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| Measure | Fernie | Austin | Asheville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | -7°C / 17°C | 11°C / 30°C | 3°C / 24°C |
| Sunny days a year | 250 | 230 | 210 |
| Snow a year | 380 cm | 2 cm | 30 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 125 | 105 | 95 |
| Typical home price | C$900,000 | US$550,000 | US$450,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | C$4,500 | US$9,900 | US$3,375 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Medium | None | Low |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Public plan, no premium | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) |
| School rating | 7.4 / 10 | 7.7 / 10 | 7 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 5% | 3.5% | 3.9% |
| Main industries | Coal mining, tourism | Tech, government, music | Health, tourism, brewing |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 3h+ | 20 min | 25 min |
| Ski hill | 10 min | 3h+ | 1h |
| Beach or lake | 30 min | 15 min | 30 min |
| Downtown | 3h+ | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: High | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: High | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: High | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | |||
| ☀️ Warm winters | – | ✓ | – |
| ⛷️ Skiing | ✓ | – | – |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| 🌃 Nightlife | – | ✓ | – |
| 🎸 Live music | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🍜 Food scene | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 💸 Lower cost | – | – | ✓ |
| 🏙️ 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.