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Spallumcheen, BC

British Columbia

Spallumcheen is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 5,307. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,307 Population 54/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $47,640 per capita
$640,000 Home Value
$1,150 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 6.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$640,000 home value, $1,150/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $640,000
127% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,307
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$47,640
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty11.7%
Commute25 min

Housing

C
Home Value$640,000
Rent$1,150
Ownership80.9%
Housing Units2,040
Rent Burden17.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+36.9%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Spallumcheen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spallumcheen receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Spallumcheen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spallumcheen is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% 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 Spallumcheen is $640,000, making it a premium housing market at 127% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, 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

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Spallumcheen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow.

Spallumcheen has a population of 5,307 with a density of 54 people per square mile, spread across 98.4 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.3% of residents.

Population

5,307
Total Population
2021 Census
54
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
98.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Spallumcheen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 7.0%

Social Characteristics

Spallumcheen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spallumcheen is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,640 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $916, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 165 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 25.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Spallumcheen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,640
Avg Weekly Wage$916

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)165

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Spallumcheen is $640,000, 127% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 80.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,040 total housing units in the city. 17.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$640,000
127% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.9%
Owner-Occupied80.9%
Renter-Occupied18.9%
Housing Units2,040

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, Spallumcheen receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Spallumcheen 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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Spallumcheen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,378 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)
Area98.4 sq mi (254.9 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates50.4015°N, 119.2204°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.0"
50% below US avg
Snowfall 42.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.40"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Jul 19, 2025.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 91 km
Sep 10, 2016 23 km E of Oliver, Canada M3.9 133 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 84 km
Jan 26, 1992 9 km SSE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.7 128 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 128 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 128 km
Aug 20, 1990 23 km NW of Nelson, Canada M3.3 147 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 91 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 148 km
Mar 19, 1998 31 km SSW of Nakusp, Canada M3.0 105 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 124 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 104 km
Nov 5, 2000 8 km NW of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.0 114 km
Dec 23, 1997 16 km ESE of Okanagan Falls, Canada M2.9 121 km
Feb 3, 1994 31 km ENE of Osoyoos, Canada M2.9 145 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 95 km
Mar 3, 1997 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada M2.7 85 km
Aug 2, 2024 11 km ESE of Penticton, Canada M2.7 108 km
Jan 18, 2012 4 km S of Okanagan Falls, Canada M2.7 124 km
Aug 23, 1990 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada M2.7 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
November 33°F (1°C) 2.4 in Wettest
December 24°F (-4°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Spallumcheen has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 24°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.2").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.9% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+36.9%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area98.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home25.4%

Radio Stations near Spallumcheen

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Spallumcheen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Enderby & District Museum and Archives
O'Keefe Ranch
Okanagan Science Centre
Vernon Museum & Archives

Libraries in Spallumcheen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORL: Armstrong0.0
ORL: Enderby Branch0.0
ORL: Silver Creek Branch0.0
ORL: Vernon Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Spallumcheen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Log Barn

Hotels in Spallumcheen

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lord Aberdeen Hotel
The Bulldog Hotel
Vance Creek Hotel

Breweries in Spallumcheen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Marten Brewing Co.
Okanagan Spring Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Spallumcheen

10 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Big White Ski Resort 0.0 $0
McCulloch Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 $0
Telemark Cross-Country Ski Trails Recreation Site 0.0 $0
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 Spallumcheen

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelowna International AirportYLWLarge Airport
Shuswap Regional AirportYSNMedium Airport
Vernon Regional AirportYVEMedium Airport
Kelowna Ogopogo Radio ControllersSmall Airport
Mabel Lake AirportSmall Airport
Monte Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Prichard AirstripSmall Airport
Ross Creek AirportSmall Airport
Shuswap (Skwlax Field) AirportSmall Airport
Shuswap Lake Estates AirfieldSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spallumcheen

What is the population of Spallumcheen?

Spallumcheen has a population of 5,307 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 98.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Spallumcheen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $640,000 (127% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Spallumcheen safe?

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

What is the weather like in Spallumcheen?

Spallumcheen 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 74°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches, with 42.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Spallumcheen?

The unemployment rate in Spallumcheen is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $916. There are 165 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 25.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Spallumcheen?

The median home value in Spallumcheen is $640,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,150. The homeownership rate is 80.9%.

How are the schools in Spallumcheen?

7.8% of adults in Spallumcheen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.9% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Spallumcheen?

The average commute in Spallumcheen is 25 minutes. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 25.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Spallumcheen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Spallumcheen is 98.5% White, 0.9% Asian. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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