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Merritt
City in British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Merritt is a charming, small city set in the Nicola Valley, known for its country music heritage and welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere. The city offers access to beautiful lakes, rivers, and outdoor recreation, with a laid-back vibe and friendly locals. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the heart of British Columbia.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
British Columbia
Population
7,139
Time Zone
America/Toronto
Coordinates
50.11°, -120.79°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,210
Local Cost
$1,340
Local Income
$2,250
Cashless
75
English
98
Temperature
3.2°C
Summer Avg
13.4°C
Winter Avg
-6.6°C
Record High
33.2°C
Record Low
-34.6°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
607 mm
Internet Speed
133 Mbps
Upload
35 Mbps
Latency
22 ms
City Vibrancy
14
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
11
Transport
7
Walk Score
7
Footways
13.0
Airport
YMB
Distance
4 km
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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 1 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 78/100.
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