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Invermere, BC

British Columbia

Invermere is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,917. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,917 Population 944/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $49,280 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$1,170 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $1,170/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,170
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,917
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density944/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$49,280
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty8.2%
Commute17 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$448,000
Rent$1,170
Ownership70.5%
Housing Units1,660
Rent Burden19.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,631 ft (802 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+28.1%
Graduate+7.2%

Community

Commute17 min

Is Invermere a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Invermere is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Invermere is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x 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

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Invermere has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow.

Invermere has a population of 3,917 with a density of 944 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.6% of residents.

Population

3,917
Total Population
2021 Census
944
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Invermere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages 10.3%

Social Characteristics

Invermere vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Invermere is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,280 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $948, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 121 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Invermere vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,280
Avg Weekly Wage$948

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Invermere is $448,000, 59% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 70.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,660 total housing units in the city. 19.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.5%
Owner-Occupied70.5%
Renter-Occupied29.5%
Housing Units1,660

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, Invermere receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Invermere 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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Invermere has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,631 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,631 ft (802 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density944/sq mi
Coordinates50.5167°N, 116.0354°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.9"
48% below US avg
Snowfall 7.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 26, 2025.

Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 86 km
Feb 5, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M3.9 72 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 115 km
Jan 26, 2025 58 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.7 130 km
Aug 13, 1998 67 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.6 133 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 73 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 118 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 146 km
Feb 15, 2020 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada M3.2 138 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 120 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 146 km
Apr 10, 2011 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada M2.9 16 km
Jan 23, 2015 31 km N of Nelson, Canada M2.8 120 km
Feb 10, 2016 29 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 66 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 96 km
Sep 26, 2004 32 km ENE of Nelson, Canada M2.8 115 km
Feb 24, 2016 26 km NNW of Kimberley, Canada M2.8 70 km
May 6, 1995 35 km NNW of Creston, Canada M2.7 137 km
Jun 7, 2023 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada M2.7 84 km
Sep 24, 2016 18 km SE of Cranbrook, Canada M2.6 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.0 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 62°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 1.8 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.6 in

Invermere has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.0").

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15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+28.1%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density944/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home14.9%

Schools in Invermere

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
J.A. Laird Elementary
Eileen Madson Primary School
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Radio Stations near Invermere

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Invermere

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Windermere Valley Museum

Libraries in Invermere

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Invermere Public Library0.0
Radium Hot Springs Public Library0.0

Hotels in Invermere

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Copper Point Resort
Invermere Inn & Suites
Windermere Point

Cafes in Invermere

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kicking Horse Cafe
Konig Meat and Sausage Company
Tim Hortons

Monuments in Invermere

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kootenae House National Historic Site

Dentists in Invermere

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #303991712

Bus Stations in Invermere

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #1515750247

Gas Stations in Invermere

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centex
Esso
Lucky Strike Gas
Pete's Marina
Petro-Canada
Shell

Banks in Invermere

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC

Gyms in Invermere

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

YPC- Your Personal Connection

Golf Courses in Invermere

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Copper Point Golf Course

Breweries in Invermere

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Arrowhead Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Invermere

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Panorama Mountain Resort 0.0 $0
Banff Sunshine Village 0.0 $0

Airports Near Invermere

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Banff AirportYBASmall Airport
Canal Flats AirportSmall Airport
Fairmont Hot Springs AirportYCZSmall Airport
Invermere AirportSmall Airport
Radium Hot Springs AirportSmall Airport
Thunder Hill AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Invermere

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Invermere

Churches & Religious Organizations in Invermere

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
The Stolen Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Invermere

What is the population of Invermere?

Invermere has a population of 3,917 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 944 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.2% male.

Is Invermere expensive to live in?

The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $448,000 (59% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Invermere safe?

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

What is the weather like in Invermere?

Invermere has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Invermere?

The unemployment rate in Invermere is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $948. There are 121 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 14.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Invermere?

The median home value in Invermere is $448,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 70.5%.

How are the schools in Invermere?

15.4% of adults in Invermere hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Invermere?

The average commute in Invermere is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Invermere?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Invermere is 95.3% White, 4.1% Asian. 86.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish.

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