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Tlell, BC

British Columbia

Tlell is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 180. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
180 Population 0/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 240 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 Tlell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population180
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density0/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 Units72
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Tlell a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tlell 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 Tlell 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

Tlell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches.

Tlell has a population of 180 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,478.0 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

180
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2,478.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tlell 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

Tlell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tlell 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 6 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tlell 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)6

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 Tlell 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 72 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 Units72

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, Tlell receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Tlell 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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Tlell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area2,478.0 sq mi (6,418.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates53.5620°N, 131.9300°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.24"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

224 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 4, 2024.

Oct 28, 2012 206 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M7.8 87 km
Oct 28, 2012 237 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.3 109 km
Feb 17, 2001 151 km SSW of Hydaburg, Alaska M6.2 117 km
Oct 30, 2012 241 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.2 133 km
Oct 12, 2001 225 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.1 105 km
Oct 28, 2012 Haida Gwaii, Canada M5.6 141 km
Oct 28, 2012 222 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.5 110 km
Oct 28, 2012 226 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.4 95 km
Jan 12, 1990 85 km WSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 50 km
Oct 28, 2012 256 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 147 km
Oct 30, 2012 261 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 150 km
Oct 28, 2012 236 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 115 km
Oct 28, 2012 240 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 125 km
Oct 28, 2012 246 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 125 km
Nov 1, 2012 226 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 113 km
Oct 28, 2012 234 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 108 km
Oct 28, 2012 237 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 140 km
Oct 28, 2012 236 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 111 km
Oct 28, 2012 230 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 142 km
Sep 5, 2002 139 km SSW of Hydaburg, Alaska M5.1 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.0 m (43 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 BRITISH COLUMBIA Earthquake 13.0 m 1 87 km
1963 GRAHAM ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA Unknown 5.5 m 1 53 km
1949 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 0.6 m 91 km
2001 QUEEN CHARLOTTE ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 5.9 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.5 in
March 39°F (4°C) 4.0 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
July 56°F (14°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 7.2 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 6.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 6.5 in

Tlell has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (2.2").

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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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area2,478.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Tlell

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tlell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Port Clements Museum

Farmers Markets in Tlell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer's market

Hotels in Tlell

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Green Coast Lodge
Haida House at Tllaal
Haida House at Tllaal

Cafes in Tlell

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seas The Day Family Cafe & Country Store

Monuments in Tlell

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Green man

Veterinaries in Tlell

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haida Gwaii Animal Hospital

Airports Near Tlell

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Masset AirportZMTMedium Airport
Sandspit AirportYZPMedium Airport

Post Offices in Tlell

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Tlell

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tlell

What is the population of Tlell?

Tlell has a population of 180 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,478.0 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 Tlell 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 Tlell safe?

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

What is the weather like in Tlell?

Tlell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches.

How is the job market in Tlell?

The unemployment rate in Tlell 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 6 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 Tlell?

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

How are the schools in Tlell?

32.9% of adults in Tlell 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 Tlell?

The average commute in Tlell 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 Tlell?

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

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