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Fraser-Fort George H, BC

British Columbia

Fraser-Fort George H is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,589. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,589 Population 0/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $42,300 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$680 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
31°F Avg Temperature 277 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 5.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $680/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

How Fraser-Fort George H Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,589
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$42,300
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty19.8%
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$680
Ownership84.1%
Housing Units690
Rent Burden11.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation3,563 ft (1,086 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+36.5%
Graduate+4.6%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Fraser-Fort George H a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fraser-Fort George H receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Fraser-Fort George H has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fraser-Fort George H is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fraser-Fort George H is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x 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

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fraser-Fort George H has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow.

Fraser-Fort George H has a population of 1,589 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,763.2 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (99.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 89% of residents.

Population

1,589
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
5,763.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fraser-Fort George H vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 9.4%

Social Characteristics

Fraser-Fort George H vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fraser-Fort George H is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,300. The average weekly wage is $813, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 49 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 32.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fraser-Fort George H vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,300
Avg Weekly Wage$813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Fraser-Fort George H is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 690 total housing units in the city. 11.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.1%
Owner-Occupied84.1%
Renter-Occupied15.2%
Housing Units690

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, Fraser-Fort George H receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fraser-Fort George H 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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Fraser-Fort George H has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.3 inches. The area receives 17.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,563 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,563 ft (1,086 m)
Area5,763.2 sq mi (14,926.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates52.8572°N, 118.6280°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.3"
15% below US avg
Snowfall 17.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.54"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 7, 2002.

Mar 7, 2002 84 km N of Golden, Canada M3.6 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (144 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 144 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 2.7 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 2.1 in
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.4 in
April 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
June 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
July 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 3.3 in Warmest
September 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
October 33°F (0°C) 2.9 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 3.0 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Fraser-Fort George H has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 12°F in December to 51°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.7").

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10.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.5% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+36.5%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area5,763.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.2%

Airports Near Fraser-Fort George H

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blue River Airport-Medium Airport
Jasper AirportYJASmall Airport
Valemount Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fraser-Fort George H

What is the population of Fraser-Fort George H?

Fraser-Fort George H has a population of 1,589 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,763.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Fraser-Fort George H expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Fraser-Fort George H safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fraser-Fort George H receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fraser-Fort George H?

Fraser-Fort George H has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches, with 17.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fraser-Fort George H?

The unemployment rate in Fraser-Fort George H is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $813. There are 49 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 32.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fraser-Fort George H?

The median home value in Fraser-Fort George H is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $680. The homeownership rate is 84.1%.

How are the schools in Fraser-Fort George H?

10.8% of adults in Fraser-Fort George H hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.5% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fraser-Fort George H?

The average commute in Fraser-Fort George H is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fraser-Fort George H?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fraser-Fort George H is 99.4% White. 89% of residents speak only English at home.

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