Livability Score

77
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (45) A+
Entertainment (19) F
Food and Drink (127) A+
Fitness (14) A+
Groceries (30) A+
Parks (261) A+
Shops (184) A+
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.5% take public transportation in Kelowna.
Public Transit Stops (599)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.5%
F
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cost of living D

The cost of living in Kelowna is 99/100 - which is 20% lower than British Columbia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C+
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crime F

Kelowna crime rates are 8,870 per 100k, which is 47% higher than British Columbia
Property Crime
7,225 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
1,645 crimes per 100k
F
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employment B-

The median income in Kelowna is $85,790 - which is 1% lower than British Columbia.
Med. Household Income
$85,790
C-
Unemployment Rate
5.0%
C
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (39)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing A-

Kelowna home prices are $1,265,000 - which is 32% higher than British Columbia
Home Price
$1,265,000
C
Home Appreciation Rate
56%
D-
Home Affordability
14.7x (home price to income ratio)
A-
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schools A

The Kelowna graduation rate is 87% - which is 1% higher than British Columbia
School Test Scores
62%
C
High School Grad. Rates
87%
B-
Elementary Schools (39) A
High Schools (20) A+
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ratings F

Kelowna has an overall rating of 39% from 12 reviews.
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Kelowna Area Facts

  • Kelowna has a Livability Score of 77/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Kelowna crime rates are 47% higher than the British Columbia average
  • Cost of living in Kelowna is 20% lower than the British Columbia average

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      Kelowna, BC

      Kelowna in southern British Columbia lies on the tranquil shores of Okanagan Lake, located five hours east of Vancouver. With great weather, inexpensive real estate, growing employment opportunities and a high quality lifestyle, it’s easy to see the reason behind Kelowna’s recent growth. Our Kelowna Livability guide will take you through the best of what this beautiful city offers, from housing and education to recreation and entertainment.

      One of the primary reasons Kelowna sees a high rate of immigration is the extremely affordable housing, which is lower than the national average and significantly lower than in Vancouver. In addition, recent years have seen an increasing number of students from across the province choosing to study at the Okanagan College and the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus. However, with the influx in population, housing and rental prices are starting to rise steadily. While the cost of living including amenities and utilities is relatively low, one of the area’s you’ll end up spending is on transit costs. Residents rely quite heavily on their cars to get around and you should factor in the costs of car ownership and insurance into your budget.

      Lifestyle costs such as shopping and dining out are also relatively inexpensive and the city offers an unparalleled lifestyle with something on offer for sport lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike. Most restaurants and shops are located downtown around Wilden. Local favourites in this area include The Fixx café and Pasta Bar, BNA Brewing Co. and Eatery and Bohemian Café and Cafeteria. For shopping, head to the big box stores and the Orchard Park Shopping Centre in Harvey. For those who want to make the most of Kelowna’s great outdoors, Knox Mountain and Crawford Falls are popular spots, particularly in the summer. In addition to the hiking and water sport opportunities offered by Okanagan Lake and waterfront trails, fitness enthusiasts can sign up for one of the many adult leagues in the city for football, baseball and football.

      One thing that you may find noted in a Kelowna guide is a relatively high crime rate, however you shouldn’t let this deter you from moving to the city. Task forces have been effectively assigned to deal with the situation and crime rates have seen a sharp decline in recent years.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Kelowna? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park
      Millbridge Park
      Knowles Heritage Park
      Pacific Court Park
      Richmond Park
      Martin Park
      Stillingfleet Park
      Bankhead Park

      Entertainment

      Blue Gator
      Okanagan Heritage Museum
      Apple Bowl
      Kelowna Community Theatre
      Kelowna Wine Tours
      City Park Water Park
      Island Stage
      Cineplex Cinemas Orchard Plaza

      Food & Drink

      A&W
      Dairy Queen
      Booster Juice
      Fat Burger
      Cap's Liquor Store
      Subway
      Domino's
      The Stable

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Kelowna? Of all people who commute, 2.5% take public transportation in Kelowna.
      Drive to Work
      45%

      5% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      5% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Kelowna a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      BC Prosthetic & Orthotic Services
      Kelowna General Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Paragon Pharmacy
      Pharmasave
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      London Drugs
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Save-On-Foods Glenmore Pharmacy
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Pharmasave

      Doctors

      Glenvalley Medical Centre
      Healthwise Family Practice