Winkler, located in southern Manitoba, continues to grow as one of the province’s fastest-rising communities. In 2024, Winkler’s population reached 37,070, representing about 2.5% of Manitoba’s total population of 1,494,301. This makes Winkler the third-largest population center in Manitoba, after Winnipeg and Brandon, and a vital hub for culture, commerce, and regional development.
Winkler City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 13,745
- Population, 2016: 12,660
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 8.6
- Total private dwellings: 5,239
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 5,089
- Population density per square kilometre: 663.1
- Land area in square kilometres: 20.73
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 365 | 2.7% |
| Chinese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black | 170 | 1.3% |
| Filipino | 340 | 2.5% |
| Arab | 95 | 0.7% |
| Latin American | 160 | 1.2% |
| Southeast Asian | 10 | 0.1% |
| West Asian | 40 | 0.3% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not a visible minority | 12,285 | 91.2% |
| Total | 13,465 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
The population of Winkler in 2024 is 37,070, making it the third-largest city in Manitoba.
Winkler represents about 2.5% of Manitoba’s total population of 1,494,301 in 2024.
The median age in Winkler is 33.6 years, younger than the provincial average, reflecting a high share of young families.
The largest visible minority groups are Filipino (2.2%), South Asian (1.3%), and Latin American (0.9%).
According to the 2021 Census, Winkler had 11,755 private dwellings, of which 11,363 were occupied by usual residents.
Source:
- Statistics Canada. Table 17-10-0148-01 Population estimates, July 1, by census metropolitan area and census agglomeration, 2021 boundaries
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0005-01 Population and dwelling counts: Canada, provinces and territories, census metropolitan areas and census agglomerations
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0351-01 Visible minority by gender and age: Canada, provinces and territories
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