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Salmon Arm, BC

British Columbia

Salmon Arm is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 19,432. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,432 Population 324/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $48,200 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,010 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 7.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,010/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,010
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19,432
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$48,200
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty10.7%
Commute19 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,010
Ownership77.7%
Housing Units8,105
Rent Burden18.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,375 ft (419 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+4.7%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Salmon Arm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salmon Arm receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Salmon Arm has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salmon Arm is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salmon Arm is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Salmon Arm experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches, including 54.9 inches of snow.

Salmon Arm has a population of 19,432 with a density of 324 people per square mile, spread across 59.9 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.6% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 4.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents.

Population

19,432
Total Population
2021 Census
324
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
59.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Salmon Arm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 8.2%

Social Characteristics

Salmon Arm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salmon Arm is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $927, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 602 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Salmon Arm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,200
Avg Weekly Wage$927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)602

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Salmon Arm is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,010 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 77.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 8,105 total housing units in the city. 18.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,010
13% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.7%
Owner-Occupied77.7%
Renter-Occupied22.3%
Housing Units8,105

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, Salmon Arm receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Salmon Arm 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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Salmon Arm experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 54.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,375 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,375 ft (419 m)
Area59.9 sq mi (155.2 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates50.6998°N, 119.2691°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.4"
36% below US avg
Snowfall 54.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 2, 2024.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 110 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 96 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 110 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 126 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 146 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 128 km
Nov 5, 2000 8 km NW of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.0 146 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 120 km
Aug 2, 2024 11 km ESE of Penticton, Canada M2.7 140 km
Mar 3, 1997 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada M2.7 115 km
Aug 23, 1990 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada M2.7 95 km
Jun 28, 2013 16 km WSW of Penticton, Canada M2.6 146 km
Jul 22, 2007 6 km NE of Penticton, Canada M2.6 133 km
Jun 26, 2010 14 km WSW of Penticton, Canada M2.5 143 km
Jun 18, 2015 7 km E of Penticton, Canada M2.5 135 km
Jul 21, 2007 5 km ENE of Penticton, Canada M2.5 136 km
Apr 20, 2008 4 km ENE of Penticton, Canada M2.5 135 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Summerland, Canada M2.5 131 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 122 km
Jun 20, 1993 28 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M2.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.3 in Wettest
December 26°F (-4°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Salmon Arm has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 26°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.6").

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12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+29.6%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area59.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home16.5%

Colleges & Universities in Salmon Arm

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Okanagan College Salmon Arm Campus — — — — —

Schools in Salmon Arm

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Salmon Arm Secondary - Jackson Campus — — — —
Hillcrest Elementary School — — — —
Bastion Elementary — — — —
South Canoe Elementary — — — —
South Broadview Elementary — — — —
Salmon Arm Secondary — — — —
King's Christian School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Salmon Arm

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJIB-FM "Beach Radio 107.5" Vernon, BC adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Salmon Arm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dreamcycle Motorcycle Museum
Enderby & District Museum and Archives
White Post Auto Museum & Antiques Mall

Libraries in Salmon Arm

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Enderby Branch0.0
ORL: North Shuswap Branch0.0
ORL: Salmon Arm Branch0.0
ORL: Silver Creek Branch0.0
ORL: South Shuswap Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Salmon Arm

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
DeMills
Log Barn
Pedro's Farm Market

Hotels in Salmon Arm

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Salmon Arm
Hilltop Inn Salmon Arm
Prestige Harbourfront Resort, BW Premier Collection
Super 8 by Wyndham Salmon Arm

Cafes in Salmon Arm

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anvil Coffee Collective
Blue Canoe Bakery and Cafe
Java Jive Neighbourhood Bistro
Night Cafe
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Salmon Arm

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ross Street Stage

Clinics in Salmon Arm

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Salmon Arm Health Centre

Dentists in Salmon Arm

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #5436560197
CA #564183146

Gas Stations in Salmon Arm

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Co-op
Shell

Banks in Salmon Arm

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank Of Montreal
CIBC
SASCU
SASCU Uptown Salmon Arm

Shopping Malls in Salmon Arm

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shuswap Park Mall

Gyms in Salmon Arm

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cardio Connection

Breweries in Salmon Arm

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Crannog Ales
Crannog Ales and Left Fields

Ski Resorts Near Salmon Arm

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Silver Star Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Larch Hills Nordic Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sun Peaks Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Drop Zone Terrain Park 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Flight School Terrain Park 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Basic Training Terrain Park 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Salmon Arm

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelowna International AirportYLWLarge Airport
Shuswap Regional AirportYSNMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium Airport
Kelowna Ogopogo Radio Controllers—Small Airport
Mabel Lake Airport—Small Airport
Monte Creek Airstrip—Small Airport
Prichard Airstrip—Small Airport
Ross Creek Airport—Small Airport
Shuswap (Skwlax Field) Airport—Small Airport
Shuswap Lake Estates Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Salmon Arm

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Salmon Arm Main Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salmon Arm

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
5 Corners Pentecostal Church
Christian Reformed Church
First United Church
Lutheran Church Deo LLC
St Josephs Roman Catholic Church
St. Andrew's Church
The Baha’is of Salmon Arm

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Salmon Arm

What is the population of Salmon Arm?

Salmon Arm has a population of 19,432 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 324 people per square mile, spread across 59.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.6% female and 47.4% male.

Is Salmon Arm expensive to live in?

The median household income is $75,000, 0% 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 $1,010 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Salmon Arm safe?

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

What is the weather like in Salmon Arm?

Salmon Arm has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches, with 54.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Salmon Arm?

The unemployment rate in Salmon Arm is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $927. There are 602 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 16.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salmon Arm?

The median home value in Salmon Arm is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,010. The homeownership rate is 77.7%.

How are the schools in Salmon Arm?

12.7% of adults in Salmon Arm hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Salmon Arm?

The average commute in Salmon Arm is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salmon Arm?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salmon Arm is 94.5% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 4.1% Asian. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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