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Burnaby, BC
Full City Profile · British Columbia
Burnaby, BC
At a Glance
How Burnaby Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Burnaby's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Burnaby a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Burnaby residents earn a median household income of $83,000 , which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,760. The unemployment rate stands at 9.6% (167% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 344 business establishments, including 177 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Burnaby is $980,000 , 248% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,490/month, with 31.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
25.8% of adults in Burnaby hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 25.9% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Burnaby has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.1 inches.