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Kootenay Boundary A, BC

British Columbia

Kootenay Boundary A is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,624. Residents earn $96,000 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,624 Population 18/sq mi density
$96,000 Median Income $56,400 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 7.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 283 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$96,000 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $96,000
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

How Kootenay Boundary A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,624
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$96,000
Per Capita$56,400
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty6.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$448,000
Rent$750
Ownership90.7%
Housing Units695
Rent Burden7.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+27.7%
Graduate+1.1%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Kootenay Boundary A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kootenay Boundary A 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. Kootenay Boundary A offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kootenay Boundary A is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kootenay Boundary A is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kootenay Boundary A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches, including 12.7 inches of snow.

Kootenay Boundary A has a population of 1,624 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 92.0 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents.

Population

1,624
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
92.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kootenay Boundary A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish 0.6%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 3.4%

Social Characteristics

Kootenay Boundary A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kootenay Boundary A is $96,000, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,085, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 50 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Kootenay Boundary A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,000
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kootenay Boundary A is $448,000, 59% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 90.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 695 total housing units in the city. 7.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden7.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.7%
Owner-Occupied90.7%
Renter-Occupied8.6%
Housing Units695

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, Kootenay Boundary A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kootenay Boundary A 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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Kootenay Boundary A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,365 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Area92.0 sq mi (238.2 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates49.0009°N, 117.6247°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.5"
23% below US avg
Snowfall 12.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.66"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

89 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on May 15, 2025.

Sep 1, 2015 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington M4.2 128 km
Nov 11, 2001 3 km NE of Spokane, Washington M4.0 147 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 119 km
Jun 25, 2001 Washington M3.9 148 km
Apr 24, 2015 8 km WSW of Hope, Idaho M3.9 125 km
Feb 5, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M3.9 135 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 56 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 142 km
Apr 24, 2015 12 km SSW of East Hope, Idaho M3.7 134 km
Jan 20, 2000 21 km ENE of Athol, Idaho M3.5 140 km
Jun 25, 2001 2 km SSE of Town and Country, Washington M3.4 145 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 57 km
Nov 12, 2001 3 km NNE of Spokane, Washington M3.3 147 km
Apr 24, 2015 7 km SW of Hope, Idaho M3.3 128 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 70 km
Sep 22, 2003 12 km NW of Rathdrum, Idaho M3.3 131 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 141 km
Jul 31, 2001 2 km WNW of Town and Country, Washington M3.2 142 km
Feb 15, 2020 37 km ESE of Nelson, Canada M3.2 73 km
Apr 13, 2025 7 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 62 km
1949 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 142 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m — 61 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m — 62 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.0 m — 136 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m — 62 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 3.6 m — 129 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 62 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SUMMIT TRAIL (54,855 ac, 2021).

Year Name Acres Distance
2021 SUMMIT TRAIL 54,855 92 km
2015 STICKPIN 54,119 60 km
2022 RUSSELL MOUNTAIN 26,130 84 km
2015 TOWER 24,779 68 km
1988 WHITE MOUNTAIN 21,855 81 km
2015 RENNER 13,975 50 km
1994 COPPER BUTTE 9,068 71 km
2015 GRAVES MOUNTAIN 8,559 66 km
1988 S.17MILE1 8,089 94 km
2021 BULLDOG MOUNTAIN 8,049 54 km
2020 INCHELIUM HIWAY 7,046 87 km
2018 HORNS MOUNTAIN 6,890 31 km
2001 MT. LEONA COMPLEX 5,978 67 km
2003 TOGO MOUNTAIN 5,495 56 km
2017 NOISY CREEK 5,452 35 km
2018 BOYDS 5,196 56 km
2015 PARKER RIDGE 4,773 80 km
2017 NORTH FORK HUGHES 4,628 45 km
2006 HUGHES 32 COMPLEX 4,536 50 km
2003 MYRTLE CREEK 3,539 91 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
March 37°F (3°C) 2.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in Driest
October 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.6 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Kootenay Boundary A has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 25°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and September the driest (1.5").

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5.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+27.7%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area92.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Kootenay Boundary A

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJLY Kootenay Co-op Radio co-op, community MP3
CKQR "99.3 FM The Goat" Castlegar, BC classic rock AAC+ 57 kbps
CHNV-FM 103.5 "The Bridge" Nelson, BC alternative rock AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Kootenay Boundary A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NORTHPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION311 COLUMBIA AVENUE5097326675
Rossland Mining Museum & Discovery Center
The Trail Museum & Archives

Libraries in Kootenay Boundary A

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beaver Valley Public Library0.0
Rossland Public Library0.0
Trail & District Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kootenay Boundary A

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruitvale’s Incredible Farmers Market

Ski Resorts Near Kootenay Boundary A

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Red Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Paulson Cross-Country Recreation Site 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Whitewater Ski Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in Kootenay Boundary A

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Flagstaff Mtn) Flagstaff Mtn / USFWS RoadLTOWER46
(Flagstaff Mtn) Flagstaff Mtn / USFWS RoadLTOWER46
4 mi West of Northport (102567)LTOWER23
4 mi West of Northport (102567)LTOWER23

Airports Near Kootenay Boundary A

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional AirportYCGMedium Airport
Avey Field State/Laurier Airport—Small Airport
Bluecreek Airport—Small Airport
Chewelah Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Colville Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Crown Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Flat Creek Field—Small Airport
Ione Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Johnson Airport—Small Airport
Magee Creek Aerodrome—Small Airport
Nelson Airport—Small Airport
Priest Lake Usfs Airport—Small Airport
Rickey Creek Airport—Small Airport
Schmidt Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Smith Airport—Small Airport
Sullivan Lake State Airport—Small Airport
Trail Regional AirportYZZSmall Airport
Valenov Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Zema Private Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kootenay Boundary A

What is the population of Kootenay Boundary A?

Kootenay Boundary A has a population of 1,624 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 92.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.1% male.

Is Kootenay Boundary A expensive to live in?

The median household income is $96,000, 28% 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 $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kootenay Boundary A safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kootenay Boundary A?

Kootenay Boundary A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches, with 12.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kootenay Boundary A?

The unemployment rate in Kootenay Boundary A is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,085. There are 50 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kootenay Boundary A?

The median home value in Kootenay Boundary A is $448,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. The homeownership rate is 90.7%.

How are the schools in Kootenay Boundary A?

5.5% of adults in Kootenay Boundary A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kootenay Boundary A?

The average commute in Kootenay Boundary A is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kootenay Boundary A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kootenay Boundary A is 99.7% White. 96% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Montrose, BC 1,013 pop · 6.0 mi Kootenay Boundary C / Christina Lake, BC 1,627 pop · 7.5 mi Kootenay Boundary B / Lower Columbia-Old-Glory, BC 1,422 pop · 7.5 mi Trail, BC 7,920 pop · 7.7 mi Warfield, BC 1,753 pop · 8.5 mi Fruitvale, BC 1,958 pop · 8.6 mi Rossland, BC 4,140 pop · 9.8 mi Central Kootenay G, BC 1,650 pop · 14.7 mi Salmo, BC 1,140 pop · 20.7 mi Castlegar, BC 8,338 pop · 22.3 mi Central Kootenay J, BC 3,517 pop · 23.1 mi Christina Lake, BC 1,329 pop · 26.6 mi Kettle Falls, WA 1,703 pop · 33.8 mi Colville, WA 4,979 pop · 33.9 mi
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