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Lax Kw'alaams 1, BC

British Columbia

Lax Kw'alaams 1 is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 627. Residents earn $45,200 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
627 Population 15/sq mi density
$45,200 Median Income $23,300 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 32.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 176 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$45,200 median income, 27.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,200
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.5%
664% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.2%
216% higher than US avg

How Lax Kw'alaams 1 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population627
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$45,200
Per Capita$23,300
Unemployment27.5%
Poverty39.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership74.4%
Housing Units215
Rent Burden32.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain88.1 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+24.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Lax Kw'alaams 1 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lax Kw'alaams 1 receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Lax Kw'alaams 1 faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lax Kw'alaams 1 is $45,200, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 27.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 39.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lax Kw'alaams 1 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 12.4x, 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

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lax Kw'alaams 1 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 176 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 88.1 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow.

Lax Kw'alaams 1 has a population of 627 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 42.0 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.2% female and 52.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.8% of residents.

Population

627
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
42.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lax Kw'alaams 1 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 3.2%

Social Characteristics

Lax Kw'alaams 1 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lax Kw'alaams 1 is $45,200, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,300 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $448, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 27.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 39.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 19 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lax Kw'alaams 1 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,200
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,300
Avg Weekly Wage$448

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.5%
664% above US avg
Poverty Rate39.2%
216% above US avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone58.6%
Public Transit6.9%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lax Kw'alaams 1 is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 32.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.4x, 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 Burden32.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied9.3%
Housing Units215

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, Lax Kw'alaams 1 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lax Kw'alaams 1 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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Lax Kw'alaams 1 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area42.0 sq mi (108.8 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates54.5546°N, 130.4306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.1"
132% above US avg
Snowfall 26.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 12.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.82"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.1 on May 9, 2022.

Jan 12, 1990 85 km WSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 98 km
Jun 6, 1995 92 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M4.2 108 km
Jan 12, 1990 88 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M4.2 102 km
Jun 13, 1995 127 km WSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M4.1 137 km
May 9, 2022 Hecate Strait region, Canada M4.1 129 km
Jul 3, 2009 91 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M4.0 105 km
Jan 26, 1990 131 km WSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M4.0 137 km
Mar 7, 1999 127 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M3.8 146 km
Jan 15, 1990 83 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M3.7 97 km
May 8, 2003 87 km W of Prince Rupert, Canada M3.5 87 km
Jun 25, 1993 120 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M3.4 134 km
Nov 8, 2009 34 km SSE of Hydaburg, Alaska M3.2 148 km
Dec 28, 1997 116 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M3.2 139 km
Jun 21, 2020 62 km WNW of Terrace, Canada M2.8 59 km
Jun 9, 2007 85 km SSW of Metlakatla, Alaska M2.8 118 km
Apr 12, 1992 56 km SSE of Hydaburg, Alaska M2.7 130 km
Nov 8, 2009 29 km SSE of Hydaburg, Alaska M2.7 148 km
Apr 29, 2010 138 km WSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M2.5 144 km
Nov 8, 2009 35 km SE of Hydaburg, Alaska M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.5 m (18 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1963 GRAHAM ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA Unknown 5.5 m 1 133 km
1975 KITIMAT INLET, BRITISH COLUMBIA Meteorological 4.1 m — 130 km
1974 KITIMAT INLET, BRITISH COLOMBIA Meteorological 2.8 m — 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tlevak Strait-Suemez Is. (199 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tlevak Strait-Suemez Is. Volcanic field 50 m (164 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 9.0 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 7.0 in
March 38°F (3°C) 6.3 in
April 42°F (6°C) 5.7 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 8.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 12.8 in Wettest
November 38°F (4°C) 10.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 10.2 in

Lax Kw'alaams 1 has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 33°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 88.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.8") and July the driest (3.8").

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3.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 58.6% of workers drive alone to work, while 6.9% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.2%
90% below US avg
High School+24.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area42.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone58.6%
Public Transit6.9%
Work from Home6.9%

Radio Stations near Lax Kw'alaams 1

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Lax Kw'alaams 1

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kwinitsa Station Museum
Museum of Northern British Columbia
Prince Rupert Fire Museum

Libraries in Lax Kw'alaams 1

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Prince Rupert Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lax Kw'alaams 1

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Waterfront Market

Breweries in Lax Kw'alaams 1

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Wheelhouse Brewing Co.

Airports Near Lax Kw'alaams 1

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Prince Rupert AirportYPRMedium Airport

Post Offices in Lax Kw'alaams 1

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lax Kw'alaams

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lax Kw'alaams 1

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
PORT SIMPSON NATIVE REVIVAL CHURCH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lax Kw'alaams 1

What is the population of Lax Kw'alaams 1?

Lax Kw'alaams 1 has a population of 627 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 42.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 47.2% female and 52.8% male.

Is Lax Kw'alaams 1 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $45,200, 40% below 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 12.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Lax Kw'alaams 1 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lax Kw'alaams 1 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lax Kw'alaams 1?

Lax Kw'alaams 1 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.1 inches, with 26.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lax Kw'alaams 1?

The job market in Lax Kw'alaams 1 faces challenges, with unemployment at 27.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $448. There are 19 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lax Kw'alaams 1?

The median home value in Lax Kw'alaams 1 is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 74.4%.

How are the schools in Lax Kw'alaams 1?

3.2% of adults in Lax Kw'alaams 1 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lax Kw'alaams 1?

The average commute in Lax Kw'alaams 1 is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 58.6% of workers drive alone to work, 6.9% use public transit, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lax Kw'alaams 1?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lax Kw'alaams 1 is 100% White. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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