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%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQIN/A
Rain76.1 in/yr
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+25.9%
Graduate+9.9%
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
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
| Median HH Income | $83,000 |
| 10% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.6% |
| 167% above US avg |
| |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 60.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.5% |
| Housing Units | 101,135 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Burnaby vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Burnaby vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 76.1 inches |
| 100% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 43.1 inches/yr |
Geography
| Area | 35.0 sq mi (90.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,124/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.2664°N, 122.9526°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |