Sign In Register

Central Kootenay I, BC

British Columbia

Central Kootenay I is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,607. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,607 Population 62/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $46,360 per capita
$476,000 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 296 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 7.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$476,000 home value, $1,050/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Central Kootenay I, BC

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $476,000
69% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,607
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$46,360
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty10.2%
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home Value$476,000
Rent$1,050
Ownership79.7%
Housing Units1,130
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Central Kootenay I a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Kootenay I receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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 I has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Kootenay I is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Kootenay I is $476,000, making it a premium housing market at 69% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x 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

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Central Kootenay I has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow.

Central Kootenay I has a population of 2,607 with a density of 62 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.3% of residents.

Population

2,607
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
42.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Kootenay I vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.3%
7% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 14.6%

Social Characteristics

Central Kootenay I vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Kootenay I is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $892, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 81 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 16.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Central Kootenay I vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,360
Avg Weekly Wage$892

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)81

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home16.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Kootenay I is $476,000, 69% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 79.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,130 total housing units in the city. 14.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$476,000
69% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.7%
Owner-Occupied79.7%
Renter-Occupied20.4%
Housing Units1,130

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 I receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Central Kootenay I 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
View full crime details →
Central Kootenay I has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,739 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Area42.3 sq mi (109.5 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates49.0260°N, 118.4662°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.3"
41% below US avg
Snowfall 10.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.56"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.4 on Jul 19, 2025.

Jun 24, 1997 16 km WNW of Malott, Washington M4.6 128 km
Sep 1, 2015 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington M4.2 90 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 59 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 18 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 82 km
Jun 24, 1997 16 km NW of Malott, Washington M3.6 127 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 121 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 82 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 94 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 82 km
Feb 15, 2020 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada M3.2 127 km
Apr 13, 2025 7 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 82 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 17 km
May 15, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 81 km
Apr 13, 2025 6 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 81 km
Jan 31, 1999 22 km N of Keller, Washington M3.1 85 km
Nov 25, 2000 13 km SSE of Oroville, Washington M3.1 68 km
Apr 16, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 83 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 113 km
Nov 12, 1998 22 km WSW of Nespelem Community, Washington M3.0 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 56 km
1949 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 134 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m — 56 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m — 56 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.0 m — 139 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m — 56 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 3.6 m — 128 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 56 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NORTH STAR (218,547 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 NORTH STAR 218,547 76 km
2015 TUNK BLOCK 180,111 88 km
2021 SUMMIT TRAIL 54,855 73 km
2015 STICKPIN 54,119 21 km
1985 BARKER MT 32,839 70 km
2021 WALKER CREEK 26,165 52 km
2014 DEVILS ELBOW COMPLEX 25,988 86 km
1988 WHITE MOUNTAIN 21,855 52 km
2020 PALMER 18,015 83 km
1996 TIMBERLINE COMPLEX 17,009 95 km
2023 EAGLE BLUFF 16,499 80 km
2007 TUNK GRADE 15,007 84 km
2015 RENNER 13,975 36 km
2020 KEWA FIELD 11,811 95 km
2000 ROCKY HULL 9,927 68 km
1994 COPPER BUTTE 9,068 33 km
2015 GRAVES MOUNTAIN 8,559 45 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,385 83 km
1988 S.17MILE1 8,089 66 km
2021 BULLDOG MOUNTAIN 8,049 30 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
April 44°F (6°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in Driest
October 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 2.3 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Central Kootenay I has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 22°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and September the driest (1.3").

View full weather details →
7.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area42.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home16.9%

Schools in Central Kootenay I

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
J.A. Hutton Elementary School — — — —
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Central Kootenay I

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKGF 102.3 "Juice FM" Grand Forks, BC adult hits MP3 96 kbps
102.3 Juice FM Grand Forks BC — MP3 96 kbps
94.1 Juice FM — AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Central Kootenay I

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HUSKY AUTO & TRUCK MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION17812 W HIGHWAY 215097753521
Greenwood Museum

Libraries in Central Kootenay I

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Grand Forks & District Public Library0.0
Greenwood Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Central Kootenay I

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Forks Farmers’ Market

Hotels in Central Kootenay I

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grand Forks Inn

Cafes in Central Kootenay I

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jitterz Coffee
Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Central Kootenay I

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canco
Cardlock Station
Chevron
Mobil
Petro-Canada
Super Save

Ski Resorts Near Central Kootenay I

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Red Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Paulson Cross-Country Recreation Site 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in Central Kootenay I

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18

Airports Near Central Kootenay I

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Grand Forks AirportZGFMedium Airport
Avey Field State/Laurier Airport—Small Airport
Bluecreek Airport—Small Airport
Chewelah Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Colville Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Crown Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Eagle's Nest Airport—Small Airport
Ferry County Airport—Small Airport
Flat Creek Field—Small Airport
Hart Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Magee Creek Aerodrome—Small Airport
Midway Airport—Small Airport
Rickey Creek Airport—Small Airport
Schmidt Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Smith Airport—Small Airport
Sourdough Airport—Small Airport
Zema Private Airport—Small Airport

Explore Near Central Kootenay I

UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Central Kootenay I.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Central Kootenay I

What is the population of Central Kootenay I?

Central Kootenay I has a population of 2,607 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Central Kootenay I expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $476,000 (69% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Central Kootenay I safe?

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

What is the weather like in Central Kootenay I?

Central Kootenay I has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Central Kootenay I?

The unemployment rate in Central Kootenay I is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $892. There are 81 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 16.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Central Kootenay I?

The median home value in Central Kootenay I is $476,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,050. The homeownership rate is 79.7%.

How are the schools in Central Kootenay I?

7.3% of adults in Central Kootenay I hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Central Kootenay I?

The average commute in Central Kootenay I is 27 minutes. 91.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.8% use public transit, and 16.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Central Kootenay I?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Central Kootenay I is 97.3% White, 1.3% Black or African American. 84.3% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Grand Forks, BC 4,112 pop · 1.5 mi Kootenay Boundary D / Rural Grand Forks, BC 3,226 pop · 2.5 mi Christina Lake, BC 1,329 pop · 11.7 mi Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary, BC 3,004 pop · 24.1 mi Republic, WA 1,043 pop · 28.7 mi Rossland, BC 4,140 pop · 30.3 mi Warfield, BC 1,753 pop · 33.0 mi Kettle Falls, WA 1,703 pop · 34.4 mi Kootenay Boundary C / Christina Lake, BC 1,627 pop · 34.6 mi Kootenay Boundary B / Lower Columbia-Old-Glory, BC 1,422 pop · 34.6 mi Trail, BC 7,920 pop · 35.0 mi Kootenay Boundary A, BC 1,624 pop · 38.2 mi Montrose, BC 1,013 pop · 40.1 mi Central Kootenay J, BC 3,517 pop · 41.6 mi
Compare Central Kootenay I with another city: