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Beaver Creek, YT

Yukon

Beaver Creek is a small town in Yukon with a population of 78. Residents earn $80,069 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
78 Population 8/sq mi density
$80,069 Median Income $53,469 per capita
$365,067 Home Value
$866 Median Rent 27.4% income on rent
23°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$80,069 median income, 18.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$365,067 home value, $866/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,069
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $365,067
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $866
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.2%
406% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

How Beaver Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population78
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female50% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,069
Per Capita$53,469
Unemployment18.2%
Poverty12.0%
Commute9 min

Housing

A
Home Value$365,067
Rent$866
Ownership25.0%
Housing Units40
Rent Burden27.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp23°F (-5°C)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+15.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute9 min

Is Beaver Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaver Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Beaver Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver Creek is $80,069, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 18.2%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver Creek is $365,067, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $866 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

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Beaver Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -16°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches.

Beaver Creek has a population of 78 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.8% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (93.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 75% of residents, while 6.3% speak Spanish.

Population

78
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 75.0%
4% below US avg
Spanish 6.3%
53% below US avg
Other Languages 18.8%

Social Characteristics

Beaver Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver Creek is $80,069, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,469 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,028, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 18.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beaver Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,069
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,469
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.2%
406% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver Creek is $365,067, 30% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $866 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 25.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 40 total housing units in the city. 27.4% 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$365,067
30% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$866
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership25.0%
Owner-Occupied25.0%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units40

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, Beaver Creek receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Beaver Creek 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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Beaver Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -16°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 73°F. The area gets 306 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 16.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet.

Temperature

-16°F Jan (-27°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average22.9°F
58% below US avg
January Average-16°F (-27°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates62.3773°N, 140.8925°W
TimezoneAmerica/Whitehorse

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.5"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

681 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M3.2 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jun 26, 2001 152 km E of McCarthy, Alaska M5.7 123 km
Apr 29, 2004 136 km E of McCarthy, Alaska M5.3 108 km
Feb 13, 2017 20 km NE of Nabesna, Alaska M5.3 97 km
Jun 5, 2014 145 km ESE of McCarthy, Alaska M5.1 137 km
Jun 5, 2014 144 km ESE of McCarthy, Alaska M5.1 138 km
Nov 8, 2002 17 km ESE of Mentasta Lake, Alaska M5.1 142 km
Nov 8, 2002 21 km N of Nabesna, Alaska M5.0 107 km
Sep 14, 1991 151 km WNW of Haines Junction, Canada M5.0 120 km
Nov 8, 2002 60 km SW of Alcan Border, Alaska M5.0 51 km
May 9, 2021 126 km E of McCarthy, Alaska M4.9 99 km
Aug 6, 2023 157 km E of McCarthy, Alaska M4.8 124 km
Feb 23, 2004 29 km E of Nabesna, Alaska M4.8 80 km
Nov 5, 2002 Central Alaska M4.8 102 km
Nov 5, 2002 15 km SE of Mentasta Lake, Alaska M4.8 144 km
Mar 8, 2023 Yukon, Canada M4.7 123 km
Jul 12, 2014 143 km ESE of McCarthy, Alaska M4.7 139 km
Nov 4, 2002 30 km NNW of Nabesna, Alaska M4.6 119 km
Nov 4, 2002 17 km NNE of Nabesna, Alaska M4.6 101 km
Dec 27, 1997 90 km E of McCarthy, Alaska M4.5 95 km
Nov 4, 2002 33 km NNW of Nabesna, Alaska M4.5 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Wrangell (167 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Wrangell Shield 4,278 m (14,035 ft) 1912 167 km
Fort Selkirk Volcanic field 1,239 m (4,065 ft) Unknown 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: TAYLOR HIGHWAY COMPLEX (GARDINER CREEK) (125,751 ac, 2004).

Year Name Acres Distance
2004 TAYLOR HIGHWAY COMPLEX (GARDINER CREEK) 125,751 71 km
2013 CHISANA RIVER 44,397 34 km
2003 BLACK HILL 41,929 47 km
2015 CHISANA RIVER 2 37,941 41 km
2019 MCARTHUR CREEK 36,888 66 km
1998 GARDINER CREEK 28,824 91 km
2021 BLACK HILLS 28,360 66 km
2018 TAIXTSALDA HILL 28,055 86 km
2015 LONG LAKE 27,670 75 km
2007 LADUE 18,142 95 km
1991 113349 18,047 23 km
2019 BOUNDARY RIVER 13,773 86 km
1994 LICK CREEK 8,846 74 km
1994 GARDNER CR 8,818 98 km
1990 SPITLER 7,763 84 km
2009 SWAMP CREEK 5,106 62 km
1993 CHISANA 5,036 35 km
1989 STUVER CREEK 4,786 46 km
1989 TRAIL LAKE 3,245 79 km
1986 613009 2,657 68 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -16°F (-27°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February -6°F (-21°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 10°F (-13°C) 0.6 in
April 29°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
May 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
September 42°F (6°C) 1.4 in
October 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in
November -1°F (-18°C) 0.8 in
December -12°F (-25°C) 0.6 in

Beaver Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 73°F / from -16°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.6").

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15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 15.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 66.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+15.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Beaver Creek

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nelnah Bessie John
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Radio Stations near Beaver Creek

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Beaver Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beaver Creek Library0.0

Gas Stations in Beaver Creek

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fas Gas Beaver Creek
Ida's

Airports Near Beaver Creek

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beaver Creek AirportYXQMedium Airport
Discovery Yukon AirportSmall Airport
Horsfeld AirportSmall Airport
Koidern AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Beaver Creek

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Beaver Creek Post Office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Beaver Creek

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Kluane / Wrangell-St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-AlsekNatural1979

Churches & Religious Organizations in Beaver Creek

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beaver Creek

What is the population of Beaver Creek?

Beaver Creek has a population of 78 residents and is located in Yukon. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.8% female and 50% male.

Is Beaver Creek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,069, 7% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $365,067 (30% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $866 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 Beaver Creek safe?

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

What is the weather like in Beaver Creek?

Beaver Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winter temperatures average -16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Beaver Creek?

The job market in Beaver Creek faces challenges, with unemployment at 18.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,028. There are 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 9 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beaver Creek?

The median home value in Beaver Creek is $365,067. For renters, the median monthly rent is $866. The homeownership rate is 25.0%.

How are the schools in Beaver Creek?

15.4% of adults in Beaver Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Beaver Creek?

The average commute in Beaver Creek is 9 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beaver Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beaver Creek is 93.3% White. 75% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.3% speak Spanish.

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