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Dewdney, BC
British Columbia · Abbotsford-Mission Metro
Dewdney is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 570. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
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How Dewdney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
C+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Dewdney a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dewdney receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Dewdney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dewdney is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dewdney 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
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Dewdney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 195 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 78.0 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Dewdney vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Dewdney vs U.S. Average
Income: Dewdney 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
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 27.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 228 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Dewdney vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 37.4 sq mi (96.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.1667°N, 122.2000°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 36 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 124 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (52 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 52 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 95 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 142 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 7.5 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 7.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 7.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 10.1 in |
Dewdney has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 34°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 78.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.8") and July the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Total Area | 37.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Radio Stations near Dewdney
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Praise 106.5 (US) | christian contemporary | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CIVL-FM 103.9 University of the Fraser Valley - Abbotsford, BC | campus radio, university radio | MP3 | |
| CKKS-FM 107.5 "Sonic" Chilliwack, BC | modern rock, re-branding new format | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CHWK-FM 89.5 "JR Country" Chilliwack, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Dewdney
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK MOUNTAIN FORESTRY CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 3605991738 | ||
| Abbotsford Sports Hall of Fame | ||||
| CFBCHS Chilliwack Military Museum | ||||
| Chilliwack Museum | ||||
| Clayburn Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Dicken's Sweets & British Museum | ||||
| Gur Sikh Temple | ||||
| Heritage Gallery | ||||
| Joey's Playhouse | ||||
| Kilby General Store | ||||
| Mennonite Heritage Museum | ||||
| Mission Museum | ||||
| Powerhouse at Stave Falls Visitor Centre | ||||
| Trethewey House |
Libraries in Dewdney
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVRL: Abbotsford Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Chilliwack Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Clearbrook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Mission Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Mount Lehman Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Sardis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Yarrow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Mission Community Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| Ray and Millie Silver Aboriginal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UFV Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dewdney
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford Farm & Country Market | |||||
| Abbotsford Flea Market | |||||
| Downtown Chilliwack Community Market | |||||
| Hofstede's Country Barn | |||||
| Market at the Coliseum | |||||
| Mission City Farmers’ Market |
Breweries in Dewdney
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field House Brewing | ||||
| Loudmouth Brewing | ||||
| Mission Springs Brewing | ||||
| Old Abbey Ales | ||||
| Old Yale Brewing | ||||
| Old Yale Brewing Co. | ||||
| Raven's Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Dewdney
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Dewdney
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Baker | 100.0 | 10 | 1,525 | $50 | November - May | — | Yes |
| Sasquatch Mountain Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Cell Towers in Dewdney
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 207 Washingon Avenue (59916) | MTOWER | 50 |
| 207 Washingon Avenue (59916) | MTOWER | 50 |
Superfund Sites Near Dewdney
5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST PIPELINE GP SUMAS | 4738 JONES RD | WHATCOM |
| SUMAS GENERATING FACILITY | 1340 THOMPSON LANE | WHATCOM |
| SUMAS GENERATING FACILITY | 1340 THOMPSON LANE | WHATCOM |
| SUMAS GENERATING FACILITY | 1340 THOMPSON LANE | WHATCOM |
| SUMAS GENERATING FACILITY | 1340 THOMPSON LANE | WHATCOM |
Airports Near Dewdney
39 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford International Airport | YXX | Medium Airport |
| Bellingham International Airport | BLI | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Orcas Island Airport | ESD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Acme Field | — | Small Airport |
| Allan Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anacortes Airport | OTS | Small Airport |
| Bayview Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Becker's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blakely Island Airport | BYW | Small Airport |
| Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone | — | Small Airport |
| Butler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Center Island Airport | CWS | Small Airport |
| Chilliwack Airport | YCW | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cypress Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur /Jones/ Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur Shores Airport | DTR | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Eliza Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Floathaven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hope Airport / FVRD Regional Airpark | YHE | Small Airport |
| Horse Fly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mears Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pretty Estates Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinclair Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skagit Regional Airport | MVW | Small Airport |
| West Wind Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wilding Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Windsock Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Dewdney
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Apollo Clinic | ||
| Motionlab | ||
| Revive Rehab | ||
| Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy | ||
| Synergy Rehab | ||
| the Apollo Clinic | ||
| Worthington Pavilion |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Dewdney
What is the population of Dewdney?
Dewdney has a population of 570 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 37.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
Is Dewdney 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 Dewdney safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Dewdney receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Dewdney?
Dewdney has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.0 inches, with 20.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Dewdney?
The unemployment rate in Dewdney is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Dewdney?
The median home value in Dewdney is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Dewdney?
32.9% of adults in Dewdney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Dewdney?
The average commute in Dewdney is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Dewdney?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Dewdney is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.