Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Leaf Rapids has a population of around 351 people. The town's population is in decreased. Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Leaf Rapids has decreased by ▼ -39.69%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 582 | 351 | --39.69% |
2026 Population Projection
Leaf Rapids's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 351 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Leaf Rapids Population Trend & Context
Leaf Rapids had a 2021 census population of 351 — a decline of 231 (▼ 39.69%) people from the 582 recorded in 2016.
The town's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Manitoba towns. The town's median age of 26.6 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
Population By Genders
The male population of Leaf Rapids is around 165 while the female population is around 190.
Of the 351 total population in Leaf Rapids, the largest gender is female with around 190 female within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 165 | 190 | -13.16% |
Is Leaf Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Leaf Rapids compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Manitoba, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Leaf Rapids Population Compared to Manitoba
Manitoba's population in 2021 was 1,342,153, spread across the area. Here's how Leaf Rapids compares to the town's key indicators:
| Indicator | Leaf Rapids | Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $70,500 | $79,500 |
| Unemployment rate | 15.4% | 8.3% |
| Median age | 26.6 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7.4% | 25.9% |
| Immigrants (%) | 2.6% | 19.7% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Leaf Rapids has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 10 to 14 years old, accounting for 11.40% of the total population. The town median age is 26.60.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|
Broader Age Groups
If the town's population is divided into broader age groups, most of the population falls into the 15 to 64 years age group. The group accounts for 58.60% of the population. The other age groups, 0 to 14 years and 65 years and over, account for 31.40% and 11.40%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Leaf Rapids are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 to 64 years | 57.60% | 57.90% | 58.60% |
| 65 years and over | 20.00% | 15.00% | 40.00% |
| 0 to 14 years | 27.30% | 31.60% | 31.40% |
| 65 years and over | 12.10% | 7.90% | 11.40% |
Population of Leaf Rapids by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Leaf Rapids is quite diverse, which contributes to the town's vibrant cultural landscape. Leaf Rapids is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the town appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Leaf Rapids are North American Indigenous, which accounts for 59.74% of the total population, followed by First Nations (North American Indian) (9.09%), English (6.49%), Tigrinya (0.00%), and Nicaraguan (0.00%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Leaf Rapids include Mauritian, Kenyan, Oji-Cree, Vincentian, and Jordanian.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North American Indigenous | 60.53% | 56.41% | 59.74% |
| First Nations (North American Indian) | 10.53% | 5.13% | 9.09% |
| English | 5.26% | 10.26% | 6.49% |
| Tigrinya | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Nicaraguan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mauritian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Kenyan | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Oji-Cree | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Vincentian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Jordanian | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Indigenous Identity in Leaf Rapids
About 89.61% of Leaf Rapids's population (345 people) identify with an Indigenous identity, compared to 10.39% who report a non-Indigenous identity.
Of the Indigenous population, 325 people (84.40% of the total population) hold Registered or Treaty Indian status.
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Leaf Rapids's population profile.
About 2.6% of Leaf Rapids's population are immigrants (10 people).
The top countries of origin for Leaf Rapids's immigrant population are Brazil (0), Colombia (0), El Salvador (0), Guyana (0), Haiti (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 |
| El Salvador | 0 |
| Guyana | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 |
100.0% of Leaf Rapids's residents (380 people) are Canadian citizens, and 0.0% are not.
By generation status, 3.9% of residents are first generation (born outside Canada), 3.9% are second generation, and 93.5% are third generation or more.
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 90 of Leaf Rapids's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 1 person household.
Household Size
About 14.60% of the population lives in 1 person households. 2 persons households ranked second, accounting for 10.40% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 10.40%, 8.35%, and 6.25%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 35 | 14.60% |
| 2 persons | 25 | 10.40% |
| 5 or more persons | 25 | 10.40% |
| 3 persons | 20 | 8.35% |
| 4 persons | 15 | 6.25% |
Family and Household Structure in Leaf Rapids
Of census families in Leaf Rapids, 61.1% are couple families and 38.9% are one-parent families. The average census family has 3.2 people.
30.4% of households in Leaf Rapids are one-person households, 34.8% are couple-family households, 13.0% are one-parent-family households, and 4.3% are multigenerational households.
| Household Type | Households | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| One-person households | 35 | 30.4% |
| Couple-family households | 40 | 34.8% |
| One-parent-family households | 15 | 13.0% |
| Multigenerational households | 5 | 4.3% |
Income in Leaf Rapids
Analyzing income distribution in Leaf Rapids can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Leaf Rapids is $35,600.
A region's per capita data sheds light on the average income earned per person living in it. Since per capita income is calculated by dividing the region's total income by its population, it quantifies the population's economic situation on an individual basis.
Such data offers insights into the town's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Leaf Rapids population or around 45 people falls in the $10,000 to $29,999 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and $30,000 to $49,999 with around 35 and 30 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Leaf Rapids's median household income is $70,500, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Leaf Rapids's median household income is 13,500 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the town's economic landscape as well as the living standards of its population.
Analyzing such data enables researchers, policymakers, and businesses to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the town's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Leaf Rapids
This data sheds light on the distribution of Leaf Rapids residents across educational milestones.
Such information is crucial in shaping the province’s policies on education, workforce development strategies, and initiatives that aim to improve access to quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.
