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Lytton, BC

British Columbia

Lytton is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 10. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
10 Population 17/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 296 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 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
2.0 / 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 Lytton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female48% / 55%
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
Ownership79.0%
Housing Units95
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation623 ft (190 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+24.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Lytton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lytton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Lytton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lytton 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 Lytton 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%. 24.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lytton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow.

Lytton has a population of 10 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.8% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 4.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.5% of residents.

Population

10
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lytton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 9.5%

Social Characteristics

Lytton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lytton 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. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lytton 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)0

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 Lytton is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 79.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 95 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

Homeownership79.0%
Owner-Occupied79.0%
Renter-Occupied10.5%
Housing Units95

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, Lytton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lytton 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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Lytton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates50.2311°N, 121.5816°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below US avg
Snowfall 12.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.99"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 97 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 101 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 88 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 105 km
Apr 28, 2023 38 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 128 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 146 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 122 km
Aug 12, 2011 38 km NNE of Maple Ridge, Canada M3.3 96 km
Jul 5, 2015 7 km ENE of Sumas, Washington M3.3 142 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 97 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 95 km
Jan 26, 2024 36 km WNW of Squamish, Canada M3.1 150 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 110 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 105 km
Aug 15, 2016 43 km S of Princeton, Canada M3.0 149 km
Jul 3, 1991 6 km ENE of Maple Ridge, Canada M3.0 129 km
Jul 17, 2016 41 km NNE of Maple Ridge, Canada M2.9 94 km
Apr 15, 2007 5 km N of Peaceful Valley, Washington M2.8 144 km
Jan 24, 1994 15 km NNW of Mission, Canada M2.8 121 km
Jan 26, 2024 35 km WNW of Squamish, Canada M2.8 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK Meteorological 38.0 m — 90 km
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 27 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi Lake (107 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 107 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 110 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 122 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 143 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 143 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 163 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.8 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.1 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Wettest
December 26°F (-3°C) 3.0 in

Lytton has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 24°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.1").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+24.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Lytton

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kumsheen ShchEma-meet School — — — —
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Gas Stations in Lytton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Airports Near Lytton

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cache Creek-Ashcroft Regional AirportYZAMedium Airport
Lillooet Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lytton

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Barnabas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lytton

What is the population of Lytton?

Lytton has a population of 10 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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 54.8% female and 47.6% male.

Is Lytton 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 Lytton safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lytton?

Lytton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lytton?

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

How much does housing cost in Lytton?

The median home value in Lytton is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 79.0%.

How are the schools in Lytton?

0.0% of adults in Lytton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lytton?

The average commute in Lytton 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 Lytton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lytton is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 90.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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