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Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary, BC

British Columbia

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,004. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
3,004 Population 2/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $36,360 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$628 Median Rent 17.4% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 14.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $628/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.5%
303% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,004
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$36,360
Unemployment14.5%
Poverty20.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$628
Ownership78.5%
Housing Units1,420
Rent Burden17.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,982 ft (604 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+31.3%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x 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

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow.

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary has a population of 3,004 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,657.6 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.4% of residents.

Population

3,004
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1,657.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish 2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages 7.7%

Social Characteristics

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,360. The average weekly wage is $699, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 93 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 51.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,360
Avg Weekly Wage$699

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.5%
303% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home51.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below the national average of $1,163). 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,420 total housing units in the city. 17.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below US avg
Rent Burden17.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.5%
Owner-Occupied78.5%
Renter-Occupied21.1%
Housing Units1,420

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 E / West Boundary receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary 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 E / West Boundary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,982 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,982 ft (604 m)
Area1,657.6 sq mi (4,293.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates49.0554°N, 118.9958°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 7.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.17"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

114 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 10, 2025.

Jun 24, 1997 16 km WNW of Malott, Washington M4.6 101 km
Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 137 km
Sep 1, 2015 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington M4.2 83 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 24 km
Apr 15, 1991 4 km SE of Pateros, Washington M3.9 131 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 49 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 45 km
Jun 24, 1997 16 km NW of Malott, Washington M3.6 100 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 125 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 130 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 84 km
Apr 28, 2023 38 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 135 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 113 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 123 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 50 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 50 km
Apr 13, 2025 7 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 50 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 137 km
May 28, 2022 55 km NE of Marblemount, Washington M3.2 136 km
May 15, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 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 — 82 km
1949 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 145 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m — 83 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m — 82 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m — 82 km
2009 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 3.6 m — 143 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 82 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 82 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Glacier Peak (188 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NORTH STAR (218,547 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 NORTH STAR 218,547 71 km
2015 TUNK BLOCK 180,111 69 km
2015 LIMEBELT 137,098 80 km
2017 DIAMOND CREEK 117,527 99 km
2006 TRIPOD COMPLEX (SPUR PEAK) 115,123 76 km
2003 FAWN PEAK COMPLEX (FAREWELL) 77,444 89 km
2021 CUB CREEK 2 74,601 95 km
2021 WHITMORE 59,925 96 km
2006 TRIPOD COMPLEX (TRIPOD) 59,712 93 km
2021 SUMMIT TRAIL 54,855 87 km
2015 STICKPIN 54,119 49 km
2001 ST MARYS 34,914 87 km
1985 BARKER MT 32,839 44 km
2021 WALKER CREEK 26,165 30 km
2014 DEVILS ELBOW COMPLEX 25,988 91 km
2008 COLUMBIA RIVER ROAD 22,628 97 km
1988 WHITE MOUNTAIN 21,855 66 km
2012 ST MARYS MISSION ROAD 21,454 87 km
2020 PALMER 18,015 47 km
1996 TIMBERLINE COMPLEX 17,009 77 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in
March 35°F (1°C) 1.1 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in Driest
October 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 2.0 in

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 21°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.2") and September the driest (1.1").

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11.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 70.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+31.3%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area1,657.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home51.2%

Radio Stations near Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MOLSON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5094853266
Kettle River Museum

Libraries in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Midway Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Husky
Petro-Canada
Rock Creek Centre Convenience

Ski Resorts Near Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
McKinney Nordic Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Big White Ski Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Grand Forks AirportZGFMedium Airport
Penticton AirportYYFMedium Airport
Dickson Field—Small Airport
Dorothy Scott Airport—Small Airport
Eagle's Nest Airport—Small Airport
Ferry County Airport—Small Airport
Fowler Field—Small Airport
Hart Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Lockwood Dry Coulee Airport—Small Airport
Midway Airport—Small Airport
Okanogan Legion Airport—Small Airport
Oliver Airport—Small Airport
Omak AirportOMKSmall Airport
Osoyoos Airport—Small Airport
Sourdough Airport—Small Airport
Tonasket Municipal Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rock Creek

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary

What is the population of Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary?

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary has a population of 3,004 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,657.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.3% male.

Is Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary?

Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary?

The job market in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $699. There are 93 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 51.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary?

The median home value in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $628. The homeownership rate is 78.5%.

How are the schools in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary?

11.0% of adults in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary?

The average commute in Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is 29 minutes. 70.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 51.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kootenay Boundary E / West Boundary is 97.6% White, 1.1% Asian. 90.4% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Osoyoos, BC 1,426 pop · 20.7 mi Oroville, WA 1,686 pop · 21.1 mi Okanagan-Similkameen A, BC 2,139 pop · 21.5 mi Kootenay Boundary D / Rural Grand Forks, BC 3,226 pop · 22.6 mi Central Kootenay I, BC 2,607 pop · 24.1 mi Grand Forks, BC 4,112 pop · 25.4 mi Oliver, BC 5,094 pop · 26.7 mi Republic, WA 1,043 pop · 30.5 mi Okanagan Falls, BC 2,266 pop · 32.8 mi Okanagan-Similkameen D, BC 4,016 pop · 32.9 mi Cawston, BC 1,040 pop · 35.6 mi Christina Lake, BC 1,329 pop · 35.7 mi Kaleden, BC 1,186 pop · 36.3 mi Keremeos, BC 1,608 pop · 39.3 mi
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