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Fort Nelson, BC
Full City Profile · British Columbia
Fort Nelson, BC
At a Glance
How Fort Nelson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Nelson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Nelson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Nelson residents earn a median household income of $62,400 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,800. The unemployment rate stands at 24.3% (575% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 13 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Nelson is $560,468 , 99% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,072/month, with 29.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
3.0% of adults in Fort Nelson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below the national average). 23.9% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Fort Nelson has an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches.