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Lower Hat Creek 2, BC

British Columbia

Lower Hat Creek 2 is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 61. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
61 Population 19/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 310 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair 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
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
0.0% 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+ 0.0%
100% 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 Lower Hat Creek 2 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population61
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female62% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty14.1%
Commute31 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership66.7%
Housing Units15
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+18.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Lower Hat Creek 2 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lower Hat Creek 2 receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Lower Hat Creek 2 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lower Hat Creek 2 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 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lower Hat Creek 2 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lower Hat Creek 2 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches.

Lower Hat Creek 2 has a population of 61 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 30.8% female and 61.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

61
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 30.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lower Hat Creek 2 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

Lower Hat Creek 2 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lower Hat Creek 2 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 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lower Hat Creek 2 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)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lower Hat Creek 2 is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 66.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 15 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

Homeownership66.7%
Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units15

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, Lower Hat Creek 2 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lower Hat Creek 2 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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Lower Hat Creek 2 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,044 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates50.8841°N, 121.4912°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.4"
62% below US avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.93"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 24, 2013.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 133 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 112 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 133 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 53 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bridge River Cones (134 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 134 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 144 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 150 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 152 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 157 km
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
March 34°F (1°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 42°F (5°C) 0.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.0 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.3 in

Lower Hat Creek 2 has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 19°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.9") and March the driest (0.6").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 66.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+18.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Museums in Lower Hat Creek 2

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashcroft Museum

Libraries in Lower Hat Creek 2

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TNRL: Ashcroft Library0.0
TNRL: Cache Creek Library0.0
TNRL: Clinton Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Lower Hat Creek 2

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Logan Lake Trails 0.0 $0
Big Bar Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 $0

Airports Near Lower Hat Creek 2

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cache Creek-Ashcroft Regional AirportYZAMedium Airport
Clinton/Bleibler Ranch AerodromeSmall Airport
Echo Valley AirportSmall Airport
Green Lake AirportSmall Airport
Lillooet AirportSmall Airport
One Hundred Mile Model FlyersSmall Airport
Sheridan Lake AirstripSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lower Hat Creek 2

What is the population of Lower Hat Creek 2?

Lower Hat Creek 2 has a population of 61 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 30.8% female and 61.5% male.

Is Lower Hat Creek 2 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 Lower Hat Creek 2 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lower Hat Creek 2 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lower Hat Creek 2?

Lower Hat Creek 2 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.4 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lower Hat Creek 2?

The unemployment rate in Lower Hat Creek 2 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 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lower Hat Creek 2?

The median home value in Lower Hat Creek 2 is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.7%.

How are the schools in Lower Hat Creek 2?

0.0% of adults in Lower Hat Creek 2 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lower Hat Creek 2?

The average commute in Lower Hat Creek 2 is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lower Hat Creek 2?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lower Hat Creek 2 is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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