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Neskonlith, BC

British Columbia

Neskonlith is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 279. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
279 Population 29/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $40,800 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 298 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 20.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.0%
456% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population279
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$40,800
Unemployment20.0%
Poverty15.2%
Commute24 min

Housing

C
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership55.0%
Housing Units100
Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+32.6%
Graduate+9.3%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Neskonlith a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neskonlith receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Neskonlith has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neskonlith is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 20.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neskonlith 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 7.9x, 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

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Neskonlith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow.

Neskonlith has a population of 279 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.4% female and 53.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents.

Population

279
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Neskonlith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 3.6%

Social Characteristics

Neskonlith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neskonlith is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,800. The average weekly wage is $785, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Neskonlith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,800
Avg Weekly Wage$785

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.0%
456% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)9

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Neskonlith is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 55.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 100 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, 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 Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.0%
Owner-Occupied55.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units100

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, Neskonlith receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Neskonlith 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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Neskonlith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 298 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 20.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,916 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates50.7840°N, 119.7488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.9"
45% below US avg
Snowfall 8.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Jun 18, 2015.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 99 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 80 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 142 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 99 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 138 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 122 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 116 km
Mar 3, 1997 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada M2.7 121 km
Aug 23, 1990 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada M2.7 116 km
Jun 28, 2013 16 km WSW of Penticton, Canada M2.6 150 km
Jul 22, 2007 6 km NE of Penticton, Canada M2.6 142 km
Jun 20, 1993 28 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M2.5 129 km
Jun 26, 2010 14 km WSW of Penticton, Canada M2.5 148 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Summerland, Canada M2.5 136 km
May 26, 2011 23 km NNW of Princeton, Canada M2.5 139 km
Apr 20, 2008 4 km ENE of Penticton, Canada M2.5 144 km
Jul 21, 2007 5 km ENE of Penticton, Canada M2.5 145 km
Jun 18, 2015 7 km E of Penticton, Canada M2.5 145 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 101 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 15 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (181 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.2 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 2.2 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.4 in Wettest

Neskonlith has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 21°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.1").

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4.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+32.6%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Neskonlith

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHLW-FM "The Bear 93.1" Barriere, BC community radio AAC 198 kbps

Museums in Neskonlith

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chase Museum

Libraries in Neskonlith

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chase Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Neskonlith

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canco One Stop

Breweries in Neskonlith

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Crannog Ales
Crannog Ales and Left Fields

Ski Resorts Near Neskonlith

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club 0.0 $0
Harper Mountain 0.0 $0
Larch Hills Nordic Ski Trails 0.0 $0
Sun Peaks Resort 0.0 $0
Drop Zone Terrain Park 0.0 $0
Flight School Terrain Park 0.0 $0
Basic Training Terrain Park 0.0 $0

Airports Near Neskonlith

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional AirportYKAMedium Airport
Shuswap Regional AirportYSNMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium Airport
Douglas Lake AirportDGFSmall Airport
Heffley Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Kamloops Model Airplane Society AirstripSmall Airport
Kelowna Ogopogo Radio ControllersSmall Airport
Knutsford AirfieldSmall Airport
Monte Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Prichard AirstripSmall Airport
Ross Creek AirportSmall Airport
Shuswap (Skwlax Field) AirportSmall Airport
Shuswap Lake Estates AirfieldSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Neskonlith

What is the population of Neskonlith?

Neskonlith has a population of 279 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 46.4% female and 53.6% male.

Is Neskonlith expensive to live in?

The median household income is $70,500, 6% 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 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Neskonlith safe?

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

What is the weather like in Neskonlith?

Neskonlith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Neskonlith?

The job market in Neskonlith faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $785. There are 9 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Neskonlith?

The median home value in Neskonlith is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 55.0%.

How are the schools in Neskonlith?

4.7% of adults in Neskonlith hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Neskonlith?

The average commute in Neskonlith is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Neskonlith?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Neskonlith is 100% White. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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