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Grand Forks, BC

British Columbia

Grand Forks is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 4,112. Residents earn $61,600 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,112 Population 1,027/sq mi density
$61,600 Median Income $39,120 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 296 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,600 median income, 6.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,600
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

How Grand Forks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,112
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density1,027/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,600
Per Capita$39,120
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty14.9%
Commute15 min

Housing

B
Home Value$348,000
Rent$900
Ownership73.9%
Housing Units1,875
Rent Burden18.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+31.3%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute15 min

Is Grand Forks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Forks receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Grand Forks has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Forks is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Forks is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x 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

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Grand Forks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow.

Grand Forks has a population of 4,112 with a density of 1,027 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 5.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.2% of residents.

Population

4,112
Total Population
2021 Census
1,027
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Forks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 10.7%

Social Characteristics

Grand Forks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Forks is $61,600, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,120. The average weekly wage is $752, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 127 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grand Forks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,120
Avg Weekly Wage$752

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)127

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Forks is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 73.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,875 total housing units in the city. 18.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, 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$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.9%
Owner-Occupied73.9%
Renter-Occupied25.9%
Housing Units1,875

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, Grand Forks receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Grand Forks 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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Grand Forks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,686 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Coordinates49.0331°N, 118.4356°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.3"
41% below US avg
Snowfall 10.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.56"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

96 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.4 on Jul 19, 2025.

Jun 24, 1997 16 km WNW of Malott, Washington M4.6 130 km
Sep 1, 2015 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington M4.2 91 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 61 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 16 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 84 km
Jun 24, 1997 16 km NW of Malott, Washington M3.6 129 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 122 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 80 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 92 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 84 km
Feb 15, 2020 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada M3.2 125 km
Apr 13, 2025 7 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 84 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 15 km
May 15, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 84 km
Apr 13, 2025 6 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 83 km
Jan 31, 1999 22 km N of Keller, Washington M3.1 86 km
Nov 25, 2000 13 km SSE of Oroville, Washington M3.1 70 km
Apr 16, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 85 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 111 km
Nov 12, 1998 22 km WSW of Nespelem Community, Washington M3.0 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 56 km
1949 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 135 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m — 56 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m — 56 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.0 m — 140 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m — 56 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 3.6 m — 128 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 56 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NORTH STAR (218,547 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 NORTH STAR 218,547 78 km
2015 TUNK BLOCK 180,111 91 km
2021 SUMMIT TRAIL 54,855 74 km
2015 STICKPIN 54,119 21 km
1985 BARKER MT 32,839 72 km
2021 WALKER CREEK 26,165 54 km
2014 DEVILS ELBOW COMPLEX 25,988 87 km
1988 WHITE MOUNTAIN 21,855 53 km
2020 PALMER 18,015 86 km
1996 TIMBERLINE COMPLEX 17,009 97 km
2023 EAGLE BLUFF 16,499 82 km
2007 TUNK GRADE 15,007 87 km
2015 RENNER 13,975 35 km
2020 KEWA FIELD 11,811 96 km
2000 ROCKY HULL 9,927 71 km
1994 COPPER BUTTE 9,068 34 km
2015 GRAVES MOUNTAIN 8,559 45 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,385 85 km
1988 S.17MILE1 8,089 67 km
2021 BULLDOG MOUNTAIN 8,049 30 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
April 44°F (6°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in Driest
October 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 2.3 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Grand Forks has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 22°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and September the driest (1.3").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 71.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+31.3%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,027/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Schools in Grand Forks

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dr. D.A. Perley Elementary School — — — —
Grand Forks Secondary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Grand Forks

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKGF 102.3 "Juice FM" Grand Forks, BC adult hits MP3 96 kbps
102.3 Juice FM Grand Forks BC — MP3 96 kbps
94.1 Juice FM — AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Grand Forks

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HUSKY AUTO & TRUCK MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION17812 W HIGHWAY 215097753521
Greenwood Museum

Libraries in Grand Forks

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Grand Forks & District Public Library0.0
Greenwood Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Grand Forks

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Forks Farmers’ Market

Hotels in Grand Forks

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Noble House Suites

Cafes in Grand Forks

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Joga's
Kocomo's
The Board Room Cafe

Cinemas in Grand Forks

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GEM Theatre

Dentists in Grand Forks

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Gregory Bruce

Banks in Grand Forks

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
Grand Forks Credit Union

Ski Resorts Near Grand Forks

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Red Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Paulson Cross-Country Recreation Site 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in Grand Forks

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18
Franson Peak (102756)LTOWER18

Airports Near Grand Forks

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Grand Forks AirportZGFMedium Airport
Avey Field State/Laurier Airport—Small Airport
Bluecreek Airport—Small Airport
Chewelah Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Colville Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Crown Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Eagle's Nest Airport—Small Airport
Ferry County Airport—Small Airport
Flat Creek Field—Small Airport
Hart Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Magee Creek Aerodrome—Small Airport
Midway Airport—Small Airport
Rickey Creek Airport—Small Airport
Schmidt Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Smith Airport—Small Airport
Sourdough Airport—Small Airport
Zema Private Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Grand Forks

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Grand Forks
Two Rivers

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grand Forks

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint John's Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grand Forks

What is the population of Grand Forks?

Grand Forks has a population of 4,112 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 1,027 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.3% male.

Is Grand Forks expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,600, 18% 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 $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Grand Forks safe?

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

What is the weather like in Grand Forks?

Grand Forks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grand Forks?

The unemployment rate in Grand Forks is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $752. There are 127 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 11.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grand Forks?

The median home value in Grand Forks is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 73.9%.

How are the schools in Grand Forks?

7.8% of adults in Grand Forks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Grand Forks?

The average commute in Grand Forks is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grand Forks?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grand Forks is 93.7% White, 5.1% Asian. 88.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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