Elkford 69 Good
Elkford Livability #74 ranked city in British Columbia#342 ranked city in CanadaRanks better than 98% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Elkford

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Health & Safety

    A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.

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      Elkford transportation information

      Statistic Elkford British Columbia National
      Workers who drive to work30.3%38.3%40.0%
      Workers who carpool4.2%3.0%3.0%
      Workers who take public transit21.9%7.4%7.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.3%1.4%0.8%
      Workers who walk1.9%3.8%3.2%
      Source: The Elkford, BC data and statistics displayed above are derived from Statistics Canada and updated for 2021 by Environics Analytics.