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Kamloops, BC
British Columbia · Kamloops Metro
Kamloops is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,915. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.
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How Kamloops Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Kamloops a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kamloops receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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. Kamloops has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kamloops is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kamloops 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. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 135 per 100,000, 93% below the national average.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Kamloops has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Kamloops vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kamloops vs U.S. Average
Income: Kamloops vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $90,000 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $59,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,146 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.0% |
| 122% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 121 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 19.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.0% |
| Housing Units | 1,705 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Kamloops vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 134.8/100K |
| 93% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 18.6/100K |
| Theft | 96.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 19.4/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,358 ft (414 m) |
| Area | 52.8 sq mi (136.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 74/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.6665°N, 120.3192°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | THOMPSON RIVER | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 15 | 78 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (186 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Wells Gray-Clearwater | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,576 m (8,451 ft) | 1550 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.6 in |
Kamloops has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 20°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (0.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.7% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 31.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 6.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 74/sq mi |
| Total Area | 52.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Schools in Kamloops
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lloyd George Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ralph Bell Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sk'elep School of Excellence | — | — | — | — |
| Kamloops Open Online Learning Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Twin Rivers Education Centre (Victoria Campus) | — | — | — | — |
| Kool School | — | — | — | — |
| South Kamloops Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kamloops School of the Arts | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kamloops
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Kamloops, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKBZ-FM 100.1 "B-100" Kamloops, BC | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CIFM-FM 98.3 Kamloops, BC | active rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKRV-FM "K 97.5 Classic Rock" Kamloops, BC | classic rock, new format rebranding | AAC 135 kbps |
Museums in Kamloops
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First National Dog Museum | ||||
| Fort Kamloops | ||||
| Kamloops Indian Residential School | ||||
| Kamloops Museum | ||||
| Robbins Range Heritage School | ||||
| Samuel Sidney Scott's House | ||||
| Secwepemc Heritage Museum | ||||
| Seven O' Ranch | ||||
| St. George's Anglican Church | ||||
| St. Joseph's Church | ||||
| Tom Bones House | ||||
| Train Museum | ||||
| Wilson House |
Libraries in Kamloops
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen Tiny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TNRL: Kamloops Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TNRL: North Kamloops Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TRU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kamloops
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market Saturday |
Hotels in Kamloops
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kamloops
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kamloops
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kamloops
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kamloops
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kamloops
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kamloops
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kamloops
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kamloops
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kamloops
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kamloops
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kamloops
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kamloops
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kamloops
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kamloops
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kamloops
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Road Brewing | ||||
| Red Collar Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Kamloops
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kamloops
8 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kane Valley Cross Country Ski Trails | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Stake Lake Trails | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Logan Lake Trails | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Harper Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sun Peaks Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Drop Zone Terrain Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Flight School Terrain Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Basic Training Terrain Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kamloops
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport | YKA | Medium Airport |
| Douglas Lake Airport | DGF | Small Airport |
| Heffley Creek Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kamloops Model Airplane Society Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Knutsford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Merritt Airport | YMB | Small Airport |
| Monte Creek Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Prichard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Shuswap (Skwlax Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tranquille Valley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kamloops
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post - Lansdowne |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kamloops
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christian Science Society | |
| Motion Church | |
| RCCG Bethel Chapel | |
| River Of Life Church | |
| St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church | |
| The Lighthouse Christian Fellowship |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kamloops
What is the population of Kamloops?
Kamloops has a population of 3,915 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 52.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
Is Kamloops expensive to live in?
The median household income is $90,000, 20% 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 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Kamloops safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 135 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Kamloops receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Kamloops?
Kamloops has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kamloops?
The job market in Kamloops faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,146. There are 121 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 23.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Kamloops?
The median home value in Kamloops is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 85.6%.
How are the schools in Kamloops?
9.7% of adults in Kamloops hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Kamloops?
The average commute in Kamloops is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Kamloops?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Kamloops is 94.5% White, 4.5% Asian. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home.