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Fernie
City in British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Fernie is a picturesque mountain town in British Columbia, famous for its stunning Rocky Mountain backdrop, year-round outdoor activities, and welcoming community. It's a haven for skiers, snowboarders, hikers, and anyone seeking a small-town charm with modern amenities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
British Columbia
Population
5,249
Time Zone
America/Toronto
Coordinates
49.50°, -115.07°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
93
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,465
Local Cost
$1,770
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
92
English
100
Temperature
0.7°C
Summer Avg
12.9°C
Winter Avg
-11.0°C
Record High
32.2°C
Record Low
-39.3°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
878 mm
Internet Speed
144 Mbps
Upload
126 Mbps
Latency
26 ms
City Vibrancy
16
Coworking
1
Cafes
6
Nightlife
2
Parks
7
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
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Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 86/100.
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