 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.1 64 km
Aug 16, 2019 18 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M4.0 64 km
Aug 11, 2021 25 km S of Langenburg, Canada M4.0 53 km
Sep 5, 2016 13 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.8 70 km
Apr 11, 2008 25 km ESE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.6 58 km
Jul 10, 1992 17 km E of Esterhazy, Canada M3.4 64 km
Jan 15, 2011 11 km NNW of Langenburg, Canada M3.1 66 km
Feb 24, 2006 15 km S of Langenburg, Canada M2.8 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -3°F (-19°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 1.1 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.9 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 1.0 in

Waywayseecappo First Nation has a seasonal temperature swing of 67°F / from -3°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.7").

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3.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 74.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+34.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area37.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Schools in Waywayseecappo First Nation

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Waywayseecappo Community School - - - -
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Gas Stations in Waywayseecappo First Nation

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Waywayseecappo Gas Bar

Airports Near Waywayseecappo First Nation

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gilbert Plains Airport-Small Airport
Moosomin Airport-Small Airport
Roblin Airport-Small Airport
Rocanville Airport-Small Airport
Russell Airport-Small Airport
Shoal Lake Airport-Small Airport
Strathclair Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waywayseecappo First Nation

What is the population of Waywayseecappo First Nation?

Waywayseecappo First Nation has a population of 1,409 residents and is located in Manitoba. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 37.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48.4% male.

Is Waywayseecappo First Nation expensive to live in?

The median household income is $42,400, 44% 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 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Waywayseecappo First Nation safe?

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

What is the weather like in Waywayseecappo First Nation?

Waywayseecappo First Nation 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 64°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Waywayseecappo First Nation?

The job market in Waywayseecappo First Nation faces challenges, with unemployment at 24.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $397. There are 44 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 7.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waywayseecappo First Nation?

The median home value in Waywayseecappo First Nation is $229,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $785. The homeownership rate is 2.3%.

How are the schools in Waywayseecappo First Nation?

3.4% of adults in Waywayseecappo First Nation hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Waywayseecappo First Nation?

The average commute in Waywayseecappo First Nation is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waywayseecappo First Nation?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waywayseecappo First Nation is 100% White. 90.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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