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North Okanagan B, BC
British Columbia · Kelowna Metro
North Okanagan B is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,274. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How North Okanagan B Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is North Okanagan B a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, North Okanagan B 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. North Okanagan B has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in North Okanagan B is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in North Okanagan B is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,200 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
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.3% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
North Okanagan B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 7.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
North Okanagan B vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
North Okanagan B vs U.S. Average
Income: North Okanagan B vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $82,000 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 101 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 20.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $600,000 |
| 113% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,200 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 14.9% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 84.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 15.2% |
| Housing Units | 1,285 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: North Okanagan B vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,243 ft (379 m) |
| Area | 188.3 sq mi (487.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.2611°N, 119.2701°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
North Okanagan B has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 23°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.1") and March the driest (1.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.9% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 36.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.2% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Total Area | 188.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 20.2% |
Schools in North Okanagan B
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School District 22 Operations | — | — | — | — |
| St. James Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Vernon Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hillview Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Silver Star Elementary | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near North Okanagan B
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKLZ-FM 104.7 "The Lizard" Kelowna, BC | mainstream rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKQQ-FM "Beach Radio 103.1" Kelowna, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Kelowna, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJIB-FM "Beach Radio 107.5" Vernon, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in North Okanagan B
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O'Keefe Ranch | ||||
| Okanagan Science Centre | ||||
| Vernon Museum & Archives |
Libraries in North Okanagan B
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORL: Armstrong | 0.0 | |||||
| ORL: Lake Country Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| ORL: Vernon Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in North Okanagan B
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Log Barn |
Hotels in North Okanagan B
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in North Okanagan B
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in North Okanagan B
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in North Okanagan B
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in North Okanagan B
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in North Okanagan B
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in North Okanagan B
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in North Okanagan B
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in North Okanagan B
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in North Okanagan B
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in North Okanagan B
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in North Okanagan B
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Country Brewing | ||||
| Marten Brewing Co. | ||||
| Okanagan Spring Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near North Okanagan B
10 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big White Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| McCulloch Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Telemark Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sovereign Lake Nordic Club | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Silver Star Mountain Resort | 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 North Okanagan B
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kelowna International Airport | YLW | Large Airport |
| Shuswap Regional Airport | YSN | Medium Airport |
| Vernon Regional Airport | YVE | Medium Airport |
| Kelowna Ogopogo Radio Controllers | — | Small Airport |
| Mabel Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Creek Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Prichard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ross Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shuswap (Skwlax Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shuswap Lake Estates Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in North Okanagan B
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Polson Place |
Churches & Religious Organizations in North Okanagan B
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| East Hill Community Church | |
| Emmanuel Fellowship Baptist Church | |
| First Baptist Church | |
| Lutheran Peace Eclic | |
| St. James Catholic Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Vernon Family Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About North Okanagan B
What is the population of North Okanagan B?
North Okanagan B has a population of 3,274 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 188.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.
Is North Okanagan B expensive to live in?
The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is North Okanagan B safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, North Okanagan B receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in North Okanagan B?
North Okanagan B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches, with 7.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in North Okanagan B?
The unemployment rate in North Okanagan B is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $915. There are 101 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 20.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in North Okanagan B?
The median home value in North Okanagan B is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200. The homeownership rate is 84.8%.
How are the schools in North Okanagan B?
9.9% of adults in North Okanagan B hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.3% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in North Okanagan B?
The average commute in North Okanagan B is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of North Okanagan B?
The racial and ethnic makeup of North Okanagan B is 92.3% White, 6.6% Asian. 90.1% of residents speak only English at home.