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Fort St. James, BC
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Fort St. James, BC
At a Glance
How Fort St. James Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort St. James's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort St. James a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort St. James residents earn a median household income of $91,000 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,000. The unemployment rate stands at 9.6% (167% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 43 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort St. James is $200,000 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $850/month, with 12.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
9.5% of adults in Fort St. James hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 38.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Fort St. James has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 298 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches.