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Liard River, BC

British Columbia

Liard River is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 114. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
114 Population 102/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
30°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
2.9 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 14.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% 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+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty14.1%
Commute27 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership16.7%
Housing Units60
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp30°F (-1°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,542 ft (470 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+15.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Liard River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Liard River 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. Liard River has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Liard River is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Liard River 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

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Liard River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow.

Liard River has a population of 114 with a density of 102 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.5% female and 56.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

114
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Liard River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Liard River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Liard River 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 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Liard River 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

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Liard River is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 16.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 60 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

Homeownership16.7%
Owner-Occupied16.7%
Renter-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units60

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, Liard River receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Liard River 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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Liard River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -3°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,542 feet.

Temperature

-3°F Jan (-20°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average29.5°F
45% below US avg
January Average-3°F (-20°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,542 ft (470 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates59.4163°N, 126.0864°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fort_Nelson

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 7.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.07"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.63"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -3°F (-20°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 1.0 in
March 17°F (-9°C) 0.8 in
April 32°F (0°C) 0.6 in Driest
May 44°F (7°C) 1.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
September 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
October 33°F (0°C) 1.5 in
November 13°F (-11°C) 1.3 in
December 1°F (-17°C) 1.1 in

Liard River has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from -3°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (0.6").

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10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 15.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+15.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Liard River

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Liard River

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liard Hot Springs Lodge

Gas Stations in Liard River

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liard Hot Springs Lodge Gas

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Liard River

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Nahanni National ParkNatural1978

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Frequently Asked Questions About Liard River

What is the population of Liard River?

Liard River has a population of 114 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 102 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 43.5% female and 56.5% male.

Is Liard River 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 Liard River safe?

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

What is the weather like in Liard River?

Liard River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Liard River?

The job market in Liard River faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Liard River?

The median home value in Liard River is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 16.7%.

How are the schools in Liard River?

10.0% of adults in Liard River hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Liard River?

The average commute in Liard River is 27 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Liard River?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Liard River is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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