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North Okanagan E, BC

British Columbia · Kelowna Metro

North Okanagan E is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,092. Residents earn $52,800 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
1,092 Population 1/sq mi density
$52,800 Median Income $34,800 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,080 Median Rent 29.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$52,800 median income, 14.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,080/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,800
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,080
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.6%
306% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,092
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

D
Median Income$52,800
Per Capita$34,800
Unemployment14.6%
Poverty26.6%
Commute41 min

Housing

F
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,080
Ownership82.4%
Housing Units455
Rent Burden29.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+39.0%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute41 min

Is North Okanagan E a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Okanagan E receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. North Okanagan E faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Okanagan E is $52,800, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Okanagan E is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.5x, 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

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Okanagan E experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches.

North Okanagan E has a population of 1,092 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,005.4 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.9% female and 54.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents.

Population

1,092
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1,005.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

North Okanagan E vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 5.0%

Social Characteristics

North Okanagan E vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Okanagan E is $52,800, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $669, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 34 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 15.5% of workers work from home.

Income: North Okanagan E vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,800
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,800
Avg Weekly Wage$669

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.6%
306% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.7 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in North Okanagan E is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,080 (7% below the national average of $1,163). 82.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 455 total housing units in the city. 29.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,080
7% below US avg
Rent Burden29.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.4%
Owner-Occupied82.4%
Renter-Occupied17.6%
Housing Units455

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 E receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Okanagan E 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 E experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 309 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 15.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,437 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)
Area1,005.4 sq mi (2,604.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates49.9884°N, 119.4002°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.1"
60% below US avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.73"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

74 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 64 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 88 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 71 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 119 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 81 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 90 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 126 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 82 km
Apr 28, 2023 38 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 137 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 139 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 139 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 136 km
Apr 13, 2025 7 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 137 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 122 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 64 km
May 15, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 135 km
Apr 13, 2025 6 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 137 km
Nov 25, 2000 13 km SSE of Oroville, Washington M3.1 128 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 112 km
Apr 16, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 137 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 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.4 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in

North Okanagan E has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 25°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (0.9").

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1.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 39.0% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.8% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+39.0%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,005.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.7 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home15.5%

Radio Stations near North Okanagan E

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 E

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Okanagan Heritage Museum
Okanagan Mission (Pandosy's Farm)
Westbank Museum

Libraries in North Okanagan E

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Kelowna Branch0.0
ORL: Lake Country Branch0.0
ORL: Mission Branch0.0
ORL: Rutland Branch0.0
ORL: UBCO Branch0.0
ORL: West Kelowna Branch0.0
ORL: Westside Learning Lab0.0
University of British Columbia Okanagan Library0.0

Farmers Markets in North Okanagan E

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kelowna Farmers Market
O K Drink'n Water Shops Ltd
Oriental Supermarket
Westbank Farmers' Market

Zoos in North Okanagan E

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kangaroo Creek Farm

Breweries in North Okanagan E

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barn Owl Brewing
BNA Brewing
Brittannia Brewing Co.
CRAFT Beer Market
Freddy's Brewing
Grey Fox Brewery
Kettle River Brewing
Kind Brewing
Lake Country Brewing
Tree Brewing
Truck 59 Cider House
Vice & Virtue
Wild Ambition Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in North Okanagan E

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Ski Resorts Near North Okanagan E

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Nickel Plate Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 $0
Apex Mountain Resort 0.0 $0
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

Airports Near North Okanagan E

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelowna International AirportYLWLarge Airport
Penticton AirportYYFMedium Airport
Shuswap Regional AirportYSNMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium Airport
Kelowna Ogopogo Radio ControllersSmall Airport
Mabel Lake AirportSmall Airport
Monte Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Prichard AirstripSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Okanagan E

What is the population of North Okanagan E?

North Okanagan E has a population of 1,092 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,005.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.9% female and 54.1% male.

Is North Okanagan E expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,800, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is North Okanagan E safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Okanagan E?

North Okanagan E has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.1 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in North Okanagan E?

The job market in North Okanagan E faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $669. There are 34 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 41 minutes, and 15.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Okanagan E?

The median home value in North Okanagan E is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,080. The homeownership rate is 82.4%.

How are the schools in North Okanagan E?

1.7% of adults in North Okanagan E hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.0% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in North Okanagan E?

The average commute in North Okanagan E is 41 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.8% use public transit, and 15.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Okanagan E?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Okanagan E is 97.7% White, 1.4% Black or African American. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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