Semiahmoo, BC
British Columbia · Vancouver Metro
Semiahmoo is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 71. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
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How Semiahmoo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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C+Climate
Education
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Is Semiahmoo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Semiahmoo receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Semiahmoo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Semiahmoo 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 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Semiahmoo 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
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Semiahmoo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Semiahmoo vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Semiahmoo vs U.S. Average
Income: Semiahmoo 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
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 40.0% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 27.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 33.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.3% |
| Housing Units | 30 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Semiahmoo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.0108°N, 122.7650°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | — | 75 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 125 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 110 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 74 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 95 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 157 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 8.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 7.6 in |
Semiahmoo has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 37°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.4") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 25.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 38.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 40.0% |
Schools in Semiahmoo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Meridian Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Grandview Heights Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Semiahmoo
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80's New Wave Radio | 80's, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream | blues, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC | 13 languages, multicultural | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC | smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 | abbotsford, punjab | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CITR - University of British Columbia | campus radio, eclectic | AAC | |
| CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC | new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Ritmo X99 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC | campus radio, student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Bonita X101 | 2000s, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| KARI-AM 550 (US) | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC | classic hits, community radio | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RED FM | media discussion, punjabi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CIVL-FM 103.9 University of the Fraser Valley - Abbotsford, BC | campus radio, university radio | MP3 | |
| Praise 106.5 (US) | christian contemporary | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Semiahmoo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FERNDALE FOSSIL COMPANY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3603844209 | $152,326 | |
| DRAYTON HARBOR MARITIME | GENERAL MUSEUM | $28,916 | ||
| OLD SETTLERS ASSOCIATION OF WHATCOM COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $22,118 | ||
| FERNDALE HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2004 CHERRY STREET | 3603846461 | |
| HILL HOUSE MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2093696073 | ||
| LUMMI INDIAN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3603842246 | ||
| SEMIHMOO LIGHTHOUSE RESURRECTION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| Anvil Centre | ||||
| Archery Museum | ||||
| BC Farm Museum | ||||
| Canadian Historical Railroad Association | ||||
| Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame | ||||
| Canadian Museum of Flight | ||||
| Cloverdale Station | ||||
| Cloverdale Station | ||||
| Fort Langley | ||||
| Fort Langley CN Station | ||||
| Fraser River Discovery Centre | ||||
| Haney House | ||||
| Irving House | ||||
| Mackin Heritage House | ||||
| Maple Ridge Museum | ||||
| Museum of Surrey | ||||
| Museum of Surrey | ||||
| Nature House at Red Barn | ||||
| New Westminster Museum | ||||
| Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre | ||||
| Pitt Meadows Art Gallery | ||||
| Pitt Meadows Museum General Store | ||||
| Pitt Meadows Museum Hoffman | ||||
| S.P.A.R.C. Museum | ||||
| Stewart Farmhouse | ||||
| Stewart Farmhouse | ||||
| Surrey Archives | ||||
| Surrey Archives | ||||
| The General Store | ||||
| The Samson V Museum | ||||
| White Rock Museum & Archives | ||||
| White Rock Museum & Archives |
Libraries in Semiahmoo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHATCOM COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM | 5205 NORTHWEST DRIVE | 0.0 | 840,298 | |||
| BCIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| BCIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bob Prittie Metrotown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: Tommy Douglas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brookswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnaby South Library Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnaby South Library Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPL: Poirier Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Dean Drysdale Library - Walnut Grove | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fort Langley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fraser Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fraser Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: City of Langley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: George Mackie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Maple Ridge Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Murrayville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Pitt Meadows Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Terry Fox Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Muriel Arnason Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Norma Marion Alloway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NWPL: New Westminster Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NWPL: Queensborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NWPL: Queensborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ocean Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SE 14 | 0.0 | |||||
| Semiahmoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Semiahmoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: City Centre Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Clayton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Clayton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Cloverdale Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Guildford Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Port Kells Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| White Rock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Semiahmoo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market | |||||
| Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market | |||||
| Burnaby Farmer's Market | |||||
| Burnaby Farmer's Market | |||||
| Ferndale Farmers Market | Riverwalk Park | ||||
| Fort Langley Village Farmers' Market | |||||
| New West Famers Market | |||||
| New West Famers Market | |||||
| Poirier Street Farmer's Market | |||||
| River Market | |||||
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| White Rock Farmers' Market |
Monuments in Semiahmoo
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Semiahmoo
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Semiahmoo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| Boardwalk Brewery | ||||
| Camp Beer | ||||
| Central City Brewers & Distillers | ||||
| Dageraad Brewing | ||||
| Dageraad Brewing | ||||
| Dead Frog Brewery | ||||
| Farm Country Brewing | ||||
| Five Roads Brewing | ||||
| Foamers' Folly Brewing | ||||
| Frank & Stein Dogs & Draft | American, Hot Dogs, Ferndale, WA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Ferndale Brewers, (1), , wholesale, ma | 2030 Main St | 3603830707 | |
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Hillcrest Brewing | ||||
| Hillcrest Brewing | ||||
| Locality Brewing | ||||
| Maple Meadows Brewing | ||||
| Northpaw Brewing | ||||
| Ridge Brewing | ||||
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| Steel & Oak Brewing | ||||
| Steel & Oak Brewing | ||||
| The Beer Shack | ||||
| The Patch Brewery Laity Farms | ||||
| Tinhouse Brewing | ||||
| Trading Post Brewery and Tasting Room | ||||
| Wheels and Wine | Brewery Tours, Wine Tours & Tastings, Tours, Food & Drink | 6224 Malloy Ave | 13602241016 | |
| White Rock Beach Beer Brewery | ||||
| White Rock Beach Beer Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Semiahmoo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Stadium | ||
| Stetson Bowl |
Ski Resorts Near Semiahmoo
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Seymour | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grouse Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Cell Towers in Semiahmoo
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 6065 Kickerville Road (11408) | LTOWER | 63 |
| 6065 Kickerville Road (11408) | LTOWER | 63 |
| 5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358) | MTOWER | 45 |
| 5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358) | MTOWER | 45 |
Superfund Sites Near Semiahmoo
3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BP CHERRY POINT REFINERY | 4519 GRANDVIEW RD | WHATCOM |
| CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY | 3901 UNICK RD | WHATCOM |
| CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY | 3901 UNICK RD | WHATCOM |
Airports Near Semiahmoo
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Abbotsford International Airport | YXX | Medium Airport |
| Bellingham International Airport | BLI | Medium Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Orcas Island Airport | ESD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Whidbey Island Naval Air Station (Ault Field) | NUW | Medium Airport |
| Acme Field | — | Small Airport |
| Allan Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anacortes Airport | OTS | Small Airport |
| Barker Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bayview Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Becker's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blakely Island Airport | BYW | Small Airport |
| Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone | — | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Butler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Center Island Airport | CWS | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cypress Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur /Jones/ Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur Shores Airport | DTR | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Eliza Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Floathaven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Horse Fly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| J C's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| King Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Shaw Island AIrport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinclair Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skagit Regional Airport | MVW | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airpark | SSW | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Semiahmoo
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bayshore Therapy & Rehabilitation | ||
| Canadian Addiction Treatment Centre | ||
| John Volken Academy | ||
| New Westminster Mental Health and Substance Use Services | ||
| Sea Mar Community Health Centers - Whatcom County | Both | 360-734-5458 |
| Synergy Rehab | ||
| Timber Creek Tertiary Care Facility | ||
| Westminster House |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Semiahmoo
What is the population of Semiahmoo?
Semiahmoo has a population of 71 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 139 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.7% female and 46.7% male.
Is Semiahmoo 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 Semiahmoo safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Semiahmoo receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Semiahmoo?
Semiahmoo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches.
How is the job market in Semiahmoo?
The unemployment rate in Semiahmoo 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 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 39 minutes, and 40.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Semiahmoo?
The median home value in Semiahmoo is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 33.3%.
How are the schools in Semiahmoo?
0.0% of adults in Semiahmoo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Semiahmoo?
The average commute in Semiahmoo is 39 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 40.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Semiahmoo?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Semiahmoo is 100% White. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home.
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