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Sunshine Coast A, BC

British Columbia

Sunshine Coast A is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,039. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
3,039 Population 4/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $47,840 per capita
$740,000 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 221 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$64,000 median income, 12.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$740,000 home value, $1,050/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $740,000
163% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

How Sunshine Coast A Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,039
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$47,840
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty16.8%
Commute30 min

Housing

F
Home Value$740,000
Rent$1,050
Ownership84.6%
Housing Units1,560
Rent Burden20.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+32.4%
Graduate+5.6%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Sunshine Coast A a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunshine Coast A receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Sunshine Coast A has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunshine Coast A is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunshine Coast A is $740,000, making it a premium housing market at 163% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.6x, 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

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sunshine Coast A experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches, including 16.6 inches of snow.

Sunshine Coast A has a population of 3,039 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 732.8 square miles. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.5% male. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 4.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88% of residents.

Population

3,039
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
732.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunshine Coast A vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 10.5%

Social Characteristics

Sunshine Coast A vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunshine Coast A is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,840 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $920, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 94 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 27.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sunshine Coast A vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,000
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,840
Avg Weekly Wage$920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home27.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunshine Coast A is $740,000, 163% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 84.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,560 total housing units in the city. 20.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$740,000
163% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.6%
Owner-Occupied84.6%
Renter-Occupied15.4%
Housing Units1,560

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, Sunshine Coast A receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sunshine Coast A 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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Sunshine Coast A experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area732.8 sq mi (1,898.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates49.7491°N, 123.9316°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.4"
67% above US avg
Snowfall 16.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.88"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 1, 2025.

Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 140 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 29 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 61 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 144 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 87 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 17 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 132 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 139 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 132 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 124 km
Feb 18, 2017 103 km NE of Campbell River, Canada M3.9 119 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 132 km
Sep 5, 2017 9 km NNE of Ucluelet, Canada M3.8 138 km
Dec 11, 1999 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada M3.7 144 km
Feb 8, 2011 7 km WNW of Friday Harbor, Washington M3.6 145 km
Oct 4, 2024 22 km NNE of Ganges, Canada M3.6 87 km
Feb 15, 2015 30 km NNE of Sechelt, Canada M3.4 25 km
Jun 13, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M3.4 61 km
Sep 24, 1997 10 km NNW of Friday Harbor, Washington M3.4 140 km
Nov 10, 2001 6 km SSE of Point Roberts, Washington M3.4 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 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 — 142 km
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 72 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m — 105 km
2020 ELLIOT CREEK, BC Meteorological — — 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cayley Volcanic Field (62 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 62 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 68 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 70 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 103 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 123 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 8.4 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 5.9 in
March 40°F (4°C) 5.8 in
April 44°F (7°C) 4.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 6.8 in
November 40°F (4°C) 9.9 in Wettest
December 35°F (2°C) 8.2 in

Sunshine Coast A has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 35°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.9") and July the driest (2.1").

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10.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+32.4%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area732.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home27.8%

Radio Stations near Sunshine Coast A

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Lounge CHPQ-FM 99.9 Parksville — AAC+ 48 kbps
CIBH 88.5 "The Beach" Parksville, BC adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
CHPQ-FM "The Lounge 99.9" Parksville, BC adult standards, classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Sunshine Coast A

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Egmont Heritage Centre

Hotels in Sunshine Coast A

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bathgate Resort & Marina
Ruby Lake Resort

Cafes in Sunshine Coast A

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Cove

Ski Resorts Near Sunshine Coast A

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Dakota Ridge Recreation Site 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Sunshine Coast A

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vancouver International AirportYVRLarge Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sunshine Coast A

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Egmont

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sunshine Coast A

What is the population of Sunshine Coast A?

Sunshine Coast A has a population of 3,039 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 732.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.5% male.

Is Sunshine Coast A expensive to live in?

The median household income is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $740,000 (163% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Sunshine Coast A safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sunshine Coast A?

Sunshine Coast A has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches, with 16.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sunshine Coast A?

The job market in Sunshine Coast A faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $920. There are 94 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 27.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sunshine Coast A?

The median home value in Sunshine Coast A is $740,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,050. The homeownership rate is 84.6%.

How are the schools in Sunshine Coast A?

10.7% of adults in Sunshine Coast A hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sunshine Coast A?

The average commute in Sunshine Coast A is 30 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, 1.7% use public transit, and 27.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sunshine Coast A?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sunshine Coast A is 95% White, 4.2% Asian. 88% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

South Pender Harbour, BC 1,187 pop · 9.7 mi Madeira Park, BC 3,039 pop · 9.8 mi Halfmoon Bay, BC 2,800 pop · 16.4 mi Welcome Beach, BC 1,125 pop · 18.7 mi Sunshine Coast B, BC 2,969 pop · 20.6 mi Roberts Creek, BC 1,949 pop · 25.8 mi Sunshine Coast D, BC 3,523 pop · 26.1 mi qathet C, BC 2,197 pop · 27.0 mi Powell River, BC 13,943 pop · 27.0 mi qathet B, BC 1,664 pop · 27.1 mi qathet D, BC 1,126 pop · 27.8 mi Sunshine Coast E, BC 3,883 pop · 29.2 mi Langdale, BC 2,407 pop · 29.7 mi Sunshine Coast F, BC 2,407 pop · 30.3 mi
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