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Hornby Island, BC

British Columbia

Hornby Island is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 1,100. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,100 Population 10,000/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 239 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 Hornby Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,100
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density10,000/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 Units440
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Hornby Island a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hornby Island 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 Hornby Island 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

Hornby Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches.

Hornby Island has a population of 1,100 with a density of 10,000 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 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

1,100
Total Population
10,000
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hornby Island 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

Hornby Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hornby Island 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 34 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 22.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hornby Island 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)34

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 Hornby Island 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 440 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 Units440

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, Hornby Island receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Hornby Island 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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Hornby Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density10,000/sq mi
Coordinates49.5345°N, 124.6692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.7"
41% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.17"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

121 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.7 on Aug 19, 2025.

Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 83 km
Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 82 km
May 2, 2001 50 km W of Tofino, Canada M4.7 146 km
Aug 1, 2000 40 km NNW of Tofino, Canada M4.6 106 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 116 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 83 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 141 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 87 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 68 km
May 8, 1999 17 km NW of Tofino, Canada M4.0 106 km
Dec 25, 1999 40 km SW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.0 132 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 148 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 142 km
Feb 18, 2017 103 km NE of Campbell River, Canada M3.9 139 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 66 km
Jun 19, 2017 21 km SSW of Vernon, Canada M3.9 136 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 74 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 94 km
Sep 5, 2017 9 km NNE of Ucluelet, Canada M3.8 82 km
Aug 19, 2025 17 km NNW of Sekiu, Washington M3.7 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1946 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 9.0 m 1 41 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m — 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cayley Volcanic Field (119 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 119 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 125 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 128 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 148 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 167 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 8.2 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 5.8 in
March 42°F (6°C) 5.0 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (10°C) 5.7 in
November 42°F (6°C) 9.2 in Wettest
December 38°F (3°C) 8.4 in

Hornby Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.2") and July the driest (1.1").

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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 Density10,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Hornby Island

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCP 98.9 "Jet FM" Courtenay, BC active rock AAC+ 57 kbps
CFPW 95.7 "Coast FM" Powell River, BC classic hits AAC+ 57 kbps
CJAV-FM "The Peak 93.3" Port Alberni, BC adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
The Lounge CHPQ-FM 99.9 Parksville — AAC+ 48 kbps
CIBH 88.5 "The Beach" Parksville, BC adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
CHPQ-FM "The Lounge 99.9" Parksville, BC adult standards, classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CKLR-FM 97.3 "The Eagle" Courtenay, BC hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Hornby Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Comox Air Force Museum
Denman Island Museum & Archives
Heritage Air Park
McLean Mill National Historic Site
Qualicum Beach Museum
Texada Island Museum
Union Bay Museum at the Old Gaolhouse

Libraries in Hornby Island

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dora Drinkwater Community Library0.0
VIRL: Bowser Branch0.0
VIRL: Hornby Island Branch0.0
VIRL: Qualicum Beach Branch0.0
VIRL: Union Bay Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Hornby Island

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Denman Island Farmers’ Market
Old Country Market - Goats on Roof
Qualicum Beach Farmers Market

Gas Stations in Hornby Island

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas Bar

Banks in Hornby Island

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Credit Union

Breweries in Hornby Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fern + Cedar Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Hornby Island

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Washington Alpine Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Hornby Island

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campbell River AirportYBLMedium Airport
Comox Valley International Airport / CFB ComoxYQQMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Alberni Valley Regional AirportYPBSmall Airport
Bamfield Airstrip—Small Airport
Cortes Island (Hansen Airfield) Airport—Small Airport
Courtenay AirparkYCASmall Airport
Smit Field—Small Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hornby Island

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hornby Island

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hornby Island

What is the population of Hornby Island?

Hornby Island has a population of 1,100 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 10,000 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 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 Hornby Island 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 Hornby Island safe?

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

What is the weather like in Hornby Island?

Hornby Island has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches.

How is the job market in Hornby Island?

The unemployment rate in Hornby Island 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 34 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 Hornby Island?

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

How are the schools in Hornby Island?

32.9% of adults in Hornby Island 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 Hornby Island?

The average commute in Hornby Island 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 Hornby Island?

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

Nearby Cities

Denman Island Trust Area, BC 1,165 pop · 5.9 mi Denman Island, BC 1,020 pop · 6.7 mi Royston, BC 1,616 pop · 14.7 mi Comox Valley A, BC 7,926 pop · 15.6 mi qathet D, BC 1,126 pop · 16.2 mi Qualicum Beach, BC 9,303 pop · 16.4 mi Alberni-Clayoquot E, BC 2,946 pop · 17.2 mi Cumberland, BC 4,447 pop · 17.4 mi Courtenay, BC 28,420 pop · 17.9 mi Comox Valley B, BC 7,392 pop · 18.2 mi Comox Valley C, BC 9,158 pop · 18.2 mi Puntledge, BC 1,387 pop · 18.7 mi Alberni-Clayoquot D, BC 1,843 pop · 18.9 mi Alberni-Clayoquot F, BC 1,977 pop · 19.1 mi
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