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Central Kootenay E, BC

British Columbia

Central Kootenay E is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,897. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,897 Population 12/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $44,520 per capita
$548,000 Home Value
$980 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 286 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 8.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$548,000 home value, $980/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $548,000
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

How Central Kootenay E Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,897
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$44,520
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty12.4%
Commute30 min

Housing

C
Home Value$548,000
Rent$980
Ownership81.4%
Housing Units1,800
Rent Burden20.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation3,793 ft (1,156 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+28.6%
Graduate+7.8%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Central Kootenay E a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Kootenay E 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 high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Central Kootenay E has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Kootenay E is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Kootenay E is $548,000, making it a premium housing market at 94% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, 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

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Central Kootenay E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow.

Central Kootenay E has a population of 3,897 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 312.0 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.4% of residents.

Population

3,897
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
312.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Kootenay E vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish 2.2%
84% below US avg
Other Languages 7.5%

Social Characteristics

Central Kootenay E vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Kootenay E is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,520 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $856, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 121 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 31.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Central Kootenay E vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,520
Avg Weekly Wage$856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Kootenay E is $548,000, 94% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below the national average of $1,163). 81.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,800 total housing units in the city. 20.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$548,000
94% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.4%
Owner-Occupied81.4%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units1,800

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 Kootenay E receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Central Kootenay 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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Central Kootenay E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,793 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,793 ft (1,156 m)
Area312.0 sq mi (808.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates49.7474°N, 114.8961°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.4"
28% below US avg
Snowfall 13.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.15"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 30, 2024.

Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 90 km
Mar 22, 2006 8 km SSW of Rexford, Montana M4.3 105 km
Feb 5, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M3.9 109 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 9 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 124 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 99 km
Nov 21, 1992 Western Montana M3.4 132 km
Feb 14, 2012 6 km ESE of Stryker, Montana M3.3 122 km
Apr 10, 2018 3 km SSW of Stryker, Montana M3.3 123 km
Jan 12, 2008 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.3 41 km
Jan 3, 2021 19 km ENE of Stryker, Montana M3.2 112 km
Oct 15, 2000 33 km SSW of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.2 87 km
Feb 15, 2020 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada M3.2 143 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 4 km
Aug 29, 1997 12 km N of Troy, Montana M3.1 148 km
Sep 14, 2017 2 km NNE of Olney, Montana M3.0 133 km
Apr 8, 1990 2 km NW of Olney, Montana M3.0 133 km
Apr 10, 2011 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada M2.9 102 km
Jan 20, 2024 8 km S of Cardston, Canada M2.8 134 km
Feb 10, 2016 29 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

7 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CARIBOU (28,101 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 CARIBOU 28,101 92 km
1994 NORTH FORK COMPLEX (STARVATION) 8,990 94 km
2017 UNNAMED 6,755 100 km
2017 GIBRALTER RIDGE 6,299 99 km
2022 WEASEL 5,752 85 km
2017 WEASEL 3,942 88 km
1998 KOPSI CREEK 1,016 97 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 1.9 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in
May 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
August 56°F (14°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
September 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
October 38°F (4°C) 2.1 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 2.4 in

Central Kootenay E has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 14°F in January to 56°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (1.8").

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14.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+28.6%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area312.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home31.3%

Museums in Central Kootenay E

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fernie Museum

Libraries in Central Kootenay E

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fernie Heritage Library0.0
Sparwood Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Central Kootenay E

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fernie Mountain Market

Gas Stations in Central Kootenay E

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sparwood Heights Foods

Breweries in Central Kootenay E

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fernie Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Central Kootenay E

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Castle Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Fernie Alpine Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Island Lake Cat Skiing 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Wapiti 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Central Kootenay E

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lionel P. Demers Memorial Airpark—Small Airport
Sparwood Elk Valley Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Central Kootenay E

What is the population of Central Kootenay E?

Central Kootenay E has a population of 3,897 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 312.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Central Kootenay E expensive to live in?

The median household income is $70,500, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $548,000 (94% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Central Kootenay E safe?

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

What is the weather like in Central Kootenay E?

Central Kootenay E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Central Kootenay E?

The job market in Central Kootenay E faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $856. There are 121 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 31.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Central Kootenay E?

The median home value in Central Kootenay E is $548,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $980. The homeownership rate is 81.4%.

How are the schools in Central Kootenay E?

14.5% of adults in Central Kootenay E hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Central Kootenay E?

The average commute in Central Kootenay E is 30 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, 1.8% use public transit, and 31.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Central Kootenay E?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Central Kootenay E is 97% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian. 90.4% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Sparwood, BC 4,148 pop · 1.1 mi East Kootenay B, BC 2,011 pop · 18.4 mi East Kootenay C, BC 6,536 pop · 18.4 mi East Kootenay E, BC 1,686 pop · 18.4 mi Elkford, BC 2,749 pop · 18.6 mi Fernie, BC 6,320 pop · 18.8 mi Coleman, AB 1,441 pop · 19.3 mi Crowsnest Pass, AB 5,695 pop · 19.5 mi Blairmore, AB 1,522 pop · 23.0 mi Cranbrook, BC 20,499 pop · 42.6 mi Pincher Creek, AB 3,622 pop · 46.0 mi Pincher Creek No. 9, AB 3,240 pop · 46.0 mi Kimberley, BC 8,115 pop · 48.6 mi Piikani 147, AB 1,550 pop · 57.8 mi
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