Thompson-Nicola L, BC

British Columbia

Thompson-Nicola L is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,321. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,321 Population 4/sq mi density
$81,000 Median Income $51,160 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 20.2% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$81,000 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,000
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,321
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,000
Per Capita$51,160
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty10.5%
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$600,000
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,380
Rent Burden20.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQIN/A

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+31.4%
Graduate+4.2%

Community

Commute35 min

Is Thompson-Nicola L a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thompson-Nicola L receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Thompson-Nicola L has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thompson-Nicola L is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thompson-Nicola L is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school.

Thompson-Nicola L has a population of 3,321 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

3,321
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
738.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Thompson-Nicola L vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages5.4%

Social Characteristics

Thompson-Nicola L vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thompson-Nicola L is $81,000, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Thompson-Nicola L vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,000
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,160

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Thompson-Nicola L is $600,000, 113% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden20.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Renter-Occupied15.6%
Housing Units1,380

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Thompson-Nicola L vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Thompson-Nicola L vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Area738.6 sq mi (1,912.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates0.0000°N, 0.0000°W
7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+31.4%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area738.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.8%

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