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Cache Creek, BC

British Columbia

Cache Creek is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 969. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
969 Population 241/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $37,000 per capita
$256,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 12.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 13.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$256,000 home value, $700/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $256,000
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.0%
261% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population969
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$37,000
Unemployment13.0%
Poverty17.8%
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$256,000
Rent$700
Ownership86.5%
Housing Units480
Rent Burden12.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+41.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Cache Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cache Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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, below-average incomes. Cache Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cache Creek is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cache Creek is $256,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $700 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

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cache Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches.

Cache Creek has a population of 969 with a density of 241 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 3.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.2% of residents.

Population

969
Total Population
2021 Census
241
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cache Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 7.7%

Social Characteristics

Cache Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cache Creek is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,000. The average weekly wage is $712, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 30 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Cache Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,000
Avg Weekly Wage$712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.0%
261% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cache Creek is $256,000, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163). 86.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 480 total housing units in the city. 12.6% 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$256,000
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden12.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.5%
Owner-Occupied86.5%
Renter-Occupied13.5%
Housing Units480

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, Cache Creek receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cache 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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Cache Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 314 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 12.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates50.8101°N, 121.3246°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.1"
68% below US avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 120 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 98 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 147 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 120 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 146 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 146 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 142 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 146 km
Feb 7, 2022 28 km WNW of Hope, Canada M2.5 147 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 84 km
May 26, 2011 23 km NNW of Princeton, Canada M2.5 138 km
Jun 20, 1993 28 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M2.5 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bridge River Cones (146 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 146 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 154 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 154 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 158 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 160 km
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
March 37°F (3°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
September 56°F (14°C) 1.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in
November 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 1.1 in

Cache Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 21°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.5").

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3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+41.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Schools in Cache Creek

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cache Creek Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Cache Creek

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Cache Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashcroft Museum

Libraries in Cache Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TNRL: Ashcroft Library0.0
TNRL: Cache Creek Library0.0

Hotels in Cache Creek

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sandman Inn Cache Creek

Cafes in Cache Creek

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Cache Creek

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Co-op Cardlock
Husky
Petro-Canada

Banks in Cache Creek

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RBC

Ski Resorts Near Cache Creek

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Cache Creek

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cache Creek-Ashcroft Regional AirportYZAMedium Airport
Clinton/Bleibler Ranch Aerodrome—Small Airport
Echo Valley Airport—Small Airport
Green Lake Airport—Small Airport
Lillooet Airport—Small Airport
Merritt AirportYMBSmall Airport
Sheridan Lake Airstrip—Small Airport
Tranquille Valley Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Cache Creek

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cache Creek

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cross Roads Pentecostal Assembly

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cache Creek

What is the population of Cache Creek?

Cache Creek has a population of 969 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 241 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Cache Creek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,000 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $700 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 Cache Creek safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cache Creek?

Cache Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cache Creek?

The job market in Cache Creek faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $712. There are 30 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 13.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cache Creek?

The median home value in Cache Creek is $256,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $700. The homeownership rate is 86.5%.

How are the schools in Cache Creek?

3.0% of adults in Cache Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cache Creek?

The average commute in Cache Creek is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cache Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cache Creek is 95.2% White, 3.2% Asian. 91.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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