57.60% or most of the Leaf Rapids population has a No certificate, diploma or degree. 24.20% of the population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate, and 18.20% has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree. (Individual figures may not sum to exactly 100% due to Statistics Canada's random rounding of small-area 25% sample data.)
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 50 | 40 | 95 | 57.60% |
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 15 | 30 | 40 | 24.20% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 10 | 20 | 30 | 18.20% |
Below national average 9.1% of Leaf Rapids's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Leaf Rapids
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Leaf Rapids. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Leaf Rapids is at 15.38% which is very high.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 20.75% |
| Unemployment rate | 15.38% |
Work Activity During the Reference Year
Of the population aged 15 and over in Leaf Rapids, 11.5% worked full year full time in the reference year, 17.3% worked part year and/or part time, and 71.2% did not work.
| Work Activity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Worked full year full time | 30 | 11.5% |
| Worked part year and/or part time | 45 | 17.3% |
| Did not work | 185 | 71.2% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the town who work as an employee. The majority of Leaf Rapids's population (around 71.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the town, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Leaf Rapids industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Leaf Rapids is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Leaf Rapids has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (50%) works in the educational services sector. The Retail trade sector comes second at 14%, followed by Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational services | 10 | 20 | 50% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 14% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Leaf Rapids residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Leaf Rapids: Educational services (50%), Retail trade (14%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%)
Top occupation categories in Leaf Rapids: Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services (43%), Sales and service occupations (29%), Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (14%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the town. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 25 | 30 | 55 | 100.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Leaf Rapids residents travel to school or work. It highlights the frequency of different modes of transportation like walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit.
The data is pivotal in the making of transportation policies as well as the development of transit systems. Ultimately commuting data contributes to improving the quality of life of Leaf Rapids residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Leaf Rapids spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the town's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the town.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 90.90% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Leaf Rapids shed light on its societal dynamics. It captures the diverse types of marital statuses of the population.
Long-term commitments, such as common-law partnerships, civil unions, and marriages, reflect the town's social fabric. We can gain insights into Leaf Rapids's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights town's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.
English is the most spoken official language in Leaf Rapids. About 350 people living in the town speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 350 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Knowledge of Official Languages
About 2.9% of Leaf Rapids's population is bilingual, knowing both English and French. 97.1% know English only, 0.0% know French only, and 0.0% know neither official language.
| Knowledge of Official Languages | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 340 | 97.1% |
| French only | 0 | 0.0% |
| English and French | 10 | 2.9% |
| Neither English nor French | 0 | 0.0% |
Mother Tongue & Home Language
Useful for newcomers researching an area: this shows the language residents first learned at home in childhood (mother tongue) and the language they speak most often at home now, which can differ as families settle in.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| English | 84.3% | 98.6% |
| Non-official languages | 14.3% | 1.4% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Leaf Rapids is predominantly Christian. About 160 of its population is Christian (75 males and 85 females).
The second largest religion in the town is Buddhist with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 41.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Nearest Towns to Leaf Rapids
- Lynn Lake 76.4 km · 579 people
- Snow Lake 175.7 km · 1,088 people
- The Pas 303.6 km · 5,639 people
- Gillam 326.9 km · 1,007 people
- Grand Rapids 368.6 km · 213 people
- Churchill 432.1 km · 870 people
- Swan River 490.7 km · 4,049 people
- Arborg 644.3 km · 1,279 people
Frequently Asked Questions about Leaf Rapids
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Leaf Rapids has a population of 351 people, making it the 137th town in Manitoba. The population declined significantly from 582 in 2016, a decrease of 231 people or 39.69%. The town has a population density of 0.3 people per km² across a land area of 1,237.66 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Leaf Rapids's population declined by 39.69% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 582 to 351 people, a loss of 231 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Manitoba towns during this period. The median age of 26.60 years suggests a comparatively young population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Leaf Rapids has a population density of approximately 0.30 people per square kilometre.
Leaf Rapids covers a land area of approximately 1,237.66 km².
The median age of the population in Leaf Rapids is 26.60 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Leaf Rapids is North American Indigenous.
The median household income in Leaf Rapids is $70,500, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Leaf Rapids.
Christian is the predominant religion in Leaf Rapids.
According to the 2021 Census, 89.6% of Leaf Rapids's population identifies with an Indigenous identity.
100.0% of Leaf Rapids's residents are Canadian citizens, based on 2021 Census data.
One-parent families make up 41.2% of census families in Leaf Rapids, according to the 2021 Census.
Multigenerational households make up 4.3% of all households in Leaf Rapids, per the 2021 Census.
2.9% of Leaf Rapids's population knows both English and French, based on 2021 Census data on knowledge of official languages.
Of the population aged 15 and over in Leaf Rapids, 11.5% worked full year full time in the 2021 Census reference year.
Statistics Canada (statcan.gc.ca) conducted the 2026 Census of Population in May 2026. However, census data goes through an extensive processing, validation, and quality-assurance period before public release. Based on the release plan, the 2026 Census results begin rolling out on February 10, 2027, with complete community-level profiles available by December 1, 2027. Until then, this page uses 2021 Census data as its primary source, supplemented by a population projection estimate for 2026 calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the 2016–2021 Census period.