Median Income
$107,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.1%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment
9.4%
161% higher than US avg
How Fernie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,320
Median AgeN/A
Density1,083/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Economy
B+
Median Income$107,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment9.4%
PovertyN/A
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,595
Rent Burden12.5%
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+26.9%
Graduate+7.0%
Is Fernie a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fernie receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fernie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fernie is $107,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Fernie among higher-income communities. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high.
Education
23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.9% have completed high school.
Fernie has a population of 6,320 with a density of 1,083 people per square mile.
Population
6,320
Total Population
2021 Census
The median household income in Fernie is $107,000, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average).
Income
| Median HH Income | $107,000 |
| 42% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.4% |
| 161% above US avg |
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Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 72.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.6% |
| Housing Units | 2,595 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Fernie vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Fernie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,083/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.5000°N, 115.0687°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |