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West End, BC
British Columbia · Kamloops Metro
West End is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,443. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
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How West End Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
C+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is West End a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, West End 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. West End offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in West End 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 West End 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
West End has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
West End vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
West End vs U.S. Average
Income: West End 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) | 107 |
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 | 1,377 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: West End 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 | 44.6°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,522 ft (464 m) |
| Area | 247.3 sq mi (640.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.6733°N, 120.3486°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 76 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Wells Gray-Clearwater (185 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Wells Gray-Clearwater | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,576 m (8,451 ft) | 1550 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in |
West End has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 21°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (0.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Total Area | 247.3 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 West End
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School District No 73 | — | — | — | — |
| Overlander Secondary School (CLOSED) | — | — | — | — |
| Beattie Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sa-Hali Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Ann's Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near West End
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 West End
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 | ||||
| Wilson House |
Libraries in West End
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen Tiny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TNRL: Kamloops Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TNRL: North Kamloops Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TRU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in West End
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market Saturday |
Hotels in West End
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in West End
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in West End
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in West End
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in West End
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in West End
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in West End
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in West End
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in West End
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in West End
12 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in West End
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in West End
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in West End
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Road Brewing | ||||
| Red Collar Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in West End
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near West End
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 West End
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kamloops John Moose Fulton Field Regional Airport | YKA | Medium Airport |
| Douglas Lake Airport | DGF | Small Airport |
| Heffley Creek Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kamloops Model Airplane Society Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Knutsford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Merritt Airport | YMB | Small Airport |
| Monte Creek Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Prichard Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tranquille Valley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in West End
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kamloops Main | |
| The UPS Store |
Churches & Religious Organizations in West End
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Sacred Heart Cathedral | |
| St Andrews On The Square | |
| St Joseph's | |
| St. Pauls Cathedral | |
| United Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About West End
What is the population of West End?
West End has a population of 3,443 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 247.3 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 West End 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 West End safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, West End receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in West End?
West End has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in West End?
The unemployment rate in West End 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 107 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 West End?
The median home value in West End is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in West End?
32.9% of adults in West End 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 West End?
The average commute in West End 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 West End?
The racial and ethnic makeup of West End is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.