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Thompson-Nicola B, BC

British Columbia · Kamloops Metro

Thompson-Nicola B is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 230. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
230 Population 0/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 17.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.1%
375% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

How Thompson-Nicola B Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population230
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female57% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

C+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment17.1%
Poverty14.1%
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$1,072
Ownership82.6%
Housing Units115
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation2,421 ft (738 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+31.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute9 min

Is Thompson-Nicola B a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thompson-Nicola B receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Thompson-Nicola B offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thompson-Nicola B is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 17.1%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thompson-Nicola B is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Thompson-Nicola B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow.

Thompson-Nicola B has a population of 230 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,979.2 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.3% female and 56.5% male. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 20% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.6% of residents.

Population

230
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1,979.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Thompson-Nicola B vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish 2.2%
84% below US avg
Other Languages 15.2%

Social Characteristics

Thompson-Nicola B vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thompson-Nicola B 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 17.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Thompson-Nicola B 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

Unemployment17.1%
375% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.3 min
Drive Alone62.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Thompson-Nicola B is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 82.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 115 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 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.6%
Owner-Occupied82.6%
Renter-Occupied17.4%
Housing Units115

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, Thompson-Nicola B receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Thompson-Nicola B 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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Thompson-Nicola B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,421 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,421 ft (738 m)
Area1,979.2 sq mi (5,126.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates50.6541°N, 120.2776°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 5.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.05"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 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 77 km
Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 53 km
Jan 12, 1997 15 km N of Princeton, Canada M3.5 118 km
Jul 19, 2025 34 km W of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.4 143 km
Aug 20, 2003 39 km ESE of Merritt, Canada M3.2 77 km
Aug 19, 2017 23 km WNW of Princeton, Canada M3.1 129 km
Nov 5, 2000 8 km NW of Okanagan Falls, Canada M3.0 146 km
May 18, 2011 18 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 115 km
Feb 13, 2010 36 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M3.0 102 km
Apr 9, 1990 24 km W of Peachland, Canada M2.8 100 km
Aug 2, 2024 11 km ESE of Penticton, Canada M2.7 147 km
Mar 3, 1997 8 km SSE of Peachland, Canada M2.7 114 km
Aug 23, 1990 30 km ESE of Ellison, Canada M2.7 128 km
Jun 28, 2013 16 km WSW of Penticton, Canada M2.6 139 km
Jul 22, 2007 6 km NE of Penticton, Canada M2.6 137 km
Jun 26, 2010 14 km WSW of Penticton, Canada M2.5 138 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Summerland, Canada M2.5 128 km
Jun 20, 1993 28 km NNE of Princeton, Canada M2.5 106 km
May 26, 2011 23 km NNW of Princeton, Canada M2.5 113 km
Apr 20, 2008 4 km ENE of Penticton, Canada M2.5 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 80 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (187 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 0.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in

Thompson-Nicola B has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 20°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (0.7").

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8.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 62.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+31.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area1,979.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.3 min
Drive Alone62.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Thompson-Nicola B

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Kamloops, BC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKBZ-FM 100.1 "B-100" Kamloops, BC hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
CIFM-FM 98.3 Kamloops, BC active rock AAC+ 48 kbps
CKRV-FM "K 97.5 Classic Rock" Kamloops, BC classic rock, new format rebranding AAC 135 kbps

Museums in Thompson-Nicola B

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
First National Dog Museum
Fort Kamloops
Kamloops Indian Residential School
Kamloops Museum
Robbins Range Heritage School
Samuel Sidney Scott's House
Secwepemc Heritage Museum
Seven O' Ranch
St. George's Anglican Church
St. Joseph's Church
Tom Bones House
Train Museum
Wilson House

Libraries in Thompson-Nicola B

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberdeen Tiny Library0.0
TNRL: Kamloops Library0.0
TNRL: North Kamloops Library0.0
TRU Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Thompson-Nicola B

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer's Market Saturday

Gas Stations in Thompson-Nicola B

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Breweries in Thompson-Nicola B

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Iron Road Brewing
Red Collar Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Thompson-Nicola B

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Thompson-Nicola B

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kane Valley Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Stake Lake Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Logan Lake Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Harper Mountain 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 Thompson-Nicola B

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional AirportYKAMedium Airport
Douglas Lake AirportDGFSmall Airport
Heffley Creek Airstrip—Small Airport
Kamloops Model Airplane Society Airstrip—Small Airport
Knutsford Airfield—Small Airport
Merritt AirportYMBSmall Airport
Monte Creek Airstrip—Small Airport
Prichard Airstrip—Small Airport
Shuswap (Skwlax Field) Airport—Small Airport
Tranquille Valley Airfield—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thompson-Nicola B

What is the population of Thompson-Nicola B?

Thompson-Nicola B has a population of 230 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,979.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.3% female and 56.5% male.

Is Thompson-Nicola B expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Thompson-Nicola B safe?

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

What is the weather like in Thompson-Nicola B?

Thompson-Nicola B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Thompson-Nicola B?

The job market in Thompson-Nicola B faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 9 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Thompson-Nicola B?

The median home value in Thompson-Nicola B is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 82.6%.

How are the schools in Thompson-Nicola B?

8.5% of adults in Thompson-Nicola B hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Thompson-Nicola B?

The average commute in Thompson-Nicola B is 9 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 62.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Thompson-Nicola B?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Thompson-Nicola B is 80% White, 20% Asian. 82.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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