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Alberni-Clayoquot E, BC

British Columbia

Alberni-Clayoquot E is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,946. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,946 Population 348/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $46,880 per capita
$552,000 Home Value
$970 Median Rent 12.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 186 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 5.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$552,000 home value, $970/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $552,000
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

How Alberni-Clayoquot E Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,946
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density348/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$46,880
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty10.1%
Commute22 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$552,000
Rent$970
Ownership87.3%
Housing Units1,260
Rent Burden12.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain85.0 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Alberni-Clayoquot E a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alberni-Clayoquot E receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Alberni-Clayoquot E has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alberni-Clayoquot E is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alberni-Clayoquot E is $552,000, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 7x 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

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Alberni-Clayoquot E experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 186 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 85.0 inches, including 26.0 inches of snow.

Alberni-Clayoquot E has a population of 2,946 with a density of 348 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.9% of residents.

Population

2,946
Total Population
348
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Alberni-Clayoquot E vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 5.6%

Social Characteristics

Alberni-Clayoquot E vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alberni-Clayoquot E is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,880 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $902, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 91 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alberni-Clayoquot E vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,880
Avg Weekly Wage$902

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)91

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Alberni-Clayoquot E is $552,000, 96% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below the national average of $1,163). 87.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,260 total housing units in the city. 12.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$552,000
96% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg
Rent Burden12.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.3%
Owner-Occupied87.3%
Renter-Occupied12.7%
Housing Units1,260

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, Alberni-Clayoquot E receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Alberni-Clayoquot E 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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Alberni-Clayoquot E experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (21.9 km²)
Population Density348/sq mi
Coordinates49.3135°N, 124.8470°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.0"
124% above US avg
Snowfall 26.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 14.25"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

148 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Aug 19, 2025.

Sep 9, 2011 66 km SW of Vernon, Canada M6.4 150 km
Jan 3, 1994 44 km SW of Vernon, Canada M5.7 146 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 103 km
Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 60 km
May 2, 2001 50 km W of Tofino, Canada M4.7 128 km
Feb 23, 1991 67 km SSW of Vernon, Canada M4.6 143 km
Aug 1, 2000 40 km NNW of Tofino, Canada M4.6 95 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 89 km
Feb 18, 1990 66 km WSW of Tofino, Canada M4.4 145 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 89 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 62 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 94 km
May 8, 1999 17 km NW of Tofino, Canada M4.0 89 km
Sep 12, 2001 63 km SW of Tofino, Canada M4.0 140 km
Dec 25, 1999 40 km SW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.0 105 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 142 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 138 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 52 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 70 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 62 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m — 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cayley Volcanic Field (144 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 144 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 146 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 150 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 175 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 12.9 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 9.8 in
March 40°F (5°C) 8.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 5.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 56°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 8.5 in
November 40°F (5°C) 14.3 in Wettest
December 35°F (2°C) 13.1 in

Alberni-Clayoquot E has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 35°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.3") and July the driest (1.4").

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6.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density348/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Radio Stations near Alberni-Clayoquot E

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCP 98.9 "Jet FM" Courtenay, BC active rock AAC+ 57 kbps
CJAV-FM "The Peak 93.3" Port Alberni, BC adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
CKLR-FM 97.3 "The Eagle" Courtenay, BC hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Alberni-Clayoquot E

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alberni Valley Museum
Denman Island Museum & Archives
Industrial Heritage Centre
McLean Mill National Historic Site
Port Alberni Maritime Discovery Centre

Libraries in Alberni-Clayoquot E

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dora Drinkwater Community Library0.0
VIRL: Bowser Branch0.0
VIRL: Hornby Island Branch0.0
VIRL: Port Alberni Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Alberni-Clayoquot E

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Denman Island Farmers’ Market
Naesgaard's Farm & Market
Spirit Square Farmers’ Market

Cafes in Alberni-Clayoquot E

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Steam Pot Cafe

Train Stations in Alberni-Clayoquot E

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

McLean Mill National Historic Site

Breweries in Alberni-Clayoquot E

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alberni Brewing Co.
Antidote Distilling Company
Twin City Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Alberni-Clayoquot E

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Alberni-Clayoquot E

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Washington Alpine Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Alberni-Clayoquot E

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campbell River AirportYBLMedium Airport
Comox Valley International Airport / CFB ComoxYQQMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Alberni Valley Regional AirportYPBSmall Airport
Bamfield Airstrip—Small Airport
Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport—Small Airport
Courtenay AirparkYCASmall Airport
Smit Field—Small Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alberni-Clayoquot E

What is the population of Alberni-Clayoquot E?

Alberni-Clayoquot E has a population of 2,946 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 348 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 49.8% male.

Is Alberni-Clayoquot E expensive to live in?

The median household income is $79,000, 5% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $552,000 (96% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Alberni-Clayoquot E safe?

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

What is the weather like in Alberni-Clayoquot E?

Alberni-Clayoquot E has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.0 inches, with 26.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Alberni-Clayoquot E?

The unemployment rate in Alberni-Clayoquot E is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $902. There are 91 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 11.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alberni-Clayoquot E?

The median home value in Alberni-Clayoquot E is $552,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $970. The homeownership rate is 87.3%.

How are the schools in Alberni-Clayoquot E?

6.6% of adults in Alberni-Clayoquot E hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Alberni-Clayoquot E?

The average commute in Alberni-Clayoquot E is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alberni-Clayoquot E?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alberni-Clayoquot E is 98.6% White, 0.7% Asian. 92.9% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Alberni-Clayoquot D, BC 1,843 pop · 3.8 mi Alberni-Clayoquot F, BC 1,977 pop · 4.1 mi Port Alberni, BC 18,259 pop · 5.4 mi Denman Island, BC 1,020 pop · 15.2 mi Denman Island Trust Area, BC 1,165 pop · 16.6 mi Hornby Island, BC 1,100 pop · 17.2 mi Qualicum Beach, BC 9,303 pop · 18.4 mi Coombs, BC 1,612 pop · 19.3 mi French Creek, BC 1,024 pop · 22.2 mi Cumberland, BC 4,447 pop · 22.6 mi Royston, BC 1,616 pop · 23.5 mi Parksville, BC 13,642 pop · 23.9 mi Puntledge, BC 1,387 pop · 26.2 mi Courtenay, BC 28,420 pop · 26.6 mi
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