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North Oyster/Yellow Point, BC

British Columbia

North Oyster/Yellow Point is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,320. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,320 Population 57/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

How North Oyster/Yellow Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,320
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty14.1%
Commute25 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units528
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is North Oyster/Yellow Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Oyster/Yellow Point receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. North Oyster/Yellow Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Oyster/Yellow Point is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Oyster/Yellow Point 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 7.3x, 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Oyster/Yellow Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches.

North Oyster/Yellow Point has a population of 1,320 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 4.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents.

Population

1,320
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
23.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

North Oyster/Yellow Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 10.8%

Social Characteristics

North Oyster/Yellow Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Oyster/Yellow Point is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,858 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 41 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Oyster/Yellow Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,858
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in North Oyster/Yellow Point is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 528 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, 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 Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units528

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 Oyster/Yellow Point receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Oyster/Yellow Point 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 Oyster/Yellow Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area23.2 sq mi (60.2 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates49.0481°N, 123.8340°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.15"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

321 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 21, 2025.

Apr 14, 1990 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington M5.0 124 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 75 km
Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 133 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 90 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 113 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 26 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 127 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 108 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 123 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 95 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 81 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 124 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 123 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 67 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 61 km
Jul 1, 2009 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington M4.0 129 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 77 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 125 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 129 km
Mar 6, 2025 14 km SW of Blyn, Washington M3.9 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK Meteorological 38.0 m — 140 km
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 121 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m — 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (108 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 108 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 115 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 126 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 151 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 178 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 8.0 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 5.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in
November 42°F (6°C) 8.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 8.2 in Wettest

North Oyster/Yellow Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 37°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (1.1").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density57/sq mi
Total Area23.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Radio Stations near North Oyster/Yellow Point

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC hits, nanaimo AAC+ 57 kbps
CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC adult hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CHWF-FM "The Wolf 106.9" Nanaimo, BC active rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CKWV-FM 102.3 "The Wave" Nanaimo, BC hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
The Lounge CHPQ-FM 99.9 Parksville — AAC+ 48 kbps
CIBH 88.5 "The Beach" Parksville, BC adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
CHPQ-FM "The Lounge 99.9" Parksville, BC adult standards, classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in North Oyster/Yellow Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BC Forest Discovery Centre
Chemainus Valley Museum
Crofton Old School Museum
Gabriola Museum
Hand of Man Museum
Harbour Heritage Centre
Kaatza Station Museum & Archives
Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum
Ladysmith Museum
Museum of Natural History
Nanaimo Museum
Nanaimo Museum
Protection Island Museum
Vancouver Island Military Museum

Libraries in North Oyster/Yellow Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
305 - Library0.0
VIRL: Chemainus Branch0.0
VIRL: Cowichan Lake Branch0.0
VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch0.0
VIRL: Ladysmith Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in North Oyster/Yellow Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cedar Farmers Market
Chemainus Public Market
Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market
Island Roots

Breweries in North Oyster/Yellow Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Longwood Brewery
Serious Brewing
White Sails Brewery
Wolf Brewery

Ski Resorts Near North Oyster/Yellow Point

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Cypress Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Dakota Ridge Recreation Site 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near North Oyster/Yellow Point

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vancouver International AirportYVRLarge Airport
Victoria International AirportYYJLarge Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Duncan AirportDUQSmall Airport
Long Harbour Airport—Small Airport
Michell Airpark—Small Airport
Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport—Small Airport
Roche Harbor AirportRCESmall Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Squamish AirportYSESmall Airport
Stuart Island AirparkSSWSmall Airport
Stuart Island West Airport—Small Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Oyster/Yellow Point

What is the population of North Oyster/Yellow Point?

North Oyster/Yellow Point has a population of 1,320 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is North Oyster/Yellow Point expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% above 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 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is North Oyster/Yellow Point safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Oyster/Yellow Point?

North Oyster/Yellow Point has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.

How is the job market in North Oyster/Yellow Point?

The unemployment rate in North Oyster/Yellow Point is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 41 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Oyster/Yellow Point?

The median home value in North Oyster/Yellow Point is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in North Oyster/Yellow Point?

32.9% of adults in North Oyster/Yellow Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in North Oyster/Yellow Point?

The average commute in North Oyster/Yellow Point is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Oyster/Yellow Point?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Oyster/Yellow Point is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Nanaimo A, BC 7,481 pop · 1.7 mi Cowichan Valley H, BC 2,603 pop · 2.8 mi Ladysmith, BC 8,990 pop · 4.1 mi Cedar, BC 2,836 pop · 4.8 mi Cowichan Valley G, BC 2,442 pop · 6.4 mi Chase River, BC 2,900 pop · 7.0 mi Saltair, BC 2,069 pop · 7.4 mi South End, BC 2,475 pop · 8.5 mi Gabriola, BC 4,500 pop · 8.5 mi Harewood, BC 8,769 pop · 8.6 mi Nanaimo B, BC 4,500 pop · 9.3 mi Nanaimo C, BC 3,344 pop · 9.3 mi Nanaimo E, BC 6,765 pop · 9.3 mi Nanaimo F, BC 8,216 pop · 9.3 mi
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