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Okanagan-Similkameen A, BC

British Columbia

Okanagan-Similkameen A is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,139. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
2,139 Population 22/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $50,240 per capita
$800,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 15.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$800,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $800,000
184% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

How Okanagan-Similkameen A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,139
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$50,240
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty11.2%
Commute18 min

Housing

F
Home Value$800,000
Rent$900
Ownership84.1%
Housing Units910
Rent Burden15.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation994 ft (303 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+37.7%
Graduate+4.6%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Okanagan-Similkameen A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Okanagan-Similkameen A receives an overall livability score of 2.2 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. Okanagan-Similkameen A has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Okanagan-Similkameen A is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Okanagan-Similkameen A is $800,000, making it a premium housing market at 184% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, 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

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Okanagan-Similkameen A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow.

Okanagan-Similkameen A has a population of 2,139 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 99.6 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 17% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 69.4% of residents.

Population

2,139
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
99.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Okanagan-Similkameen A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 69.4%
12% below US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 29.0%

Social Characteristics

Okanagan-Similkameen A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Okanagan-Similkameen A is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,240 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $966, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 66 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 24.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Okanagan-Similkameen A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,240
Avg Weekly Wage$966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Okanagan-Similkameen A is $800,000, 184% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 910 total housing units in the city. 15.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$800,000
184% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden15.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.1%
Owner-Occupied84.1%
Renter-Occupied16.5%
Housing Units910

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, Okanagan-Similkameen A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Okanagan-Similkameen A 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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Okanagan-Similkameen A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Area99.6 sq mi (258.0 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates49.0003°N, 119.4628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below US avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.77"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

131 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 10, 2025.

Jun 24, 1997 16 km WNW of Malott, Washington M4.6 77 km
Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 122 km
Sep 1, 2015 15 km N of Nespelem Community, Washington M4.2 84 km
Apr 15, 1991 4 km SE of Pateros, Washington M3.9 112 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 28 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 83 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 146 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 30 km
Jul 4, 1997 8 km NNE of Waterville, Washington M3.7 149 km
Jun 24, 1997 16 km NW of Malott, Washington M3.6 76 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 101 km
Apr 28, 2023 38 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 102 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 59 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 99 km
Jul 24, 2017 Washington M3.3 150 km
Oct 27, 1991 21 km N of Castlegar, Canada M3.3 146 km
Mar 17, 2008 48 km WNW of Granite Falls, Washington M3.3 143 km
Jan 14, 2004 2 km S of Manson, Washington M3.3 137 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 26 km
Feb 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Chelan Falls, Washington M3.2 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 19.8 m (65 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 19.8 m — 107 km
2024 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 14.3 m — 108 km
1944 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 9.1 m — 107 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological 4.8 m — 107 km
1953 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 107 km
1952 COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA Meteorological — — 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Glacier Peak (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 157 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 174 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CARLTON COMPLEX (276,249 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 CARLTON COMPLEX 276,249 91 km
2015 NORTH STAR 218,547 76 km
2020 COLD SPRINGS 187,561 88 km
2015 TUNK BLOCK 180,111 59 km
2015 LIMEBELT 137,098 57 km
2017 DIAMOND CREEK 117,527 64 km
2006 TRIPOD COMPLEX (SPUR PEAK) 115,123 42 km
2003 FAWN PEAK COMPLEX (FAREWELL) 77,444 55 km
2021 CUB CREEK 2 74,601 63 km
2021 WHITMORE 59,925 89 km
2006 TRIPOD COMPLEX (TRIPOD) 59,712 65 km
2021 CEDAR CREEK 58,591 90 km
2015 STICKPIN 54,119 79 km
2018 CRESCENT MOUNTAIN 53,258 100 km
2006 TATOOSH COMPLEX 48,862 83 km
2001 VIRGINIA L 35,780 84 km
2001 ST MARYS 34,914 77 km
2022 PARKS 34,621 89 km
1985 BARKER MT 32,839 34 km
2021 WALKER CREEK 26,165 37 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
March 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in Driest
October 44°F (7°C) 0.9 in
November 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 1.7 in

Okanagan-Similkameen A has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 23°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.8") and September the driest (0.9").

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10.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 77.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+37.7%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area99.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.8%

Museums in Okanagan-Similkameen A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
OLD OROVILLE DEPOT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1210 IRONWOOD ST
Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre
Oliver & District Heritage Society Museum
Osoyoos Desert Society
The Village

Libraries in Okanagan-Similkameen A

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Oliver Branch0.0
ORL: Osoyoos Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Okanagan-Similkameen A

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Osoyoos Market on Main
Valley Best Produce Fruit Market

Ski Resorts Near Okanagan-Similkameen A

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Cell Towers in Okanagan-Similkameen A

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Pickens Mtn) 270 U Swanson Mill RoadMTOWER34
(Pickens Mtn) 270 U Swanson Mill RoadMTOWER34
1 Mi SE of Ellisford (102743)MTOWER26
1 Mi SE of Ellisford (102743)MTOWER26
Summit Street (102568)MTOWER15
Summit Street (102568)MTOWER15

Airports Near Okanagan-Similkameen A

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Penticton AirportYYFMedium Airport
Dickson Field—Small Airport
Dorothy Scott Airport—Small Airport
Fowler Field—Small Airport
Hart Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Lockwood Dry Coulee Airport—Small Airport
Methow Valley State Airport—Small Airport
Midway Airport—Small Airport
Okanogan Legion Airport—Small Airport
Oliver Airport—Small Airport
Omak AirportOMKSmall Airport
Osoyoos Airport—Small Airport
Port Field—Small Airport
Sourdough Airport—Small Airport
Tonasket Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Twisp Municipal Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Okanagan-Similkameen A

What is the population of Okanagan-Similkameen A?

Okanagan-Similkameen A has a population of 2,139 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 99.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 51.2% male.

Is Okanagan-Similkameen A expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $800,000 (184% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Okanagan-Similkameen A safe?

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

What is the weather like in Okanagan-Similkameen A?

Okanagan-Similkameen A has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Okanagan-Similkameen A?

The job market in Okanagan-Similkameen A faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $966. There are 66 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 24.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Okanagan-Similkameen A?

The median home value in Okanagan-Similkameen A is $800,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 84.1%.

How are the schools in Okanagan-Similkameen A?

10.7% of adults in Okanagan-Similkameen A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Okanagan-Similkameen A?

The average commute in Okanagan-Similkameen A is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Okanagan-Similkameen A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Okanagan-Similkameen A is 81.8% White, 17% Asian. 69.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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