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Central Coquitlam, BC

British Columbia · Vancouver Metro

Central Coquitlam is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 15,480. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
15,480 Population 212/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $46,858 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 220 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15,480
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density212/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$46,858
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty14.1%
Commute25 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units6,192
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain68.7 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Central Coquitlam a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Coquitlam is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Coquitlam is $560,468, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Central Coquitlam experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.7 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow.

Central Coquitlam has a population of 15,480 with a density of 212 people per square mile, spread across 73.1 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 4.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents.

Population

15,480
Total Population
212
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
73.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Coquitlam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 10.8%

Social Characteristics

Central Coquitlam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Coquitlam is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,858 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $901, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 480 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Central Coquitlam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,858
Avg Weekly Wage$901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)480

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Coquitlam is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,192 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,468
99% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units6,192

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Central Coquitlam receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Central Coquitlam experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area73.1 sq mi (189.3 km²)
Population Density212/sq mi
Coordinates49.2603°N, 122.8382°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.7"
81% above US avg
Snowfall 25.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 12.99"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

294 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 21, 2025.

Apr 14, 1990 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington M5.0 68 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 70 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 72 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 57 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 49 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 67 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 89 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 104 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 68 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 68 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 81 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 74 km
Jul 1, 2009 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington M4.0 120 km
Mar 17, 2004 3 km SW of Clear Lake, Washington M3.8 100 km
Aug 19, 2025 17 km NNW of Sekiu, Washington M3.7 148 km
Dec 11, 1999 10 km NNE of Oak Bay, Canada M3.7 86 km
Feb 14, 2025 16 km SSE of Victoria, Canada M3.7 113 km
Feb 8, 2011 7 km WNW of Friday Harbor, Washington M3.6 80 km
Jun 21, 1990 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington M3.6 69 km
Mar 8, 1990 2 km WSW of Swede Heaven, Washington M3.6 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK Meteorological 38.0 m — 64 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m — 148 km
1820 CAMANO ISLAND, WA Meteorological — — 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (67 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 67 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 76 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 92 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 101 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 160 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 176 km
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 11.1 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 7.6 in
March 44°F (7°C) 7.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 6.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 8.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 13.0 in Wettest
December 38°F (3°C) 10.3 in

Central Coquitlam has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 38°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 80.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.0") and July the driest (2.4").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density212/sq mi
Total Area73.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home22.1%

Schools in Central Coquitlam

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hillcrest Middle School — — — —
Centennial Secondary School — — — —
Mundy Road Elementary School — — — —
École Montgomery Middle School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Central Coquitlam

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
80's New Wave Radio 80's, alternative MP3 128 kbps
CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream blues, classical MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC 13 languages, multicultural AAC+ 32 kbps
CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC multicultural, multilingual AAC 50 kbps
CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC multicultural, multilingual AAC 50 kbps
SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 abbotsford, punjab AAC 96 kbps
CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC country AAC+ 48 kbps
CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary AAC 132 kbps
CITR - University of British Columbia campus radio, eclectic AAC
Ritmo X99 — MP3 128 kbps
RED FM media discussion, punjabi AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC campus radio, student radio MP3 192 kbps
La Bonita X101 2000s, 60s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC classic hits, community radio AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Central Coquitlam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anvil Centre
Archery Museum
Canadian Historical Railroad Association
Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame
Canadian Museum of Flight
Cloverdale Station
Cloverdale Station
Deeley Motorcycle Exhibition
Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre
Fraser River Discovery Centre
Haney House
Inverholme Schoolhouse
Irving House
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre
Mackin Heritage House
Maple Ridge Museum
Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum
MONOVA: Archives of North Vancouver
Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology
Museum Of North Vancouver
Museum of Surrey
Museum of Surrey
Nature House at Red Barn
New Westminster Museum
Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
Pitt Meadows Art Gallery
Pitt Meadows Museum General Store
Pitt Meadows Museum Hoffman
PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives
PoMo Museum
Port Moody Station Museum;Port Moody Station
S.P.A.R.C. Museum
Stewart Farmhouse
Stewart Farmhouse
Surrey Archives
Surrey Archives
The General Store
The Samson V Museum
White Rock Museum & Archives
White Rock Museum & Archives

Libraries in Central Coquitlam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BCIT Library0.0
BCIT Library0.0
Bob Prittie Metrotown Library0.0
BPL: McGill Library0.0
BPL: McGill Library0.0
BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch0.0
BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch0.0
BPL: Tommy Douglas Library0.0
Brookswood Library0.0
Burnaby South Library Learning Commons0.0
Burnaby South Library Learning Commons0.0
Cameron Library0.0
Cameron Library0.0
CPL: City Centre Branch0.0
CPL: Poirier Branch0.0
Dean Drysdale Library - Walnut Grove0.0
Fleetwood Library0.0
Fleetwood Library0.0
Fraser Library0.0
Fraser Library0.0
FVRL: City of Langley Library0.0
FVRL: George Mackie Library0.0
FVRL: Ladner Pioneer Library0.0
FVRL: Maple Ridge Public Library0.0
FVRL: Murrayville Library0.0
FVRL: Pitt Meadows Library0.0
FVRL: Terry Fox Library0.0
FVRL: Tsawwassen Library0.0
Learning Commons0.0
Library and Learning Centre0.0
Library and Learning Centre0.0
McGill Library0.0
Muriel Arnason Library0.0
Newton Library0.0
Newton Library0.0
Norma Marion Alloway Library0.0
North Vancouver City Library0.0
NVDPL: Lynn Valley0.0
NVDPL: Lynn Valley0.0
NVDPL: Parkgate Library0.0
NWPL: New Westminster Public Library0.0
NWPL: Queensborough Library0.0
NWPL: Queensborough Library0.0
Ocean Park Library0.0
Port Moody Public Library0.0
Port Moody Public Library0.0
SE 140.0
Semiahmoo Library0.0
Semiahmoo Library0.0
SL: City Centre Branch0.0
SL: Clayton Branch0.0
SL: Clayton Branch0.0
SL: Cloverdale Branch0.0
SL: Guildford Branch0.0
SL: Port Kells Branch0.0
Strawberry Hill Library0.0
Strawberry Hill Library0.0
VPL: Britannia Branch0.0
VPL: Britannia Branch0.0
VPL: Champlain Heights Branch0.0
VPL: Champlain Heights Branch0.0
VPL: Collingwood Branch0.0
VPL: Fraserview Branch0.0
VPL: Fraserview Branch0.0
VPL: Hastings Branch0.0
VPL: Kensington Branch0.0
VPL: Kensington Branch0.0
VPL: Renfrew Branch0.0
WAC Bennett Library0.0
White Rock Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Central Coquitlam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market
Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market
Burnaby Farmer's Market
Burnaby Farmer's Market
New West Famers Market
New West Famers Market
Olive The Best
Olive The Best
Poirier Street Farmer's Market
River Market
Shipyards Christmas Market
Shipyards Christmas Market
The Cloverdale Market
The Cloverdale Market
Trout Lake Farmers Market
Trout Lake Farmers Market
Trout Lake Farmers Market
Vancouver Farmers Market
Vancouver Farmers Market
Vancouver Farmers Market
White Rock Farmers' Market

Cafes in Central Coquitlam

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Dentists in Central Coquitlam

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #124311364
Evergreen Orthodontics

Veterinaries in Central Coquitlam

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Como Lake Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Central Coquitlam

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Banks in Central Coquitlam

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank
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Breweries in Central Coquitlam

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
3 Dogs Brewing
3 Dogs Brewing
Beere Brewing
Boardwalk Brewery
Bomber Brewing
Brave Brewing Co
Brave Brewing Co
Bridge Brewing Company
Bridge Brewing Company
Bridge Brewing Company
Camp Beer
Central City Brewers & Distillers
Craft Collective Beerworks
Craft Collective Beerworks
Craft Collective Beerworks
Dageraad Brewing
Dageraad Brewing
Dead Frog Brewery
Dogwood Brewing
Dogwood Brewing
Dogwood Brewing
Farm Country Brewing
Five Roads Brewing
Foamers' Folly Brewing
Four Winds
Four Winds
Galaxie Public House
Galaxie Public House
Galaxie Public House
Hillcrest Brewing
Hillcrest Brewing
La Cerveceria Astilleros
La Cerveceria Astilleros
Luppolo Brewing Company
Maple Meadows Brewing
Mariner Brewing
North Point Brewing
Northpaw Brewing
Off The Rail
Parallel 49 Brewing
Patina Brewing
Rewind Beer Co
Rewind Tasting Room
Rewind Tasting Room
Ridge Brewing
Russell Brewing
Russell Brewing
Shaketown Brewing
Shaketown Brewing
Shaketown Brewing
Slow Hand Brewery
Slow Hand Brewery
Slow Hand Brewery
Steel & Oak Brewing
Steel & Oak Brewing
Storm Brewing
Strange Fellows Brewing
Strathcona Beer Company
Strathcona Beer Company
Strathcona Beer Company
Streetcar Brewing
Streetcar Brewing
Superflux Brewery
The Beer Shack
The Parkside Brewery
The Parkside Brewery
The Parkside Brewery
The Patch Brewery Laity Farms
Threefold Brewery
Tinhouse Brewing
Trading Post Brewery and Tasting Room
Train Wreck Brewing
Twin Sails Brewery
Twin Sails Brewery
White Rock Beach Beer Brewery
White Rock Beach Beer Brewery
Wildeye Brewing
Yellow Dog Brewing
Yellow Dog Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Central Coquitlam

