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Telegraph Creek, BC

British Columbia

Telegraph Creek is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 51. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
51 Population 269/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 33.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
0.0% 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+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 33.3%
825% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population51
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density269/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment33.3%
Poverty14.1%
Commute8 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units20
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute8 min

Is Telegraph Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Telegraph Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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. Telegraph Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Telegraph Creek is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 33.3%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Telegraph Creek 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

Telegraph Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow.

Telegraph Creek has a population of 51 with a density of 269 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

51
Total Population
2021 Census
269
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Telegraph Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Telegraph Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Telegraph Creek 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 33.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Telegraph Creek 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

Unemployment33.3%
825% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.0 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Telegraph Creek 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 20 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 Units20

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, Telegraph Creek receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Telegraph Creek 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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Telegraph Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,093 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density269/sq mi
Coordinates57.9110°N, 131.1600°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.17"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 20, 2024.

Sep 7, 2004 71 km ENE of Wrangell, Alaska M4.2 124 km
Jun 7, 2003 50 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.6 148 km
Jun 16, 1992 57 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.6 141 km
Jan 6, 2012 74 km NE of Petersburg, Alaska M3.5 93 km
Nov 9, 2009 57 km ENE of Hobart Bay, Alaska M3.5 83 km
Jun 7, 2003 50 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.4 148 km
Aug 11, 2005 66 km ENE of Petersburg, Alaska M3.4 108 km
Mar 2, 2014 91 km ENE of Hobart Bay, Alaska M3.3 52 km
Mar 2, 1992 56 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.3 146 km
May 18, 2021 59 km NE of Hobart Bay, Alaska M3.2 91 km
Oct 9, 1994 57 km ENE of Juneau, Alaska M3.2 147 km
Sep 23, 1995 58 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.2 142 km
Oct 5, 1994 55 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.1 144 km
Jan 26, 2017 62 km ENE of Hobart Bay, Alaska M3.1 78 km
May 15, 1995 56 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.1 142 km
Sep 1, 2002 65 km ESE of Juneau, Alaska M3.1 132 km
Jun 29, 2021 59 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.1 142 km
Oct 5, 1994 66 km ENE of Juneau, Alaska M3.1 142 km
Mar 22, 2020 40 km NE of Hobart Bay, Alaska M3.1 108 km
Jun 27, 2021 55 km E of Juneau, Alaska M3.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 470.0 m (1,542 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2025 TRACY ARM, AK Meteorological 470.0 m — 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Edziza (38 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Edziza Stratovolcano 2,786 m (9,140 ft) 950 38 km
Level Mountain Shield 2,190 m (7,185 ft) Unknown 58 km
Spectrum Range Shield 2,430 m (7,972 ft) Unknown 61 km
Hoodoo Mountain Subglacial 1,850 m (6,070 ft) -7050 126 km
Iskut-Unuk River Cones Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,880 m (6,168 ft) 1800 153 km
Tuya Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,123 m (6,965 ft) Unknown 166 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.2 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
April 36°F (2°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in Wettest
October 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 2.1 in

Telegraph Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 12°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.2") and April the driest (0.4").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 60% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density269/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.0 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Telegraph Creek

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Telegraph Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Stikine museum

Cafes in Telegraph Creek

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stikine River Song

Post Offices in Telegraph Creek

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Telegraph Creek

Churches & Religious Organizations in Telegraph Creek

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Aidan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Telegraph Creek

What is the population of Telegraph Creek?

Telegraph Creek has a population of 51 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 269 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Telegraph Creek 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 Telegraph Creek safe?

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

What is the weather like in Telegraph Creek?

Telegraph Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Telegraph Creek?

The job market in Telegraph Creek faces challenges, with unemployment at 33.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 8 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Telegraph Creek?

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

How are the schools in Telegraph Creek?

0.0% of adults in Telegraph Creek 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 Telegraph Creek?

The average commute in Telegraph Creek is 8 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Telegraph Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Telegraph Creek is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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