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Bulkley-Nechako E, BC

British Columbia

Bulkley-Nechako E is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,512. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,512 Population 0/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $39,500 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 9.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $705/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,512
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$39,500
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty17.0%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$705
Ownership83.9%
Housing Units620
Rent Burden9.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,283 ft (696 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+32.7%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Bulkley-Nechako E a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bulkley-Nechako E receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bulkley-Nechako E has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bulkley-Nechako E is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bulkley-Nechako E is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bulkley-Nechako E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow.

Bulkley-Nechako E has a population of 1,512 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 6,122.1 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.1% of residents.

Population

1,512
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
6,122.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bulkley-Nechako E vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 10.2%

Social Characteristics

Bulkley-Nechako E vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bulkley-Nechako E is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,500. The average weekly wage is $760, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 47 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 33.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bulkley-Nechako E vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,500
Avg Weekly Wage$760

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bulkley-Nechako E is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 83.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 620 total housing units in the city. 9.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden9.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.9%
Owner-Occupied83.9%
Renter-Occupied15.3%
Housing Units620

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 E receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bulkley-Nechako 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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Bulkley-Nechako E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,283 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,283 ft (696 m)
Area6,122.1 sq mi (15,856.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates54.0973°N, 125.2390°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.7"
48% below US avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.13"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 15, 2013.

Mar 15, 2013 29 km WSW of Prince George, Canada M3.4 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.1 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 56°F (14°C) 1.7 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 1.9 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 1.9 in

Bulkley-Nechako E has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 13°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and April the driest (0.8").

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10.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.7% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+32.7%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area6,122.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Ski Resorts Near Bulkley-Nechako E

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Omnecia Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Bulkley-Nechako E

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Burns Lake AirportYPZMedium Airport
Fraser Lake Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bulkley-Nechako E

What is the population of Bulkley-Nechako E?

Bulkley-Nechako E has a population of 1,512 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 6,122.1 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 48.2% female and 51.8% male.

Is Bulkley-Nechako 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 $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bulkley-Nechako E safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bulkley-Nechako E?

Bulkley-Nechako E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bulkley-Nechako E?

The job market in Bulkley-Nechako E faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $760. There are 47 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 33.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bulkley-Nechako E?

The median home value in Bulkley-Nechako E is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $705. The homeownership rate is 83.9%.

How are the schools in Bulkley-Nechako E?

10.8% of adults in Bulkley-Nechako E hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.7% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bulkley-Nechako E?

The average commute in Bulkley-Nechako E is 27 minutes. 91.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 33.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bulkley-Nechako E?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bulkley-Nechako E is 96.3% White, 1.3% Asian. 89.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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