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Bridge River 1, BC

British Columbia

Bridge River 1 is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 242. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
242 Population 16/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 296 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 11.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

How Bridge River 1 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population242
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female49% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty14.1%
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership44.4%
Housing Units90
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+40.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Bridge River 1 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bridge River 1 receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Bridge River 1 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bridge River 1 is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bridge River 1 is $560,468, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bridge River 1 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.2 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow.

Bridge River 1 has a population of 242 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 15.1 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.8% of residents.

Population

242
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
15.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Bridge River 1 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 10.2%

Social Characteristics

Bridge River 1 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bridge River 1 is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,858 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bridge River 1 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,858
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bridge River 1 is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 44.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 90 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,468
99% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership44.4%
Owner-Occupied44.4%
Renter-Occupied11.1%
Housing Units90

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, Bridge River 1 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bridge River 1 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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Bridge River 1 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Area15.1 sq mi (39.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates50.7985°N, 122.0271°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
42% below US avg
Snowfall 10.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.56"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Feb 7, 2022.

Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 132 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 137 km
Aug 12, 2011 38 km NNE of Maple Ridge, Canada M3.3 142 km
Jul 17, 2016 41 km NNE of Maple Ridge, Canada M2.9 140 km
May 16, 2018 20 km SW of Whistler, Canada M2.8 121 km
Sep 11, 2000 40 km NNW of Agassiz, Canada M2.6 140 km
Aug 11, 1990 31 km NNW of Agassiz, Canada M2.5 145 km
Feb 7, 2022 28 km WNW of Hope, Canada M2.5 143 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK Meteorological 38.0 m — 148 km
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bridge River Cones (97 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 97 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 105 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 116 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 118 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 126 km
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.6 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in Driest
May 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
June 53°F (11°C) 2.0 in
July 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
August 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in Warmest
September 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in Wettest
December 22°F (-5°C) 2.5 in

Bridge River 1 has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 21°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and April the driest (1.3").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+40.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area15.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Museums in Bridge River 1

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
House of Jade Mineral Museum
Miyazaki House

Libraries in Bridge River 1

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LALA: Bridge River Library0.0
LALA: Lillooet Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bridge River 1

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lillooet Farmers’ Market

Ski Resorts Near Bridge River 1

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Big Bar Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Bridge River 1

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cache Creek-Ashcroft Regional AirportYZAMedium Airport
Clinton/Bleibler Ranch Aerodrome—Small Airport
Echo Valley Airport—Small Airport
Lillooet Airport—Small Airport
Pemberton Regional Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bridge River 1

What is the population of Bridge River 1?

Bridge River 1 has a population of 242 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 15.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 49% male.

Is Bridge River 1 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $560,468 (99% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Bridge River 1 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bridge River 1 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bridge River 1?

Bridge River 1 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bridge River 1?

The job market in Bridge River 1 faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bridge River 1?

The median home value in Bridge River 1 is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 44.4%.

How are the schools in Bridge River 1?

0.0% of adults in Bridge River 1 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bridge River 1?

The average commute in Bridge River 1 is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bridge River 1?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bridge River 1 is 100% White. 89.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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