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.
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.
Commute
Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.
Crime
This area is reporting high crime rates per 100,000 people and could signify that it is a dangerous place to live. Crime rates include both violent and property crimes.
Employment
A low score in the employment category could indicate that this area struggles with high unemployment rates and low household income and income per capita levels.
| Statistic | Central Kootenay H | British Columbia | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 36.7% | 38.3% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 1.9% | 3.0% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 1.2% | 7.4% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.2% | 1.4% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 2.8% | 3.8% | 3.2% |