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Redstone, BC

British Columbia

Redstone is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 181. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
181 Population 136/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty14.1%
Commute25 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units72
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation2,723 ft (830 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Redstone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redstone receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Redstone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Redstone is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Redstone 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 7.3x, 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Redstone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches.

Redstone has a population of 181 with a density of 136 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 4.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents.

Population

181
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Redstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 10.8%

Social Characteristics

Redstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redstone is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,858 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 6 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Redstone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,858
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)6

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Redstone is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 72 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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 Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units72

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, Redstone receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Redstone 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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Redstone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,723 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.0°F
31% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,723 ft (830 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates52.1331°N, 123.7030°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.3"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 4.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.77"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Jun 23, 1990.

Jun 23, 1990 130 km SW of Hanceville, Canada M3.0 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 ELLIOT CREEK, BC Meteorological — — 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bridge River Cones (150 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 150 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 168 km
Silverthrone Caldera 3,160 m (10,367 ft) Unknown 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-11°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
May 47°F (9°C) 1.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
July 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
October 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 1.3 in

Redstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 11°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.8") and March the driest (0.5").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Airports Near Redstone

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alexis Creek Ranch Private Airport—Small Airport
Chilko Lake (Tsylos Park Lodge) AirportCJHSmall Airport
Elkin Creek Guest Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Puntzi Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Scum Lake Airport—Small Airport
The Hill Airstrip—Small Airport
Tsuniah Lake Lodge Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Redstone

What is the population of Redstone?

Redstone has a population of 181 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Redstone expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% above 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 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Redstone safe?

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

What is the weather like in Redstone?

Redstone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Redstone?

The unemployment rate in Redstone is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 6 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Redstone?

The median home value in Redstone is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Redstone?

32.9% of adults in Redstone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Redstone?

The average commute in Redstone is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Redstone?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Redstone is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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