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Wellington, BC
British Columbia
Wellington is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,935. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
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How Wellington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
C+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Wellington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wellington 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. Wellington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wellington 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 Wellington 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
Wellington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Wellington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wellington vs U.S. Average
Income: Wellington 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
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 122 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 27.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,574 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Wellington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Area | 10.7 sq mi (27.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 368/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2165°N, 124.0418°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | — | 150 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 96 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 141 km |
| 1958 | RIPPLE ROCK, BC | Earthquake + Landslide | 0.5 m | — | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (103 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 103 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 162 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 170 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 8.0 in |
Wellington has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.1") and July the driest (1.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 368/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Schools in Wellington
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanaimo Language Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Dover Bay Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| McGirr Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uplands Park Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pleasant Valley Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Randerson Ridge Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mount Benson Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rutherford Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wellington
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC | hits, nanaimo | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CHWF-FM "The Wolf 106.9" Nanaimo, BC | active rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKWV-FM 102.3 "The Wave" Nanaimo, BC | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| The Lounge CHPQ-FM 99.9 Parksville | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CIBH 88.5 "The Beach" Parksville, BC | adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHPQ-FM "The Lounge 99.9" Parksville, BC | adult standards, classic hits | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriola Museum | ||||
| Harbour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum | ||||
| Ladysmith Museum | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Nanaimo Museum | ||||
| Parksville Museum | ||||
| Protection Island Museum | ||||
| Vancouver Island Military Museum |
Libraries in Wellington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 - Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Ladysmith Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wellington
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Farmers Market | |||||
| Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market | |||||
| Island Roots |
Hotels in Wellington
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wellington
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Wellington
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wellington
21 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wellington
9 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wellington
6 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wellington
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wellington
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Wellington
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Brewery | ||||
| White Sails Brewery | ||||
| Wolf Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Wellington
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota Ridge Recreation Site | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Wellington
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Powell River Airport | YPW | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Texada Gillies Bay Airport | YGB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wellington
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Church | |
| Saint Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Wellington?
Wellington has a population of 3,935 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 368 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 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 Wellington 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 Wellington safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wellington receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Wellington?
Wellington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches.
How is the job market in Wellington?
The unemployment rate in Wellington 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 122 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 Wellington?
The median home value in Wellington is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Wellington?
32.9% of adults in Wellington 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 Wellington?
The average commute in Wellington 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 Wellington?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Wellington is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.