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North Okanagan C, BC

British Columbia · Kelowna Metro

North Okanagan C is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 4,511. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,511 Population 39/sq mi density
$105,000 Median Income $55,450 per capita
$755,000 Home Value
$1,200 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$105,000 median income, 8.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$755,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $105,000
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $755,000
168% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

How North Okanagan C Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,511
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$105,000
Per Capita$55,450
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty6.7%
Commute24 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$755,000
Rent$1,200
Ownership83.1%
Housing Units1,715
Rent Burden17.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+32.2%
Graduate+5.3%

Community

Commute24 min

Is North Okanagan C a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Okanagan C receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. North Okanagan C has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Okanagan C is $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 40% above $75,149. This places North Okanagan C among higher-income communities. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Okanagan C is $755,000, making it a premium housing market at 168% 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 7.2x, 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

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Okanagan C 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.

North Okanagan C has a population of 4,511 with a density of 39 people per square mile, spread across 115.9 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.4% of residents.

Population

4,511
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
115.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Okanagan C vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 10.1%

Social Characteristics

North Okanagan C vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Okanagan C is $105,000, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,450 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 140 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 27.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Okanagan C vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,000
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,450
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)140

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home27.7%

Walkability

The median home value in North Okanagan C is $755,000, 168% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 83.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,715 total housing units in the city. 17.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$755,000
168% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.1%
Owner-Occupied83.1%
Renter-Occupied16.9%
Housing Units1,715

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, North Okanagan C receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Okanagan C 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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North Okanagan C has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Area115.9 sq mi (300.1 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates50.2590°N, 119.2974°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.7"
48% below US avg
Snowfall 7.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.13"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Jul 19, 2025.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 78 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 118 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 76 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 139 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 111 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 113 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 111 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 147 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 144 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 78 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 142 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 134 km
Oct 23, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.0 147 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 109 km
Nov 5, 2000 8 km NW of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.0 97 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 105 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 90 km
Feb 3, 1994 31 km ENE of Osoyoos, Canada M2.9 130 km
Dec 23, 1997 16 km ESE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M2.9 105 km
Feb 8, 2003 Washington M2.8 145 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 15 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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 C 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").

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12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.2% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+32.2%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area115.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home27.7%

Schools in North Okanagan C

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mission Hill Elementary School — — — —
Clarence Fulton Senior Secondary — — — —
Ellison Elementary — — — —
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Radio Stations near North Okanagan C

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 C

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
O'Keefe Ranch
Okanagan Science Centre
Vernon Museum & Archives

Libraries in North Okanagan C

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Armstrong0.0
ORL: Lake Country Branch0.0
ORL: Vernon Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in North Okanagan C

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Log Barn

Cafes in North Okanagan C

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Deep Dish Cafe
Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in North Okanagan C

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canco
Petro-Canada
Super Save

Gyms in North Okanagan C

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #12874514818

Breweries in North Okanagan C

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brittannia Brewing Co.
Grey Fox Brewery
Lake Country Brewing
Marten Brewing Co.
Okanagan Spring Brewery

Ski Resorts Near North Okanagan C

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 C

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelowna International AirportYLWLarge Airport
Shuswap Regional AirportYSNMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Okanagan C

What is the population of North Okanagan C?

North Okanagan C has a population of 4,511 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 115.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.7% male.

Is North Okanagan C expensive to live in?

The median household income is $105,000, 40% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $755,000 (168% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is North Okanagan C safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Okanagan C?

North Okanagan C 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 C?

The job market in North Okanagan C faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 140 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 27.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Okanagan C?

The median home value in North Okanagan C is $755,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200. The homeownership rate is 83.1%.

How are the schools in North Okanagan C?

12.5% of adults in North Okanagan C hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.2% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in North Okanagan C?

The average commute in North Okanagan C is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, 1.8% use public transit, and 27.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Okanagan C?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Okanagan C is 97.1% White, 1.8% Asian. 88.4% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Vernon, BC 44,519 pop · 1.2 mi North Okanagan B, BC 3,274 pop · 1.2 mi Coldstream, BC 11,171 pop · 5.1 mi Okanagan 1, BC 3,244 pop · 6.5 mi Spallumcheen, BC 5,307 pop · 10.4 mi North Okanagan D, BC 2,909 pop · 11.1 mi Armstrong, BC 5,323 pop · 13.8 mi Lumby, BC 2,063 pop · 14.5 mi Lake Country, BC 15,817 pop · 17.8 mi Duck Lake 7, BC 1,847 pop · 17.9 mi North Okanagan E, BC 1,092 pop · 19.2 mi Central Okanagan, BC 4,258 pop · 22.1 mi Ellison, BC 3,094 pop · 22.7 mi Rutland, BC 34,800 pop · 25.1 mi
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