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Bowen Island, BC
Full City Profile · British Columbia
Bowen Island, BC
At a Glance
How Bowen Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bowen Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bowen Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bowen Island residents earn a median household income of $111,000 , which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $86,000. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 132 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bowen Island is $1,250,000 , 343% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,370/month, with 23.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
24.7% of adults in Bowen Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 23.3% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Bowen Island has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.7 inches.