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| Measure | Bar Harbor | Kelowna | Nashville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | -6°C / 19°C | -2°C / 22°C | 3°C / 26°C |
| Sunny days a year | 195 | 200 | 205 |
| Snow a year | 150 cm | 100 cm | 15 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 120 | 105 | 100 |
| Typical home price | US$650,000 | C$850,000 | US$450,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$7,150 | C$3,400 | US$3,150 |
| Provincial or state income tax | High | Medium | None |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Public plan, no premium | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) |
| School rating | 7.5 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 | 7.2 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 4.5% | 5.1% | 3.3% |
| Main industries | Tourism, research, fishing | Tech, agriculture, wine | Health care, music, tech |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 1h | 15 min | 20 min |
| Ski hill | 1h 30m | 50 min | 3h+ |
| Beach or lake | 10 min | 5 min | 30 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: High | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: High | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | |||
| 🏖️ Beach | ✓ | – | – |
| ⛷️ Skiing | – | ✓ | – |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 🛶 Lake life | – | ✓ | – |
| ⛳ Golf | – | ✓ | – |
| 🌃 Nightlife | – | – | ✓ |
| 🎸 Live music | – | – | ✓ |
| 🍜 Food scene | – | – | ✓ |
| 🍷 Wine country | – | ✓ | – |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | ✓ | – | – |
| 🏙️ Big city | – | – | ✓ |
| 🏡 Small town | ✓ | – | – |
| See homes | See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.