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| Measure | Golden |
|---|---|
| Climate | |
| January / July average | -9°C / 18°C |
| Sunny days a year | 240 |
| Snow a year | 150 cm |
| Money | |
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 110 |
| Typical home price | C$650,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | C$3,250 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Medium |
| Life | |
| Health care | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 7.2 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 6% |
| Main industries | Tourism, forestry, rail |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |
| Airport | 2h 45m |
| Ski hill | 15 min |
| Beach or lake | 1h |
| Downtown | 2h 45m |
| Risks | |
| Wildfire | Risk: High |
| Flood | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: High |
| Lifestyle | |
| ⛷️ Skiing | ✓ |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | ✓ |
| 🏡 Small town | ✓ |
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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.