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Measure NelsonBritish Columbia, Canada Remove Nelson
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 6.0
Connector Score 7.2
Safety 5.0
Affordability 5.7
Transportation 7.5
Car-free friendliness 5.0
Walkability 6.5
Things to do 5.5
Food & dining 3.6
Places to stay 4.6
Nature & outdoors 8.5
Scenic value 8.0
Family friendliness 5.0
Solo-traveler friendliness 5.6
Nightlife 3.5
Remote-work friendliness 4.7
Road-trip convenience 6.5
Train-trip convenience 1.0
Bus-trip convenience 7.3
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $111
Mid-range $161
Luxury $262
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 108
Typical 1-bedroom rent CA$1,650
Population 11K
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Bus Ferry Airport
Car recommended —
Character
Best for Outdoors, Skiing
Known for Mountains & hiking, National & state parks, Lakes & rivers, Museums & galleries, Historic sites, Wineries & breweries, Live music, Skiing & winter sports, Shopping
When to go Peak: July to August and ski season

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