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Tumbler Ridge, BC

British Columbia

Tumbler Ridge is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 2,399. Residents earn $101,000 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,399 Population 4/sq mi density
$101,000 Median Income $68,900 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 6.9% income on rent
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$101,000 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,000
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

How Tumbler Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,399
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$101,000
Per Capita$68,900
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty10.9%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,090
Rent Burden6.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation2,723 ft (830 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+35.8%
Graduate+3.5%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Tumbler Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tumbler Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Tumbler Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tumbler Ridge is $101,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Tumbler Ridge among higher-income communities. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tumbler Ridge is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Tumbler Ridge has a population of 2,399 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 2.1% Black, 5% Asian.

Population

2,399
Total Population
2021 Census
4
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
601.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tumbler Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
88% below US avg
Other Languages7.7%

Social Characteristics

Tumbler Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tumbler Ridge is $101,000, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Tumbler Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,000
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit13.5%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Tumbler Ridge is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden6.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.8%
Renter-Occupied31.7%
Housing Units1,090

Property Tax

In Tumbler Ridge, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tumbler Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+35.8%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area601.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit13.5%
Work from Home5.6%

Nearby Cities

Peace River E, BC 2,660 pop · 45.0 mi Peace River D, BC 4,793 pop · 46.3 mi Chetwynd, BC 2,302 pop · 46.7 mi Dawson Creek, BC 12,323 pop · 52.6 mi Beaverlodge, AB 2,271 pop · 61.8 mi Taylor, BC 1,317 pop · 71.7 mi Wembley, AB 1,432 pop · 73.4 mi Peace River C, BC 5,947 pop · 74.0 mi Fort St. John, BC 21,465 pop · 77.6 mi Peace River B, BC 5,379 pop · 77.6 mi Saddle Hills County, AB 2,338 pop · 78.7 mi Mackenzie, BC 3,281 pop · 83.9 mi Grande Prairie, AB 64,141 pop · 86.6 mi Westlake, AB 1,363 pop · 86.6 mi
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