TeamLeagueDivision
Bear Creek Stadium
Stetson Bowl

Ski Resorts Near Central Coquitlam

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mt Seymour 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Grouse Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cypress Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Central Coquitlam

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vancouver International AirportYVRLarge Airport
Victoria International AirportYYJLarge Airport
Abbotsford International AirportYXXMedium Airport
Bellingham International AirportBLIMedium Airport
Boundary Bay AirportYDTMedium Airport
Friday Harbor AirportFRDMedium Airport
Langley AirportYLYMedium Airport
Orcas Island AirportESDMedium Airport
Pitt Meadows Regional Airport—Medium Airport
Acme Field—Small Airport
Bayview Farms Airport—Small Airport
Blakely Island AirportBYWSmall Airport
Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone—Small Airport
Butler Field—Small Airport
Clam Harbor Airport—Small Airport
Crane Island AirstripCKRSmall Airport
Crow Valley Airport—Small Airport
Cutty Field—Small Airport
Cypress Island Airport—Small Airport
Delta Heritage Air Park—Small Airport
Eliza Island Airport—Small Airport
Floathaven Airstrip—Small Airport
Fort Langley Airport—Small Airport
Friday West Airport—Small Airport
Horse Fly Airport—Small Airport
Intergalactic Aerodrome—Small Airport
Kendall Airstrip—Small Airport
King Airport—Small Airport
Long Harbour Airport—Small Airport
Lynden Airport—Small Airport
Meadow Mist Airport—Small Airport
Michell Airpark—Small Airport
Point Roberts Airpark—Small Airport
Riverside Airport—Small Airport
Roche Harbor AirportRCESmall Airport
Shaw Island AIrport—Small Airport
Sinclair Island Airport—Small Airport
Squamish AirportYSESmall Airport
Stuart Island AirparkSSWSmall Airport
Stuart Island West Airport—Small Airport
Waldron AirstripWDNSmall Airport
West Wind Airport—Small Airport
Wilding Farm Airport—Small Airport
Windsock Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Central Coquitlam

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Como Lake

Treatment Centers in Central Coquitlam

22 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bayshore Therapy & Rehabilitation
Canadian Addiction Treatment Centre
Charlford House Society for Women
Delta Medical Clinic
Dr Gerald Yeung & Associates
Dr. Alexander Li & Dr. Angie Xiong Medical Clinic
Dr. Jordan Lee Inc.
Greig Associates
John Volken Academy
Kingsway Oak Medical Clinic
LifeLabs
Medicare
New Westminster Mental Health and Substance Use Services
Pacific Medical Clinic
Passport Health Richmond Travel Clinic
Queens Medical Clinic
Simply Wellness Medical
Snore MD
South Community Health Centre
Synergy Rehab
Timber Creek Tertiary Care Facility
Westminster House

Churches & Religious Organizations in Central Coquitlam

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
korean church
Resonate Church
St Laurence

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Frequently Asked Questions About Central Coquitlam

What is the population of Central Coquitlam?

Central Coquitlam has a population of 15,480 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 212 people per square mile, spread across 73.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Central Coquitlam expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,768, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $560,468 (99% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Central Coquitlam safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Central Coquitlam receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Central Coquitlam?

Central Coquitlam has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.7 inches, with 25.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Central Coquitlam?

The unemployment rate in Central Coquitlam is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 480 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Central Coquitlam?

The median home value in Central Coquitlam is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Central Coquitlam?

32.9% of adults in Central Coquitlam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Central Coquitlam?

The average commute in Central Coquitlam is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Central Coquitlam?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Central Coquitlam is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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