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qathet C, BC

British Columbia

qathet C is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,197. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,197 Population 9/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $39,040 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 19.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 247 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 12.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,197
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$39,040
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty16.7%
Commute25 min

Housing

C
Home Value$500,000
Rent$800
Ownership75.5%
Housing Units1,020
Rent Burden19.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+29.2%
Graduate+4.2%

Community

Commute25 min

Is qathet C a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, qathet C 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, an elevated poverty rate. qathet C has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in qathet C is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in qathet C is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

qathet C experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches.

qathet C has a population of 2,197 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 247.9 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 3.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.1% of residents.

Population

2,197
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
247.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

qathet C vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish 2.7%
80% below US avg
Other Languages 6.2%

Social Characteristics

qathet C vs U.S. Average

The median household income in qathet C is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,040. The average weekly wage is $751, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 68 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 26.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: qathet C vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,040
Avg Weekly Wage$751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home26.5%

Walkability

The median home value in qathet C is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,020 total housing units in the city. 19.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden19.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.5%
Owner-Occupied75.5%
Renter-Occupied24.5%
Housing Units1,020

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, qathet C receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: qathet C 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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qathet C experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area247.9 sq mi (642.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates49.8420°N, 124.5188°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.24"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

80 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 1, 2025.

Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 111 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 72 km
Aug 1, 2000 40 km NNW of Tofino, Canada M4.6 122 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 93 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 130 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 119 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 45 km
May 8, 1999 17 km NW of Tofino, Canada M4.0 129 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 129 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 104 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 91 km
Feb 18, 2017 103 km NE of Campbell River, Canada M3.9 104 km
Jun 19, 2017 21 km SSW of Vernon, Canada M3.9 142 km
Sep 5, 2017 9 km NNE of Ucluelet, Canada M3.8 115 km
Oct 4, 2024 22 km NNE of Ganges, Canada M3.6 120 km
Aug 17, 2011 37 km NNW of Tofino, Canada M3.5 115 km
Nov 10, 2001 6 km SSE of Point Roberts, Washington M3.4 147 km
Jun 13, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M3.4 93 km
Feb 15, 2015 30 km NNE of Sechelt, Canada M3.4 68 km
Oct 20, 2001 40 km NNW of Tofino, Canada M3.2 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 29 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m - 62 km
2020 ELLIOT CREEK, BC Meteorological - - 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cayley Volcanic Field (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 94 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 109 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 109 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 114 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 6.2 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 4.6 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 7.2 in Wettest
December 37°F (3°C) 6.5 in

qathet C has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (1.8").

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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+29.2%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area247.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home26.5%

Radio Stations near qathet C

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCP 98.9 "Jet FM" Courtenay, BC active rock AAC+ 57 kbps
CFPW 95.7 "Coast FM" Powell River, BC classic hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CKLR-FM 97.3 "The Eagle" Courtenay, BC hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in qathet C

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Forestry Building
qathet Museum and Archives Society
Texada Island Museum
Townsite Heritage Society

Libraries in qathet C

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Powell River Public Library0.0

Hotels in qathet C

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Beyond Bliss Suites & Spa
Town Centre Hotel

Cafes in qathet C

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jay's Place Cafe
Starbucks
Tim Hortons

Dentists in qathet C

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Burnaby Street Dentist

Gas Stations in qathet C

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Banks in qathet C

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank

Gyms in qathet C

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Breweries in qathet C

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Townsite Brewing

Airports Near qathet C

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comox Valley International Airport / CFB ComoxYQQMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Alberni Valley Regional AirportYPBSmall Airport
Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport-Small Airport
Courtenay AirparkYCASmall Airport
Moh Creek Airport-Small Airport
Smit Field-Small Airport
Stuart Island AirstripYRRSmall Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

Post Offices in qathet C

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Powell River Town Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in qathet C

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Frequently Asked Questions About qathet C

What is the population of qathet C?

qathet C has a population of 2,197 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 247.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 51% male.

Is qathet C expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is qathet C safe?

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

What is the weather like in qathet C?

qathet C has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches.

How is the job market in qathet C?

The job market in qathet C faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $751. There are 68 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 26.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in qathet C?

The median home value in qathet C is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 75.5%.

How are the schools in qathet C?

10.1% of adults in qathet C hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in qathet C?

The average commute in qathet C is 25 minutes. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.7% use public transit, and 26.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of qathet C?

The racial and ethnic makeup of qathet C is 95.4% White, 3.2% Asian. 91.1% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

qathet B, BC 1,664 pop · 0.3 mi Powell River, BC 13,943 pop · 0.7 mi qathet D, BC 1,126 pop · 6.1 mi qathet A, BC 1,250 pop · 14.5 mi Comox Valley A, BC 7,926 pop · 18.7 mi Hornby Island, BC 1,100 pop · 22.3 mi Comox Valley B, BC 7,392 pop · 23.0 mi Comox Valley C, BC 9,158 pop · 23.0 mi Royston, BC 1,616 pop · 23.4 mi Denman Island Trust Area, BC 1,165 pop · 23.6 mi Courtenay, BC 28,420 pop · 23.8 mi Denman Island, BC 1,020 pop · 25.2 mi Puntledge, BC 1,387 pop · 25.6 mi South Pender Harbour, BC 1,187 pop · 26.8 mi
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