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| Measure | Jackson | Victoria | Canmore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | -9°C / 16°C | 5°C / 17°C | -7°C / 15°C |
| Sunny days a year | 190 | 190 | 230 |
| Snow a year | 400 cm | 25 cm | 130 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 220 | 120 | 125 |
| Typical home price | US$2,800,000 | C$950,000 | C$1,100,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$15,400 | C$4,275 | C$5,500 |
| Provincial or state income tax | None | Medium | Low |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Public plan, no premium | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 7 / 10 | 7.8 / 10 | 7.6 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% | 4.5% | 4.4% |
| Main industries | Tourism, real estate, finance | Government, tech, tourism | Tourism, remote work |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 15 min | 30 min | 1h 30m |
| Ski hill | In town | 3h+ | 25 min |
| Beach or lake | 25 min | 10 min | 15 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Flood | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Lifestyle | |||
| 🏖️ Beach | – | ✓ | – |
| ⛷️ Skiing | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🛶 Lake life | ✓ | – | – |
| ⛳ Golf | – | ✓ | – |
| 🏡 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.