Burnaby, BC

British Columbia

Burnaby is a large city in British Columbia with a population of 249,125. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
249,125 Population 7,124/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 9.6% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg

How Burnaby Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population249,125
Median AgeN/A
Density7,124/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$83,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment9.6%
PovertyN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units101,135
Rent Burden31.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQIN/A
Rain76.1 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+25.9%
Graduate+9.9%

Community

CommuteN/A

Is Burnaby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burnaby receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Burnaby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burnaby is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Burnaby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 76.1 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow.

Burnaby has a population of 249,125 with a density of 7,124 people per square mile.

Population

249,125
Total Population
2021 Census
7,124
People / sq mi
35.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Burnaby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Burnaby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burnaby is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Burnaby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.5%
Renter-Occupied39.5%
Housing Units101,135

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Burnaby vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Burnaby vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Burnaby has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 76.1 inches.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.1 inches
100% above US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area35.0 sq mi (90.6 km²)
Population Density7,124/sq mi
Coordinates49.2664°N, 122.9526°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+25.9%
Graduate Degree+9.9%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7,124/sq mi
Total Area35.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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