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Esquimalt, BC
British Columbia · Victoria Metro
Esquimalt is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 120. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.
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How Esquimalt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Esquimalt a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Esquimalt receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Esquimalt has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Esquimalt is $76,000, 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 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Esquimalt 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 7.4x, 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
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Esquimalt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Esquimalt vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Esquimalt vs U.S. Average
Income: Esquimalt vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $76,000 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,858 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $901 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 28.1% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 50.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 25.0% |
| Housing Units | 40 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Esquimalt 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 | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,436/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4357°N, 123.4117°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1894 | PUYALLUP RIVER DELTA, TACOMA, WA | Meteorological | 3.0 m | 2 | 147 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 49 km |
| 1949 | PUGET SOUND, WA | Meteorological | 2.4 m | — | 142 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (124 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 124 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 160 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 174 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 5.3 in |
Esquimalt has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 16.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,436/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 19.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Schools in Esquimalt
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ècole Macaulay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ècole Victor–Brodeur | — | — | — | — |
| Rockheights Middle School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Esquimalt
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Victoria, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KSQM (US) | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps |
Museums in Esquimalt
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | ||||
| British Columbia Aviation Museum | ||||
| Central Saanich Fire Museum | ||||
| Centre of the Universe | ||||
| CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum - NAD20 | ||||
| CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum - NAD29 | ||||
| Craigdarroch Castle | ||||
| Craigflower Manor | ||||
| Craigflower Schoolhouse | ||||
| Emily Carr House | ||||
| Gorge Waterway Nature House | ||||
| Helmcken House | ||||
| Henderson Hangar | ||||
| Heritage Acres | ||||
| Main Hangar | ||||
| Maritime Museum of British Columbia | ||||
| Metchosin Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Metchosin School Museum | ||||
| Miniature World | ||||
| Pemberton Memorial Operating Room | ||||
| Point Ellice House | ||||
| Restoration Hangar | ||||
| Royal BC Museum | ||||
| Saint Ann's Schoolhouse | ||||
| Shawnigan Lake Museum | ||||
| Sidney Museum and Archives | ||||
| Thunderbird Park | ||||
| Victoria Chinatown Museum | ||||
| Wentworth Villa |
Libraries in Esquimalt
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Batey Library & Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| BC Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Victoria Public Library - Bruce Hutchison Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Central Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Central Saanich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Emily Carr Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Esquimalt Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Goudy Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Juan de Fuca Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Langford Heritage Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Nellie McClung Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Oak Bay Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Saanich Centennial Library Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Lounge | 0.0 | |||||
| McPherson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sidney Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Sidney / North Saanich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: South Cowichan Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Esquimalt
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esquimalt Farmers Market | |||||
| Esquimalt Farmers Market | |||||
| Food Truck Festival | |||||
| Gorge Farmers Market | |||||
| James Bay Market | |||||
| Metchosin Farmers Market | |||||
| Moss Street Farmers Market | |||||
| North Saanich Farm Market | |||||
| Oaklands Sunset Market | |||||
| Peninsula Country Market |
Hotels in Esquimalt
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Esquimalt
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Esquimalt
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Esquimalt
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Esquimalt
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Esquimalt
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Esquimalt
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Esquimalt
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brass Monkey Taproom | ||||
| Category 12 | ||||
| Hoyne Brewing Company | ||||
| Île Sauvage Brewing Company | ||||
| Lighthouse Brewing Company | ||||
| Phillips Tasting Room | ||||
| Spinnakers | ||||
| V2V Black Hops Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Esquimalt
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Amtrak Stations in Esquimalt
2 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria, BC | 721 Douglas St. | BUS |
| Victoria, BC | 254 Belleville Street | BUS |
Airports Near Esquimalt
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Orcas Island Airport | ESD | Medium Airport |
| William R Fairchild International Airport | CLM | Medium Airport |
| AJ Eisenberg Airport | ODW | Small Airport |
| Allan Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anacortes Airport | OTS | Small Airport |
| Big Andy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blakely Island Airport | BYW | Small Airport |
| Blue Heron Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Ribbon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Center Island Airport | CWS | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cypress Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur /Jones/ Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur Shores Airport | DTR | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Diamond Point Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grand View International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Jefferson County International Airport | TWD | Small Airport |
| Kimshan Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| King Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lawson Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Olympic Field | — | 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 |
| Sequim Valley Airport | SQV | Small Airport |
| Shaw Island AIrport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinclair Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sky Valley Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stacey's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island Airpark | SSW | Small Airport |
| Stuart Island West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Waldron Airstrip | WDN | Small Airport |
| Wilding Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Esquimalt
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CFB Esquimalt Fleet Mail Office - DY37 | |
| Esquimalt |
Treatment Centers in Esquimalt
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Maven Pelvic Health | ||
| Sobering & Assessment Centre | ||
| Victoria Mental Health & Substance Use |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Esquimalt
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Esquimalt United Church | |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace | |
| St. George Ukrainian and St. Gabriel Ethiopian Orthodox ተዋህዶ Church | |
| St. Peter's and St. Paul's Anglican Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Esquimalt
What is the population of Esquimalt?
Esquimalt has a population of 120 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 1,436 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.2% female and 50% male.
Is Esquimalt expensive to live in?
The median household income is $76,000, 1% 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 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Esquimalt safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Esquimalt receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Esquimalt?
Esquimalt has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches.
How is the job market in Esquimalt?
The unemployment rate in Esquimalt 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 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Esquimalt?
The median home value in Esquimalt is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 50.0%.
How are the schools in Esquimalt?
0.0% of adults in Esquimalt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Esquimalt?
The average commute in Esquimalt is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 57.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Esquimalt?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Esquimalt is 100% White. 83.3% of residents speak only English at home.