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Bulkley-Nechako A, BC

British Columbia

Bulkley-Nechako A is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 5,587. Residents earn $98,000 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,587 Population 4/sq mi density
$98,000 Median Income $56,900 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 8.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 285 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$98,000 median income, 7.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $98,000
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

How Bulkley-Nechako A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,587
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$98,000
Per Capita$56,900
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty7.8%
Commute21 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$950
Ownership85.8%
Housing Units2,140
Rent Burden8.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+30.4%
Graduate+6.6%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Bulkley-Nechako A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bulkley-Nechako A receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Bulkley-Nechako A offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bulkley-Nechako A is $98,000, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bulkley-Nechako A is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x 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

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bulkley-Nechako A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow.

Bulkley-Nechako A has a population of 5,587 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,418.7 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 52% male. The city is predominantly White (98.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.6% of residents.

Population

5,587
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1,418.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bulkley-Nechako A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 8.0%

Social Characteristics

Bulkley-Nechako A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bulkley-Nechako A is $98,000, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,094, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 173 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 22.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bulkley-Nechako A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,000
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,900
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)173

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home22.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bulkley-Nechako A is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 85.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,140 total housing units in the city. 8.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden8.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.8%
Owner-Occupied85.8%
Renter-Occupied14.0%
Housing Units2,140

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, Bulkley-Nechako A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bulkley-Nechako A 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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Bulkley-Nechako A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,657 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Area1,418.7 sq mi (3,674.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates54.8294°N, 127.1974°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below US avg
Snowfall 13.4"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.43"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.22"

Air Quality

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.1 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1975 KITIMAT INLET, BRITISH COLUMBIA Meteorological 4.1 m 135 km
1974 KITIMAT INLET, BRITISH COLOMBIA Meteorological 2.8 m 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.2 in Driest
May 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
October 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in Wettest
November 26°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 2.8 in

Bulkley-Nechako A has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 16°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.2").

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13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+30.4%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area1,418.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home22.6%

Radio Stations near Bulkley-Nechako A

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFBV "The Moose" 870 Smithers, 106.5 Houston, 760 Burns Lake, BC variety hits AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Bulkley-Nechako A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bulkley Valley Museum
Telkwa Museum
Widzin Kwah Canyon House Museum (Widzin Kwah Diyik Be Yikh)

Libraries in Bulkley-Nechako A

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Smithers Public Library0.0
Telkwa Reading Room0.0

Farmers Markets in Bulkley-Nechako A

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bulkley Valley Farmers' Market

Breweries in Bulkley-Nechako A

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Smithers Brewing Co.

Ski Resorts Near Bulkley-Nechako A

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Morrice Mountain Nordic Ski Area 0.0 $0
Bulkley Valley Nordic Centre 0.0 $0
Hudson Bay Mountain 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bulkley-Nechako A

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Smithers AirportYYDMedium Airport
Houston AirportSmall Airport
Private AirstripSmall Airport
Seeley Lake FieldSmall Airport
Witwer AirfieldSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bulkley-Nechako A

What is the population of Bulkley-Nechako A?

Bulkley-Nechako A has a population of 5,587 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,418.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 52% male.

Is Bulkley-Nechako A expensive to live in?

The median household income is $98,000, 30% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Bulkley-Nechako A safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bulkley-Nechako A?

Bulkley-Nechako A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bulkley-Nechako A?

The unemployment rate in Bulkley-Nechako A is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,094. There are 173 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 22.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bulkley-Nechako A?

The median home value in Bulkley-Nechako A is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. The homeownership rate is 85.8%.

How are the schools in Bulkley-Nechako A?

13.6% of adults in Bulkley-Nechako A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bulkley-Nechako A?

The average commute in Bulkley-Nechako A is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bulkley-Nechako A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bulkley-Nechako A is 98.6% White, 0.7% Asian. 90.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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