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Harrison Hot Springs, BC
British Columbia · Abbotsford-Mission Metro
Harrison Hot Springs is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,905. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Harrison Hot Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Harrison Hot Springs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Harrison Hot Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Harrison Hot Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Harrison Hot Springs is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Harrison Hot Springs is $685,000, making it a premium housing market at 143% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, 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
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Harrison Hot Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 inches, including 17.5 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Harrison Hot Springs vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Harrison Hot Springs vs U.S. Average
Income: Harrison Hot Springs vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $74,000 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,640 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $935 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.3% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 59 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $685,000 |
| 143% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,040 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 20.5% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 81.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.6% |
| Housing Units | 885 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Harrison Hot Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 900/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2997°N, 121.7859°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | — | 25 km |
| 1905 | THOMPSON RIVER | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 15 | 128 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 144 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 58 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 107 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 141 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 8.5 in |
Harrison Hot Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 33°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.3") and August the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.0% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 33.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 900/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.7% |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |
Schools in Harrison Hot Springs
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison Hot Springs Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Harrison Hot Springs
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIVL-FM 103.9 University of the Fraser Valley - Abbotsford, BC | campus radio, university radio | MP3 | |
| CKKS-FM 107.5 "Sonic" Chilliwack, BC | modern rock, re-branding new format | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CHWK-FM 89.5 "JR Country" Chilliwack, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Harrison Hot Springs
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agassiz Harrison Museum | ||||
| CFBCHS Chilliwack Military Museum | ||||
| Chilliwack Museum | ||||
| Dicken's Sweets & British Museum | ||||
| Kilby General Store |
Libraries in Harrison Hot Springs
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVRL: Agassiz Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Chilliwack Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Sardis Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Harrison Hot Springs
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chilliwack Community Market | |||||
| Hofstede's Country Barn | |||||
| Market at the Coliseum |
Hotels in Harrison Hot Springs
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Harrison Hot Springs
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Harrison Hot Springs
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Harrison Hot Springs
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Harrison Hot Springs
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Harrison Hot Springs
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Yale Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Harrison Hot Springs
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Harrison Hot Springs
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Baker | 100.0 | 10 | 1,525 | $50 | November - May | — | Yes |
| Sasquatch Mountain Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Harrison Hot Springs
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford International Airport | YXX | Medium Airport |
| Acme Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone | — | Small Airport |
| Butler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Chilliwack Airport | YCW | Small Airport |
| Cutty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Floathaven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hope Airport / FVRD Regional Airpark | YHE | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pretty Estates Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
| West Wind Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Harrison Hot Springs
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Harrison Hot Springs |
Treatment Centers in Harrison Hot Springs
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Apollo Clinic | ||
| Joshua House Recovery Ministries |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Harrison Hot Springs
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Central Community Church Harrison Campus |
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What is the population of Harrison Hot Springs?
Harrison Hot Springs has a population of 1,905 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 900 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
Is Harrison Hot Springs expensive to live in?
The median household income is $74,000, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $685,000 (143% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Harrison Hot Springs safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Harrison Hot Springs receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Harrison Hot Springs?
Harrison Hot Springs has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches, with 17.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Harrison Hot Springs?
The job market in Harrison Hot Springs faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $935. There are 59 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 21.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Harrison Hot Springs?
The median home value in Harrison Hot Springs is $685,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 81.4%.
How are the schools in Harrison Hot Springs?
13.0% of adults in Harrison Hot Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Harrison Hot Springs?
The average commute in Harrison Hot Springs is 30 minutes. 75.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.7% use public transit, and 21.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Harrison Hot Springs?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Harrison Hot Springs is 93% White, 0.5% Black or African American, 5.4% Asian. 83.2% of residents speak only English at home.