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Fraser Lake, BC

British Columbia

Fraser Lake is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 965. Residents earn $71,000 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
965 Population 615/sq mi density
$71,000 Median Income $48,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,000 median income, 12.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $830/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,000
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.4%
244% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

How Fraser Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population965
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density615/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,000
Per Capita$48,000
Unemployment12.4%
Poverty13.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$830
Ownership65.9%
Housing Units455
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+43.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Fraser Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fraser Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fraser Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fraser Lake is $71,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.4%, unemployment is notably high. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fraser Lake is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fraser Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow.

Fraser Lake has a population of 965 with a density of 615 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.6% female and 53.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 2.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.7% of residents.

Population

965
Total Population
2021 Census
615
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fraser Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 8.8%

Social Characteristics

Fraser Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fraser Lake is $71,000, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $923, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 30 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fraser Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,000
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,000
Avg Weekly Wage$923

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.4%
244% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fraser Lake is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 65.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 455 total housing units in the city. 14.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.9%
Owner-Occupied65.9%
Renter-Occupied33.0%
Housing Units455

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 Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fraser Lake 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 Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,277 ft (694 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density615/sq mi
Coordinates54.0581°N, 124.8504°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.6"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.28"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.2 on Sep 21, 2022.

Mar 15, 2013 29 km WSW of Prince George, Canada M3.4 114 km
Sep 21, 2022 26 km SSW of Prince George, Canada M3.2 131 km
May 22, 1994 8 km NNW of Prince George, Canada M2.5 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 1.2 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.0 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest
May 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in Wettest
July 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 1.9 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 1.9 in

Fraser Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 12°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.3") and April the driest (0.9").

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4.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.7% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+43.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density615/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home4.0%

Schools in Fraser Lake

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fraser Lake Elementary Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Fraser Lake

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Fraser Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fraser Lake Museum

Libraries in Fraser Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fraser Lake Public Library0.0

Clinics in Fraser Lake

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fraser Lake Community Health Centre

Train Stations in Fraser Lake

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Endako

Gas Stations in Fraser Lake

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #533042184
CA #6122704951
Chevron
Co-op

Banks in Fraser Lake

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Integris

Gyms in Fraser Lake

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #584776367

Airports Near Fraser Lake

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort St James AirportSmall Airport
Fraser Lake AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Fraser Lake

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fraser Lake

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fraser Lake

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lakeview Bible Chapel
Saint Andrew's Catholic Church

Explore Near Fraser Lake

UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fraser Lake

What is the population of Fraser Lake?

Fraser Lake has a population of 965 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 615 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.6% female and 53.4% male.

Is Fraser Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,000, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fraser Lake safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fraser Lake?

Fraser Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fraser Lake?

The job market in Fraser Lake faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $923. There are 30 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 4.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fraser Lake?

The median home value in Fraser Lake is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830. The homeownership rate is 65.9%.

How are the schools in Fraser Lake?

4.4% of adults in Fraser Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fraser Lake?

The average commute in Fraser Lake is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.3% of workers drive alone to work, 2.7% use public transit, and 4.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fraser Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fraser Lake is 96.9% White, 2.1% Asian. 90.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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