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Duncan, BC
British Columbia · Victoria Metro
Duncan is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 5,047. Residents earn $53,200 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
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How Duncan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
CHousing
CCrime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Duncan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Duncan receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Duncan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Duncan is $53,200, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Duncan is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, 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
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Duncan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Duncan vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Duncan vs U.S. Average
Income: Duncan vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,200 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,640 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $724 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.5% |
| 164% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.1% |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 156 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.5% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $400,000 |
| 42% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $980 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 57.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.6% |
| Housing Units | 2,455 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Duncan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 228 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,331/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.7829°N, 123.7027°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | — | 145 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 150 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 88 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (129 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 129 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 139 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 9.7 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
Duncan has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.0") and July the driest (1.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.7% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 32.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 6,331/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.5% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |
Schools in Duncan
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Margaret's | — | — | — | — |
| Alexander Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Quamichan Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Duncan Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Quw’utsun Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tansor Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Drinkwater Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Cowichan Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alex Aitken Elementary | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Duncan
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Victoria, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKAY 91.7 "Coast FM" Nanaimo, BC | hits, nanaimo | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CHWF-FM "The Wolf 106.9" Nanaimo, BC | active rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKWV-FM 102.3 "The Wave" Nanaimo, BC | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CITR - University of British Columbia | campus radio, eclectic | AAC |
Museums in Duncan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC Forest Discovery Centre | ||||
| Chemainus Valley Museum | ||||
| Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre | ||||
| Cowichan Valley Museum | ||||
| Crofton Old School Museum | ||||
| Hand of Man Museum | ||||
| Harbour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Ladysmith Maritime Society Museum | ||||
| Ladysmith Museum | ||||
| Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre | ||||
| Shawnigan Lake Museum |
Libraries in Duncan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Spring Island Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Chemainus Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Cowichan Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Ladysmith Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: South Cowichan Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Duncan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemainus Public Market | |||||
| Duncan Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Great Greens Market | |||||
| Grove Hall Farm, Italian Kitchen, Market & Deli | |||||
| North Saanich Farm Market | |||||
| Salt Spring Saturday Market | |||||
| Salt Spring Tuesday Farmers’ Market | |||||
| The Old Farm Market |
Hotels in Duncan
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Duncan
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Duncan
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Duncan
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Duncan
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Duncan
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Duncan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Duncan
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Duncan
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Duncan
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Duncan
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Duncan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Arrow Brewery | ||||
| Salt Spring Island Ales | ||||
| Serious Brewing | ||||
| Small Block Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Duncan
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grouse Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Duncan
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Qualicum Beach Airport | XQU | Medium Airport |
| William R Fairchild International Airport | CLM | Medium Airport |
| Big Andy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Heron Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Ribbon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grand View International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| King Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lawson Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Port Angeles Cgas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rake's Glen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Rucilla's Roost Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Sekiu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sequim Valley Airport | SQV | Small Airport |
| Shaw Island AIrport | — | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airpark | SSW | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Waldron Airstrip | WDN | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Duncan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Duncan Main |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Duncan
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Duncan Sikh Temple | |
| Duncan United Church | |
| Trinity Lutheran Church |
Explore Near Duncan
Frequently Asked Questions About Duncan
What is the population of Duncan?
Duncan has a population of 5,047 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 6,331 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.8% female and 44.2% male.
Is Duncan expensive to live in?
The median household income is $53,200, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Duncan safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Duncan receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Duncan?
Duncan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches, with 37.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Duncan?
The job market in Duncan faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $724. There are 156 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 14.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Duncan?
The median home value in Duncan is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $980. The homeownership rate is 57.4%.
How are the schools in Duncan?
9.7% of adults in Duncan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Duncan?
The average commute in Duncan is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 14.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Duncan?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Duncan is 94.4% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 2.8% Asian. 90% of residents speak only English at home.