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New Denver, BC

British Columbia

New Denver is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 487. Residents earn $46,400 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
487 Population 1,449/sq mi density
$46,400 Median Income $30,800 per capita
$324,000 Home Value
$920 Median Rent 21.2% income on rent
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$46,400 median income, 11.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$324,000 home value, $920/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,400
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $324,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population487
Median Age62.8 yrs
Density1,449/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

D
Median Income$46,400
Per Capita$30,800
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty24.4%
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$324,000
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden21.2%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation1,814 ft (553 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+28.1%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is New Denver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Denver receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Denver has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Denver is $46,400, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Denver is $324,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

New Denver has a population of 487 with a density of 1,449 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.2% Asian.

Population

487
Total Population
2021 Census
1,449
People / sq mi
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Denver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages9.2%

Social Characteristics

New Denver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Denver is $46,400, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: New Denver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,400
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone36.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home52.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Denver is $324,000, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,000
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden21.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied26.9%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

In New Denver, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Denver vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+28.1%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,449/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone36.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home52.6%

Nearby Cities

Kaslo, BC 1,049 pop · 21.0 mi Central Kootenay D, BC 1,462 pop · 24.6 mi Nakusp, BC 1,589 pop · 26.0 mi Central Kootenay H, BC 5,045 pop · 27.6 mi Central Kootenay F, BC 4,116 pop · 29.7 mi Central Kootenay C, BC 1,475 pop · 29.7 mi Central Kootenay B, BC 4,802 pop · 29.7 mi Nelson, BC 11,106 pop · 34.2 mi Central Kootenay K, BC 1,784 pop · 37.1 mi Central Kootenay J, BC 3,517 pop · 47.4 mi Castlegar, BC 8,338 pop · 47.9 mi Salmo, BC 1,140 pop · 55.2 mi East Kootenay A, BC 1,875 pop · 58.7 mi Fruitvale, BC 1,958 pop · 61.0 mi
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