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Central Coast C, BC

British Columbia

Central Coast C is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 661. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
661 Population 1/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $44,000 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$592 Median Rent 15.6% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 184 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $592/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $592
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

How Central Coast C Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population661
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$44,000
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty15.2%
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$400,000
Rent$592
Ownership82.8%
Housing Units320
Rent Burden15.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain83.9 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+27.5%
Graduate+10.1%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Central Coast C a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Coast C receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Central Coast C has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Coast C is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Coast C is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x 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

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Central Coast C has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 184 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.9 inches, including 50.6 inches of snow.

Central Coast C has a population of 661 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,530.4 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents.

Population

661
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1,530.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Coast C vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish 2.3%
83% below US avg
Other Languages 6.1%

Social Characteristics

Central Coast C vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Coast C is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $846, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 20 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 25.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Central Coast C vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,000
Avg Weekly Wage$846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Coast C is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 82.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 320 total housing units in the city. 15.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below US avg
Rent Burden15.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.8%
Owner-Occupied82.8%
Renter-Occupied15.6%
Housing Units320

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, Central Coast C receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Central Coast C 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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Central Coast C has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 50.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,988 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)
Area1,530.4 sq mi (3,963.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates52.1230°N, 127.1219°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.9"
121% above US avg
Snowfall 50.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 11.14"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on Jul 29, 2010.

Jul 29, 2010 199 km N of Port McNeill, Canada M3.5 33 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silverthrone (96 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Silverthrone Caldera 3,160 m (10,367 ft) Unknown 96 km
Milbanke Sound Group Pyroclastic cone(s) 335 m (1,099 ft) Unknown 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 9.6 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 7.4 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 6.5 in
April 35°F (1°C) 5.3 in
May 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in
July 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in Warmest
September 47°F (9°C) 6.3 in
October 39°F (4°C) 10.9 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 11.1 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 10.6 in

Central Coast C has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 26°F in January to 52°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.1") and July the driest (3.4").

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16.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.5% have completed high school. 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+27.5%
Graduate Degree+10.1%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,530.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.5%

Airports Near Central Coast C

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bella Coola AirportQBCMedium Airport
Dean River AirportYRDSmall Airport
Rivers Inlet Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Central Coast C

What is the population of Central Coast C?

Central Coast C has a population of 661 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,530.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Central Coast C expensive to live in?

The median household income is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Central Coast C safe?

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

What is the weather like in Central Coast C?

Central Coast C has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.9 inches, with 50.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Central Coast C?

Central Coast C has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $846. There are 20 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 25.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Central Coast C?

The median home value in Central Coast C is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $592. The homeownership rate is 82.8%.

How are the schools in Central Coast C?

16.5% of adults in Central Coast C hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.5% have completed high school. 10.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Central Coast C?

The average commute in Central Coast C is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Central Coast C?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Central Coast C is 95.4% White, 1.5% Asian. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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