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Pouce Coupe, BC

British Columbia

Pouce Coupe is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 762. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
762 Population 959/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $64,000 per capita
$256,000 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 9.4% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 16.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$256,000 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,000
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.9%
369% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population762
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density959/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$64,000
Unemployment16.9%
Poverty8.8%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,000
Rent$1,072
Ownership95.2%
Housing Units315
Rent Burden9.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,136 ft (651 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+33.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Pouce Coupe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pouce Coupe 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. Pouce Coupe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pouce Coupe is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 16.9%, unemployment is notably high. 8.8% 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 Pouce Coupe is $256,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pouce Coupe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches.

Pouce Coupe has a population of 762 with a density of 959 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.1% of residents.

Population

762
Total Population
2021 Census
959
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Pouce Coupe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

Pouce Coupe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pouce Coupe is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $64,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,231, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 24 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pouce Coupe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.9%
369% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Pouce Coupe is $256,000, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 95.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 315 total housing units in the city. 9.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,000
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Rent Burden9.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.2%
Owner-Occupied95.2%
Renter-Occupied6.4%
Housing Units315

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, Pouce Coupe receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pouce Coupe 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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Pouce Coupe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,136 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,136 ft (651 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density959/sq mi
Coordinates55.7166°N, 120.1362°W
TimezoneAmerica/Dawson_Creek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below US avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.15"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 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 45 km
Dec 26, 1992 14 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M5.0 82 km
Jun 11, 2025 75 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.4 149 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 75 km
May 28, 2013 18 km ESE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 60 km
Oct 4, 2024 52 km WNW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.0 120 km
Jun 12, 2001 5 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 76 km
Jan 9, 1993 13 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 79 km
Jan 23, 1992 8 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 77 km
Jan 9, 1993 14 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 78 km
Feb 11, 1992 16 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 82 km
Jan 30, 1993 15 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 78 km
Jan 9, 1993 17 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.6 83 km
Feb 15, 1992 13 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.4 80 km
Mar 5, 2008 8 km E of Fort St. John, Canada M3.3 70 km
May 3, 1995 36 km E of Sexsmith, Canada M3.3 126 km
Sep 24, 2000 5 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M3.2 79 km
Oct 3, 2001 British Columbia, Canada M3.2 82 km
May 25, 2003 12 km NNW of Fort St. John, Canada M3.0 86 km
Jan 23, 1992 9 km N of Fort St. John, Canada M2.8 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.8 in
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 1.1 in

Pouce Coupe has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 7°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (0.8").

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4.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+33.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density959/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Radio Stations near Pouce Coupe

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Pouce Coupe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NAR Railway Station Museum

Libraries in Pouce Coupe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dawson Creek Municipal Library0.0
Pouce Coupe Municipal Library0.0

Gas Stations in Pouce Coupe

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Ski Resorts Near Pouce Coupe

3 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 — — —

Airports Near Pouce Coupe

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dawson Creek AirportYDQMedium Airport
Fort St John / North Peace Regional AirportYXJMedium Airport
Beaverlodge / Clanachan Field—Small Airport
Beaverlodge Airport—Small Airport
Carlstads Airstrip—Small Airport
Flying L Ranch Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Pouce Coupe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pouce Coupe

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pouce Coupe

What is the population of Pouce Coupe?

Pouce Coupe has a population of 762 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 959 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 52% female and 48.7% male.

Is Pouce Coupe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,000 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pouce Coupe safe?

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

What is the weather like in Pouce Coupe?

Pouce Coupe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pouce Coupe?

The job market in Pouce Coupe faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,231. There are 24 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 6.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pouce Coupe?

The median home value in Pouce Coupe is $256,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 95.2%.

How are the schools in Pouce Coupe?

4.3% of adults in Pouce Coupe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pouce Coupe?

The average commute in Pouce Coupe is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pouce Coupe?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pouce Coupe is 97.2% White. 96.1% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Dawson Creek, BC 12,323 pop · 5.0 mi Peace River D, BC 4,793 pop · 11.3 mi Peace River C, BC 5,947 pop · 27.3 mi Saddle Hills County, AB 2,338 pop · 28.3 mi Peace River E, BC 2,660 pop · 30.9 mi Taylor, BC 1,317 pop · 36.8 mi Beaverlodge, AB 2,271 pop · 44.1 mi Peace River B, BC 5,379 pop · 44.5 mi Fort St. John, BC 21,465 pop · 46.1 mi Tumbler Ridge, BC 2,399 pop · 52.7 mi Wembley, AB 1,432 pop · 55.4 mi Chetwynd, BC 2,302 pop · 58.4 mi Sexsmith, AB 2,427 pop · 58.6 mi Clairmont, AB 2,799 pop · 61.3 mi
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