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Lavington, BC

British Columbia · Kelowna Metro

Lavington is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 800. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
800 Population 1/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 288 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population800
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty14.1%
Commute25 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units320
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,722 ft (525 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Lavington a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lavington is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lavington 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. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lavington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow.

Lavington has a population of 800 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 691.5 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 4.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents.

Population

800
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
691.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lavington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 10.8%

Social Characteristics

Lavington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lavington is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,858 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 25 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lavington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,858
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lavington is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 320 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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 Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units320

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, Lavington receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lavington 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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Lavington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,722 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,722 ft (525 m)
Area691.5 sq mi (1,791.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.2333°N, 119.1000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.4"
31% below US avg
Snowfall 11.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Jul 19, 2025.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 90 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 115 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 90 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 130 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 112 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 123 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 116 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 130 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 134 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 133 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 90 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 144 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 99 km
Oct 23, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.0 134 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 90 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 118 km
Nov 5, 2000 8 km NW of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.0 99 km
Feb 3, 1994 31 km ENE of Osoyoos, Canada M2.9 126 km
Dec 23, 1997 16 km ESE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M2.9 103 km
Jan 23, 2015 31 km N of Nelson, Canada M2.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 2.7 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Lavington has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 21°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area691.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Schools in Lavington

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lavington Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Lavington

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLZ-FM 104.7 "The Lizard" Kelowna, BC mainstream rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CKQQ-FM "Beach Radio 103.1" Kelowna, BC adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kelowna, BC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJIB-FM "Beach Radio 107.5" Vernon, BC adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Lavington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
O'Keefe Ranch
Okanagan Science Centre
Vernon Museum & Archives

Libraries in Lavington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Armstrong0.0
ORL: Lumby Branch0.0
ORL: Vernon Branch0.0

Gas Stations in Lavington

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canco
Canco

Breweries in Lavington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Marten Brewing Co.
Okanagan Spring Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Lavington

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Big White Ski Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
McCulloch Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Telemark Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Silver Star Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Larch Hills Nordic Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Lavington

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelowna International AirportYLWLarge Airport
Shuswap Regional AirportYSNMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium Airport
Kelowna Ogopogo Radio Controllers—Small Airport
Mabel Lake Airport—Small Airport
Prichard Airstrip—Small Airport
Ross Creek Airport—Small Airport
Shuswap (Skwlax Field) Airport—Small Airport
Shuswap Lake Estates Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Lavington

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lavington

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lavington

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lavington Fellowship Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lavington

What is the population of Lavington?

Lavington has a population of 800 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 691.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Lavington expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% 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 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Lavington safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lavington?

Lavington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.4 inches, with 11.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lavington?

The unemployment rate in Lavington is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 25 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lavington?

The median home value in Lavington is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Lavington?

32.9% of adults in Lavington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lavington?

The average commute in Lavington is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lavington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lavington is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

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