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East Kootenay G, BC

British Columbia

East Kootenay G is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,654. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,654 Population 1/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $49,000 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$760 Median Rent 9.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 288 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 11.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $760/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $760
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

How East Kootenay G Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,654
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$49,000
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty9.4%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$760
Ownership90.9%
Housing Units765
Rent Burden9.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+31.8%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute27 min

Is East Kootenay G a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Kootenay G 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. East Kootenay G has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Kootenay G is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.4% 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 East Kootenay G is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x 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

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

East Kootenay G has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow.

East Kootenay G has a population of 1,654 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,797.8 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.5% of residents.

Population

1,654
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1,797.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

East Kootenay G vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish 2.1%
84% below US avg
Other Languages 5.4%

Social Characteristics

East Kootenay G vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Kootenay G is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $942, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 51 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 29.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Kootenay G vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,000
Avg Weekly Wage$942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.6%

Walkability

The median home value in East Kootenay G is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 90.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 765 total housing units in the city. 9.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below US avg
Rent Burden9.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.9%
Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied9.2%
Housing Units765

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, East Kootenay G receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: East Kootenay G 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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East Kootenay G has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 56°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 26.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,710 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average35.4°F
34% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Area1,797.8 sq mi (4,656.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.6975°N, 116.1337°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.4"
30% below US avg
Snowfall 12.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.99"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 26, 2025.

Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 72 km
Feb 5, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M3.9 89 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 134 km
Jan 26, 2025 58 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.7 111 km
Aug 13, 1998 67 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.6 113 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 72 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 125 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 139 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 149 km
Apr 10, 2011 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada M2.9 36 km
Jan 23, 2015 31 km N of Nelson, Canada M2.8 130 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 109 km
Feb 10, 2016 29 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 86 km
Sep 26, 2004 32 km ENE of Nelson, Canada M2.8 129 km
Feb 24, 2016 26 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 90 km
Jun 7, 2023 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada M2.7 100 km
Jan 10, 2020 26 km E of Nelson, Canada M2.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Driest
April 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
May 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
August 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
October 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 2.2 in

East Kootenay G has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 13°F in January to 56°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (1.7").

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6.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+31.8%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,797.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.6%

Radio Stations near East Kootenay G

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in East Kootenay G

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Windermere Valley Museum

Libraries in East Kootenay G

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Invermere Public Library0.0
Radium Hot Springs Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in East Kootenay G

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Independent

Golf Courses in East Kootenay G

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edgewater Hilltop Par 3
Spur Valley Greens

Breweries in East Kootenay G

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Arrowhead Brewery

Ski Resorts Near East Kootenay G

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Panorama Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Banff Sunshine Village 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near East Kootenay G

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Banff AirportYBASmall Airport
Canal Flats Airport—Small Airport
Fairmont Hot Springs AirportYCZSmall Airport
Invermere Airport—Small Airport
Radium Hot Springs Airport—Small Airport
Thunder Hill Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in East Kootenay G

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Edgewater

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Waterfalls
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Bigfoot Sightings
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Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About East Kootenay G

What is the population of East Kootenay G?

East Kootenay G has a population of 1,654 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,797.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is East Kootenay G expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is East Kootenay G safe?

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

What is the weather like in East Kootenay G?

East Kootenay G has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.4 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in East Kootenay G?

The job market in East Kootenay G faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $942. There are 51 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 29.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in East Kootenay G?

The median home value in East Kootenay G is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $760. The homeownership rate is 90.9%.

How are the schools in East Kootenay G?

6.8% of adults in East Kootenay G hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in East Kootenay G?

The average commute in East Kootenay G is 27 minutes. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 29.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of East Kootenay G?

The racial and ethnic makeup of East Kootenay G is 98.4% White. 92.5% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Radium Hot Springs, BC 1,339 pop · 6.3 mi Invermere, BC 3,917 pop · 13.2 mi East Kootenay F, BC 3,521 pop · 27.7 mi Improvement District No. 9 Banff, AB 1,004 pop · 40.9 mi Banff, AB 8,305 pop · 41.2 mi Canmore, AB 15,990 pop · 43.3 mi Central Kootenay D, BC 1,462 pop · 48.8 mi Columbia-Shuswap A, BC 3,325 pop · 51.3 mi Columbia-Shuswap D, BC 4,400 pop · 52.7 mi Golden, BC 3,986 pop · 55.2 mi Kaslo, BC 1,049 pop · 64.1 mi Bighorn No. 8, AB 1,598 pop · 66.8 mi Elkford, BC 2,749 pop · 71.2 mi Kimberley, BC 8,115 pop · 71.3 mi
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