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Osoyoos, BC
British Columbia
Osoyoos is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,426. Residents earn $73,000 per year, which is 3% below the national average.
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How Osoyoos Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Osoyoos a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Osoyoos receives an overall livability score of 2.3 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. Osoyoos has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Osoyoos is $73,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.8% 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 Osoyoos 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 7.7x, 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
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Osoyoos 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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Osoyoos vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Osoyoos vs U.S. Average
Income: Osoyoos vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $73,000 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,700 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $840 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.0% |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 44 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 18.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 78.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.3% |
| Housing Units | 570 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Osoyoos 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 | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 50.3 sq mi (130.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.0331°N, 119.4524°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 108 km |
| 2024 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 14.3 m | — | 109 km |
| 1944 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 9.1 m | — | 108 km |
| 1953 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | 4.8 m | — | 108 km |
| 1953 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 108 km |
| 1952 | COLUMBIA RIVER VALLEY, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Glacier Peak (159 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 159 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 175 km |
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 |
Osoyoos 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").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.3% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 28.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Total Area | 50.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |
Radio Stations near Osoyoos
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Osoyoos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD OROVILLE DEPOT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1210 IRONWOOD ST | ||
| Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre | ||||
| Oliver & District Heritage Society Museum | ||||
| Osoyoos Desert Society | ||||
| The Village |
Libraries in Osoyoos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORL: Oliver Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| ORL: Osoyoos Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Osoyoos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osoyoos Market on Main | |||||
| Valley Best Produce Fruit Market |
Hotels in Osoyoos
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Osoyoos
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Osoyoos
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Osoyoos
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Osoyoos
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Osoyoos
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Osoyoos
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Osoyoos
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Osoyoos
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 Osoyoos
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| (Pickens Mtn) 270 U Swanson Mill Road | MTOWER | 34 |
| (Pickens Mtn) 270 U Swanson Mill Road | MTOWER | 34 |
| 1 Mi SE of Ellisford (102743) | MTOWER | 26 |
| 1 Mi SE of Ellisford (102743) | MTOWER | 26 |
| Summit Street (102568) | MTOWER | 15 |
| Summit Street (102568) | MTOWER | 15 |
Airports Near Osoyoos
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Penticton Airport | YYF | Medium 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 Airport | OMK | Small Airport |
| Osoyoos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Port Field | — | Small Airport |
| Sourdough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tonasket Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Twisp Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Osoyoos
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Desert | |
| Osoyoos Post Office |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Osoyoos
What is the population of Osoyoos?
Osoyoos has a population of 1,426 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 50.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.6% female and 54.7% male.
Is Osoyoos expensive to live in?
The median household income is $73,000, 3% below 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 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Osoyoos safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Osoyoos receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Osoyoos?
Osoyoos 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 Osoyoos?
The job market in Osoyoos faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $840. There are 44 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 17.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Osoyoos?
The median home value in Osoyoos is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 78.1%.
How are the schools in Osoyoos?
8.3% of adults in Osoyoos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Osoyoos?
The average commute in Osoyoos is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of Osoyoos?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Osoyoos is 97.6% White, 1.6% Asian. 94% of residents speak only English at home.