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Chum Creek 2, BC

British Columbia

Chum Creek 2 is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 53. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
53 Population 50/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 288 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 40.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 40.0%
1011% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

How Chum Creek 2 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population53
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment40.0%
Poverty14.1%
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units20
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+50.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Chum Creek 2 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chum Creek 2 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. Chum Creek 2 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chum Creek 2 is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 40.0%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chum Creek 2 is $560,468, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chum Creek 2 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow.

Chum Creek 2 has a population of 53 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.5% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (90.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.9% of residents.

Population

53
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chum Creek 2 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 9.1%

Social Characteristics

Chum Creek 2 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chum Creek 2 is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,858 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 40.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chum Creek 2 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,858
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment40.0%
1011% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chum Creek 2 is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 20 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,468
99% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units20

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, Chum Creek 2 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Chum Creek 2 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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Chum Creek 2 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,148 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates50.8655°N, 119.5943°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below US avg
Snowfall 11.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.11"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 24, 2013.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 112 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 93 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 112 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 134 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 128 km
Mar 3, 1997 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada M2.7 130 km
Aug 23, 1990 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada M2.7 120 km
Jul 22, 2007 6 km NE of Penticton, Canada M2.6 150 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 115 km
Jun 20, 1993 28 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M2.5 142 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Summerland, Canada M2.5 146 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 15 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (176 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
March 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.1 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Chum Creek 2 has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 22°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.5").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+50.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Museums in Chum Creek 2

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chase Museum
Dreamcycle Motorcycle Museum

Libraries in Chum Creek 2

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chase Public Library0.0
ORL: North Shuswap Branch0.0
ORL: South Shuswap Branch0.0

Gas Stations in Chum Creek 2

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Breweries in Chum Creek 2

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Crannog Ales
Crannog Ales and Left Fields

Ski Resorts Near Chum Creek 2

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club 0.0 $0
Silver Star Mountain Resort 0.0 $0
Harper Mountain 0.0 $0
Larch Hills Nordic Ski Trails 0.0 $0
Sun Peaks Resort 0.0 $0
Drop Zone Terrain Park 0.0 $0
Flight School Terrain Park 0.0 $0
Basic Training Terrain Park 0.0 $0

Airports Near Chum Creek 2

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shuswap Regional AirportYSNMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium Airport
Douglas Lake AirportDGFSmall Airport
Heffley Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Kamloops Model Airplane Society AirstripSmall Airport
Knutsford AirfieldSmall Airport
Monte Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Prichard AirstripSmall Airport
Ross Creek AirportSmall Airport
Shuswap (Skwlax Field) AirportSmall Airport
Shuswap Lake Estates AirfieldSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chum Creek 2

What is the population of Chum Creek 2?

Chum Creek 2 has a population of 53 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.5% female and 54.6% male.

Is Chum Creek 2 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $560,468 (99% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Chum Creek 2 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Chum Creek 2 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Chum Creek 2?

Chum Creek 2 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 62°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chum Creek 2?

The job market in Chum Creek 2 faces challenges, with unemployment at 40.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chum Creek 2?

The median home value in Chum Creek 2 is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Chum Creek 2?

0.0% of adults in Chum Creek 2 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Chum Creek 2?

The average commute in Chum Creek 2 is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chum Creek 2?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chum Creek 2 is 90.9% White. 90.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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