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Peachland, BC

British Columbia · Kelowna Metro

Peachland is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 5,789. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
5,789 Population 931/sq mi density
$81,000 Median Income $49,920 per capita
$700,000 Home Value
$1,230 Median Rent 20.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$81,000 median income, 10.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$700,000 home value, $1,230/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,000
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $700,000
148% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,230
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

How Peachland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,789
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density931/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,000
Per Capita$49,920
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty9.9%
Commute29 min

Housing

D
Home Value$700,000
Rent$1,230
Ownership81.8%
Housing Units2,690
Rent Burden20.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,342 ft (409 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+31.5%
Graduate+4.3%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Peachland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peachland 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. Peachland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peachland is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peachland is $700,000, making it a premium housing market at 148% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,230 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.6x, 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

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Peachland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches, including 29.4 inches of snow.

Peachland has a population of 5,789 with a density of 931 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.3% of residents.

Population

5,789
Total Population
2021 Census
931
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Peachland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.3%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 10.1%

Social Characteristics

Peachland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peachland is $81,000, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,920 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 179 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 22.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Peachland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,000
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,920
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)179

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home22.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Peachland is $700,000, 148% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,230 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 81.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,690 total housing units in the city. 20.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$700,000
148% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,230
6% above US avg
Rent Burden20.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.8%
Owner-Occupied81.8%
Renter-Occupied18.2%
Housing Units2,690

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, Peachland receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Peachland 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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Peachland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 29.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,342 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,342 ft (409 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²)
Population Density931/sq mi
Coordinates49.7686°N, 119.7463°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.2"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 29.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.73"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

88 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 44 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 73 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 63 km
Mar 3, 1998 16 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.8 121 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 58 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 57 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 48 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 91 km
Apr 28, 2023 38 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 102 km
Apr 20, 2025 8 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 113 km
Apr 13, 2025 7 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.2 114 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 44 km
Mar 3, 1998 15 km NNE of Grand Forks, Canada M3.2 124 km
May 28, 2022 55 km NE of Marblemount, Washington M3.2 132 km
May 15, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 112 km
Apr 13, 2025 6 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 114 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 80 km
Nov 25, 2000 13 km SSE of Oroville, Washington M3.1 108 km
Apr 16, 2025 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington M3.1 113 km
Jan 5, 1994 13 km WSW of Conconully, Washington M3.0 140 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 15 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Baker (186 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: EAGLE BLUFF (16,499 ac, 2023).

Year Name Acres Distance
2023 EAGLE BLUFF 16,499 93 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,385 83 km
2015 NEWBY LAKE 5,794 89 km
2015 9 MILE 5,052 95 km
2023 CRATER CREEK 4,837 89 km
2007 LITTLE CHOPAKA 4,406 89 km
1994 UNNAMED 3,324 90 km
2003 UNNAMED 1,697 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
March 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Peachland has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 27°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.7") and March the driest (0.9").

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10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.5% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+31.5%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density931/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home22.3%

Schools in Peachland

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Peachland Elementary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Peachland

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 Peachland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Peachland Museum
Summerland Museum and Archives
Westbank Museum

Libraries in Peachland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Naramata Branch0.0
ORL: Peachland Branch0.0
ORL: Summerland Branch0.0
ORL: West Kelowna Branch0.0
ORL: Westside Learning Lab0.0

Farmers Markets in Peachland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Westbank Farmers' Market

Hotels in Peachland

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edgewater Inn

Cafes in Peachland

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bliss Bakery

Monuments in Peachland

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Peachland Cenotaph

Dentists in Peachland

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Peachland Dental Centre

Gas Stations in Peachland

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada

Breweries in Peachland

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Abandoned Rail Brewing Co.
CRAFT Beer Market
Kind Brewing
Millionaires' Row Cider Co.
Tree Brewing
Truck 59 Cider House

Ski Resorts Near Peachland

6 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 — — —
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 — — —

Airports Near Peachland

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelowna International AirportYLWLarge Airport
Penticton AirportYYFMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium Airport
Douglas Lake AirportDGFSmall Airport
Kelowna Ogopogo Radio Controllers—Small Airport
Oliver Airport—Small Airport
Osoyoos Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Peachland

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Peachland

Churches & Religious Organizations in Peachland

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Peachland Baptist Church
Peachland United Church
St. Margaret's Anglican Church

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peachland

What is the population of Peachland?

Peachland has a population of 5,789 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 931 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Peachland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $81,000, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $700,000 (148% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,230 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Peachland safe?

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

What is the weather like in Peachland?

Peachland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.2 inches, with 29.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Peachland?

The job market in Peachland faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 179 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 22.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Peachland?

The median home value in Peachland is $700,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,230. The homeownership rate is 81.8%.

How are the schools in Peachland?

10.9% of adults in Peachland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.5% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Peachland?

The average commute in Peachland is 29 minutes. 84.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Peachland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Peachland is 96.2% White, 0.5% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian. 88.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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