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Peace River B, BC

British Columbia

Peace River B is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 5,379. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,379 Population 0/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $53,650 per capita
$376,000 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 11.7% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$376,000 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $376,000
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

How Peace River B Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,379
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$53,650
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty12.8%
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$376,000
Rent$785
Ownership84.9%
Housing Units1,620
Rent Burden11.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,254 ft (687 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute38 min

Is Peace River B a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peace River B receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Peace River B offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peace River B is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peace River B is $376,000, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Peace River B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches.

Peace River B has a population of 5,379 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 33,189.3 square miles. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 61.9% of residents.

Population

5,379
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
33,189.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Peace River B vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 61.9%
21% below US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 37.8%

Social Characteristics

Peace River B vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peace River B is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,650 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,032, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 167 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 44.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Peace River B vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,650
Avg Weekly Wage$1,032

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)167

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home44.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Peace River B is $376,000, 33% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 84.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,620 total housing units in the city. 11.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$376,000
33% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden11.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.9%
Owner-Occupied84.9%
Renter-Occupied15.1%
Housing Units1,620

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, Peace River B receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Peace River B 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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Peace River B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,254 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,254 ft (687 m)
Area33,189.3 sq mi (85,960.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates56.2471°N, 120.7885°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 11, 2025.

Apr 14, 2001 44 km NE of Dawson Creek, Canada M5.3 63 km
Dec 26, 1992 14 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M5.0 13 km
Aug 17, 2015 116 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.6 119 km
Jun 11, 2025 75 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.4 78 km
May 28, 2013 18 km ESE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 15 km
Apr 13, 2024 80 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 83 km
Jan 30, 2023 British Columbia, Canada M4.2 132 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 8 km
Feb 12, 2025 110 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.0 113 km
Sep 29, 2010 94 km WNW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.0 98 km
Oct 4, 2024 52 km WNW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.0 56 km
Jun 12, 2001 5 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 5 km
Jan 9, 1993 13 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 12 km
Jan 23, 1992 8 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 7 km
Jan 9, 1993 14 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 12 km
Jan 30, 1993 15 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 13 km
Feb 11, 1992 16 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 15 km
Jan 9, 1993 17 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.6 16 km
Jul 12, 2016 144 km NNW of Fort St. John, Canada M3.4 146 km
Feb 15, 1992 13 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.4 12 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 1.1 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 0.9 in

Peace River B has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 6°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.8").

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5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area33,189.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home44.3%

Schools in Peace River B

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Robert Ogilvie Elementary School
Duncan Cran Elementary
Anne Roberts Young Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Peace River B

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKFU-FM 100.1 "Moose FM" Fort St. John, BC country MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Peace River B

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort St. John North Peace Museum
Rocky Mtn. Fort

Libraries in Peace River B

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fort St. John Public Library0.0
Taylor Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Peace River B

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fort St. John Farmers Market

Hotels in Peace River B

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus Chateau Fort St. John
Howard Johnson

Gas Stations in Peace River B

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op Cardlock
Smith Fuel Services
UFA Cardlock

Ski Resorts Near Peace River B

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bear Mountain Nordic Ski Trails 0.0 $0
Bear Mountain Ski Hill 0.0 $0
Big Bam 0.0 $0
Beatton Provincial Park 0.0 $0

Airports Near Peace River B

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dawson Creek AirportYDQMedium Airport
Fort St John / North Peace Regional AirportYXJMedium Airport
Flying L Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mile 62 1/2 AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Peace River B

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cecil Lake

Churches & Religious Organizations in Peace River B

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Trinity Covenant Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Peace River B

What is the population of Peace River B?

Peace River B has a population of 5,379 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 33,189.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Peace River B expensive to live in?

The median household income is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $376,000 (33% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Peace River B safe?

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

What is the weather like in Peace River B?

Peace River B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Peace River B?

The unemployment rate in Peace River B is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,032. There are 167 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 44.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Peace River B?

The median home value in Peace River B is $376,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $785. The homeownership rate is 84.9%.

How are the schools in Peace River B?

5.6% of adults in Peace River B hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Peace River B?

The average commute in Peace River B is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 85% of workers drive alone to work, and 44.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Peace River B?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Peace River B is 98.3% White, 0.7% Asian. 61.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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