West Kelowna 75 Excellent
West Kelowna Livability #36 ranked city in British Columbia#192 ranked city in CanadaRanks better than 99% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in West Kelowna

PROS
  • Commute

    The high commute score in this area could imply easy access to public transportation, as well as shorter-than-average commute times to your workplace.

  • Employment

    With higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates, this area scores extremely well in the employment category.

  • Housing

    Impressive scores in the housing category characterize this area, potentially attributed to the availability of affordable housing, strong appreciation rates and high home values.

  • Ratings

    According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Cost Of Living

    This area is known for its high cost of living, which means you should anticipate higher costs for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries, and health care.

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      West Kelowna transportation information

      Statistic West Kelowna British Columbia National
      Workers who drive to work47.1%38.3%40.0%
      Workers who carpool3.3%3.0%3.0%
      Workers who take public transit1.9%7.4%7.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.5%1.4%0.8%
      Workers who walk1.3%3.8%3.2%
      Source: The West Kelowna, BC data and statistics displayed above are derived from Statistics Canada and updated for 2021 by Environics Analytics.