Commute
High commute scores indicates that public transit should be easily accessible in this area and the average commute time to work is less than average.
Cost Of Living
The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.
Housing
This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.
Health & Safety
A high score in the health and safety category is a result of good air quality and the accessibility to health facilities such as hospitals, clinics, doctors, pharmacies and fire stations.
Ratings
Local residents have positive things to say about the proximity of restaurants, grocery stores, parks, public transit, friendliness of neighbors, sense of community and overall safety of the area.
Amenities
A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.
| Statistic | Armstrong | British Columbia | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 41.1% | 38.3% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 2.3% | 3.0% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 0.6% | 7.4% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 4.8% | 3.8% | 3.2% |