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Spatsum, BC

British Columbia

Spatsum is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 22. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
22 Population 41/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
43°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 Spatsum Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population22
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density41/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 Units9
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain14.6 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation1,650 ft (503 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Spatsum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spatsum 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. Spatsum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spatsum 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 Spatsum 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

Spatsum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow.

Spatsum has a population of 22 with a density of 41 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 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

22
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Spatsum 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

Spatsum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spatsum 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 1 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Spatsum 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)1

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 Spatsum 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 9 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 Units9

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, Spatsum receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Spatsum 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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Spatsum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°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 14.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,650 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,650 ft (503 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates50.5498°N, 121.3026°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.6"
62% below US avg
Snowfall 5.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.69"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Feb 7, 2022.

Aug 17, 2002 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M4.5 97 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 139 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 79 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 120 km
Mar 8, 1992 27 km SW of Princeton, Canada M3.4 148 km
Aug 12, 2011 38 km NNE of Maple Ridge, Canada M3.3 137 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 97 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 117 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 119 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 117 km
Jul 17, 2016 41 km NNE of Maple Ridge, Canada M2.9 134 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 123 km
May 16, 2018 20 km SW of Whistler, Canada M2.8 145 km
Mar 3, 1997 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada M2.7 149 km
May 8, 2016 29 km N of Mission, Canada M2.7 145 km
Aug 2, 1990 27 km SE of Hope, Canada M2.6 148 km
Sep 11, 2000 40 km NNW of Agassiz, Canada M2.6 125 km
Jan 25, 2020 5 km NW of Agassiz, Canada M2.5 147 km
Jun 13, 2007 15 km WSW of Hope, Canada M2.5 137 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 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 131 km
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 15 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi Lake (139 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 139 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 144 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 148 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 150 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 155 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
March 35°F (1°C) 0.7 in Driest
April 42°F (6°C) 0.7 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 1.5 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in

Spatsum has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 22°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.7") and March the driest (0.7").

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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 Density41/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Museums in Spatsum

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashcroft Museum

Libraries in Spatsum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TNRL: Ashcroft Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Spatsum

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kane Valley Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 $0
Logan Lake Trails 0.0 $0
Big Bar Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 $0

Airports Near Spatsum

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cache Creek-Ashcroft Regional AirportYZAMedium Airport
Clinton/Bleibler Ranch AerodromeSmall Airport
Echo Valley AirportSmall Airport
Lillooet AirportSmall Airport
Merritt AirportYMBSmall Airport
Tranquille Valley AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Spatsum

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Aidan's Church of Pokhaist Village

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spatsum

What is the population of Spatsum?

Spatsum has a population of 22 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 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 Spatsum 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 Spatsum safe?

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

What is the weather like in Spatsum?

Spatsum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.6 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Spatsum?

The unemployment rate in Spatsum 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 1 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 Spatsum?

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

How are the schools in Spatsum?

32.9% of adults in Spatsum 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 Spatsum?

The average commute in Spatsum 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 Spatsum?

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

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