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Coldwater, BC

British Columbia

Coldwater is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 350. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
350 Population 50/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $24,200 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 8.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.5%
202% higher than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$24,200
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty37.5%
Commute33 min

Housing

F
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership65.2%
Housing Units115
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation2,369 ft (722 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+30.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute33 min

Is Coldwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coldwater receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Coldwater faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coldwater is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 37.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coldwater 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 10.2x, 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

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Coldwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow.

Coldwater has a population of 350 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.6% of residents.

Population

350
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Coldwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 78.6%
0% below US avg
Spanish 1.4%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 20.0%

Social Characteristics

Coldwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coldwater is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $465, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Coldwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,200
Avg Weekly Wage$465

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.5%
202% above US avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coldwater is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 65.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 115 total housing units in the city. 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.2x, 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 Burden32.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.2%
Owner-Occupied65.2%
Renter-Occupied26.1%
Housing Units115

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, Coldwater receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Coldwater 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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Coldwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,369 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,369 ft (722 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates50.0301°N, 120.8570°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.6"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.01"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 10, 2025.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 41 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 139 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 149 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 40 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 128 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 54 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 93 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 85 km
Apr 28, 2023 38 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 94 km
Aug 12, 2011 38 km NNE of Maple Ridge, Canada M3.3 123 km
Jul 5, 2015 7 km ENE of Sumas, Washington M3.3 148 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 41 km
Feb 6, 2005 32 km NE of Marblemount, Washington M3.2 144 km
May 28, 2022 55 km NE of Marblemount, Washington M3.2 136 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 54 km
Jul 3, 1991 6 km ENE of Maple Ridge, Canada M3.0 149 km
Nov 5, 2000 8 km NW of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.0 112 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 54 km
Aug 15, 2016 43 km S of Princeton, Canada M3.0 109 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK Meteorological 38.0 m — 104 km
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi Lake (154 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 154 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 155 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 156 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 173 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 199 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
March 34°F (1°C) 0.9 in
April 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
August 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 2.0 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in

Coldwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 22°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.0") and April the driest (0.8").

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3.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+30.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Coldwater

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKMQ-FM 101.1 "Q101" Merritt, BC adult contemporary, corus radio network AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Coldwater

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame
Nicola Valley Museum & Archives

Libraries in Coldwater

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TNRL: Merritt Library0.0

Breweries in Coldwater

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Empty Keg Brew House

Ski Resorts Near Coldwater

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
China Ridge Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Kane Valley Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Stake Lake Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Logan Lake Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Coldwater

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cache Creek-Ashcroft Regional AirportYZAMedium Airport
Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional AirportYKAMedium Airport
Douglas Lake AirportDGFSmall Airport
Hope Airport / FVRD Regional AirparkYHESmall Airport
Knutsford Airfield—Small Airport
Merritt AirportYMBSmall Airport
Princeton Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Coldwater

What is the population of Coldwater?

Coldwater has a population of 350 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Coldwater expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,200, 27% below 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 10.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Coldwater safe?

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

What is the weather like in Coldwater?

Coldwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.6 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Coldwater?

The job market in Coldwater faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $465. There are 11 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Coldwater?

The median home value in Coldwater is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 65.2%.

How are the schools in Coldwater?

3.6% of adults in Coldwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Coldwater?

The average commute in Coldwater is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Coldwater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Coldwater is 100% White. 78.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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