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Hanceville, BC

British Columbia

Hanceville is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 10,000. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
10,000 Population 2/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population10,000
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty14.1%
Commute25 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units4,000
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation2,283 ft (696 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Hanceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanceville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Hanceville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanceville is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanceville is $560,468, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hanceville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches, including 33.0 inches of snow.

Hanceville has a population of 10,000 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,920.2 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 4.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents.

Population

10,000
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
4,920.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 10.8%

Social Characteristics

Hanceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanceville is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,858 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 310 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hanceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,858
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)310

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanceville is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,000 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,468
99% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units4,000

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, Hanceville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Hanceville 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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Hanceville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 270 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 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 33.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,283 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,283 ft (696 m)
Area4,920.2 sq mi (12,743.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates51.9192°N, 123.0446°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"
61% below US avg
Snowfall 33.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.77"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Jun 23, 1990.

Jun 23, 1990 130 km SW of Hanceville, Canada M3.0 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bridge River Cones (127 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 127 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 147 km
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 1.0 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 1.2 in Coldest

Hanceville has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 16°F in December to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.8") and March the driest (0.4").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area4,920.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Libraries in Hanceville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CRDL: Alexis Creek Branch0.0

Airports Near Hanceville

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alexis Creek Ranch Private Airport—Small Airport
Castle Rock Airport—Small Airport
Scum Lake Airport—Small Airport
The Hill Airstrip—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hanceville

What is the population of Hanceville?

Hanceville has a population of 10,000 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,920.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Hanceville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $560,468 (99% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Hanceville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Hanceville?

Hanceville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches, with 33.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hanceville?

The unemployment rate in Hanceville is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 310 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hanceville?

The median home value in Hanceville is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Hanceville?

32.9% of adults in Hanceville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hanceville?

The average commute in Hanceville is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hanceville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hanceville is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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