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Ibex Valley, YT

Yukon

Ibex Valley is a small town in Yukon with a population of 523. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
523 Population 7/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $58,200 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$890 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
28°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $890/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population523
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$58,200
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.4%
Commute28 min

Housing

B
Home Value$600,000
Rent$890
Ownership62.8%
Housing Units255
Rent Burden18.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp28°F (-2°C)
Rain12.0 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation2,362 ft (720 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+22.8%
Graduate+9.8%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Ibex Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ibex Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Ibex Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ibex Valley is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ibex Valley is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x 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

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ibex Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.0 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow.

Ibex Valley has a population of 523 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 80.0 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.2% female and 54.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.9% of residents, while 7.7% speak Spanish.

Population

523
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
80.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ibex Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 78.9%
0% below US avg
Spanish 7.7%
43% below US avg
Other Languages 13.5%

Social Characteristics

Ibex Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ibex Valley is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,119, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 23.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ibex Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ibex Valley is $600,000, 113% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 255 total housing units in the city. 18.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.8%
Owner-Occupied62.8%
Renter-Occupied35.3%
Housing Units255

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, Ibex Valley receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Ibex Valley 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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Ibex Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 314 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 12.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,362 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average28.1°F
48% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,362 ft (720 m)
Area80.0 sq mi (207.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates60.8309°N, 135.3633°W
TimezoneAmerica/Whitehorse

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.0"
69% below US avg
Snowfall 5.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.81"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

422 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 15, 2025.

May 1, 2017 48 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M6.3 134 km
May 1, 2017 47 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M6.2 135 km
May 1, 2017 42 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M5.7 139 km
May 1, 2017 41 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M5.6 136 km
May 1, 2017 43 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M5.0 135 km
May 1, 2017 57 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M5.0 133 km
Sep 16, 2017 54 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M5.0 133 km
May 1, 2017 38 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.9 136 km
May 1, 2017 37 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.8 138 km
May 4, 2017 45 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.7 135 km
Mar 9, 1992 38 km WNW of Haines Junction, Canada M4.7 149 km
Apr 4, 1990 83 km NW of Whitehorse, Canada M4.6 63 km
Sep 11, 1999 56 km SSE of Haines Junction, Canada M4.6 107 km
Jan 18, 2018 49 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.3 140 km
Aug 3, 2000 58 km SE of Haines Junction, Canada M4.3 85 km
May 1, 2017 49 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.3 130 km
May 1, 2017 47 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.3 140 km
May 9, 2014 39 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.2 136 km
May 1, 2017 41 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.1 139 km
May 1, 2017 48 km NW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska M4.1 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1994 SKAGWAY, AK Meteorological 9.0 m 1 148 km
2024 WHITEHORSE, YUKON Meteorological 2.5 m 5 km
1907 SKAGWAY, AK Eruption + Earthquake 0.7 m 148 km
2017 SKAGWAY, AK Earthquake 0.1 m 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Alligator Lake (46 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Alligator Lake Volcanic field 2,217 m (7,274 ft) Unknown 46 km
Atlin Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,880 m (6,168 ft) Unknown 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.7 in
March 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in
April 28°F (-2°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.4 in
July 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
September 42°F (6°C) 1.4 in
October 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
November 14°F (-10°C) 1.0 in
December 6°F (-14°C) 1.1 in

Ibex Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 0°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.8") and April the driest (0.2").

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15.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.8% have completed high school. 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+22.8%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area80.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

Schools in Ibex Valley

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hidden Valley Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Ibex Valley

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Whitehorse (MP3 Stream) MP3 128 kbps
CHON-FM 98.1 Whitehorse, YT community radio, indigenous MP3 73 kbps
CJUC 92.5FM MP3

Museums in Ibex Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MacBride Copperbelt Mining Museum

Hotels in Ibex Valley

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hot Springs Campground & Resort Suites

Cafes in Ibex Valley

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Bean North Roasting Company

Zoos in Ibex Valley

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yukon Wildlife Preserve

Gas Stations in Ibex Valley

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Takhini Gas

Ski Resorts Near Ibex Valley

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mt. Lorne Ski Trails 0.0 $0
Mount Sima 0.0 $0
Whitehorse Nordic Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ibex Valley

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International AirportYXYMedium Airport
Braeburn AirportSmall Airport
Carcross AirportSmall Airport
Carcross Cutoff AirportSmall Airport
Caribou Crossing Trading Post AirportSmall Airport
Hootalinqua Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Whitehorse / Cousins AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ibex Valley

What is the population of Ibex Valley?

Ibex Valley has a population of 523 residents and is located in Yukon. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 80.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 46.2% female and 54.8% male.

Is Ibex Valley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Ibex Valley safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ibex Valley?

Ibex Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.0 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ibex Valley?

The unemployment rate in Ibex Valley is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,119. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 23.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ibex Valley?

The median home value in Ibex Valley is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $890. The homeownership rate is 62.8%.

How are the schools in Ibex Valley?

15.2% of adults in Ibex Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.8% have completed high school. 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Ibex Valley?

The average commute in Ibex Valley is 28 minutes. 92.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ibex Valley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ibex Valley is 100% White. 78.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.7% speak Spanish.

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