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Climate, taxes, health care, schools, jobs, risks and drive times in one table. Pick up to three places; the link in your address bar is shareable.
| Measure | Cape Cod | Vancouver |
|---|---|---|
| Climate | ||
| January / July average | -1°C / 21°C | 4°C / 18°C |
| Sunny days a year | 200 | 165 |
| Snow a year | 70 cm | 30 cm |
| Money | ||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 132 | 135 |
| Typical home price | US$780,000 | C$1,250,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$6,240 | C$3,500 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Medium | Medium |
| Life | ||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 7 / 10 | 8.1 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 4.5% | 5.6% |
| Main industries | Tourism, health, fishing | Tech, film, trade |
| Getting around (typical drive) | ||
| Airport | 1h 30m | 25 min |
| Ski hill | 1h 50m | 30 min |
| Beach or lake | 5 min | 10 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town |
| Risks | ||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: High | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Lifestyle | ||
| 🏖️ Beach | ✓ | ✓ |
| ⛷️ Skiing | – | ✓ |
| 🥾 Hiking | – | ✓ |
| ⛳ Golf | ✓ | – |
| 🌃 Nightlife | – | ✓ |
| 🍜 Food scene | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🏙️ Big city | – | ✓ |
| 🏡 Small town | ✓ | – |
| 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.