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Lantzville, BC

British Columbia

Lantzville is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 3,817. Residents earn $99,000 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,817 Population 357/sq mi density
$99,000 Median Income $58,750 per capita
$850,000 Home Value
$1,450 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 244 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$99,000 median income, 6.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$850,000 home value, $1,450/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $99,000
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $850,000
202% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,450
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,817
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density357/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$99,000
Per Capita$58,750
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty6.7%
Commute23 min

Housing

D
Home Value$850,000
Rent$1,450
Ownership87.2%
Housing Units1,520
Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+29.9%
Graduate+6.9%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Lantzville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lantzville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Lantzville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lantzville is $99,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 32% above $75,149. This places Lantzville among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lantzville is $850,000, making it a premium housing market at 202% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,450 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.6x, 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

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lantzville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches.

Lantzville has a population of 3,817 with a density of 357 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 3.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.9% of residents.

Population

3,817
Total Population
2021 Census
357
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lantzville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 6.2%

Social Characteristics

Lantzville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lantzville is $99,000, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,750 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,130, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 118 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 28.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lantzville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,000
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,750
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)118

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home28.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lantzville is $850,000, 202% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,450 (25% above the national average of $1,163). 87.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,520 total housing units in the city. 19.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$850,000
202% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,450
25% above US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.2%
Owner-Occupied87.2%
Renter-Occupied12.8%
Housing Units1,520

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, Lantzville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lantzville 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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Lantzville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.7 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates49.2454°N, 124.0755°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.6"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.11"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

252 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M3.7 on Aug 19, 2025.

Apr 14, 1990 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington M5.0 147 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 63 km
Jan 8, 2015 19 km E of Tofino, Canada M4.8 115 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 117 km
Jan 24, 2020 46 km WNW of Neah Bay, Washington M4.5 112 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 33 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 145 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 110 km
Jan 23, 2001 9 km NNW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.3 112 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 109 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 74 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 145 km
May 8, 1999 17 km NW of Tofino, Canada M4.0 145 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 146 km
Dec 25, 1999 40 km SW of Ucluelet, Canada M4.0 147 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 96 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 89 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 79 km
Nov 20, 1994 26 km N of Ucluelet, Canada M3.9 106 km
May 16, 2001 35 km NE of Tofino, Canada M3.9 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 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 92 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m 145 km
1958 RIPPLE ROCK, BC Earthquake + Landslide 0.5 m 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 103 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 109 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 113 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 159 km
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 173 km
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 8.1 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 5.4 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.7 in
November 42°F (5°C) 8.1 in Wettest
December 37°F (3°C) 8.0 in

Lantzville has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.1") and July the driest (1.1").

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15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school. 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
56% below US avg
High School+29.9%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density357/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home28.3%

Schools in Lantzville

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aspen Grove School
Seaview Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Lantzville

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
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

Museums in Lantzville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gabriola Museum
Museum of Natural History
Nanaimo Museum
Nanaimo Museum
Parksville Museum
Protection Island Museum
Vancouver Island Military Museum

Libraries in Lantzville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
305 - Library0.0
VIRL: Gabriola Island Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo North Branch0.0
VIRL: Nanaimo Wellington Branch0.0
VIRL: Parksville Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Lantzville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cedar Farmers Market
Gabriola Agricultural Co-op Farmers Market
Island Roots
Ruby's Corner Food Stand

Cafes in Lantzville

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Two Sparrows

Cinemas in Lantzville

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avalon
Landmark Cinemas

Clinics in Lantzville

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eye Care Nanaimo
Lantzville Clinic
Skin Care West Dermatology

Dentists in Lantzville

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eagle Point Dental
Lantzville Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Lantzville

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #5376908126
Co-op
Petro-Canada

Banks in Lantzville

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BMO
Island Savings
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank

Shopping Malls in Lantzville

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Woodgrove Centre

Gyms in Lantzville

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tiger Martial Arts

Golf Courses in Lantzville

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Winchelsea View Golf Course

Breweries in Lantzville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Longwood Brewery
Mount Arrowsmith Brewery
White Sails Brewery
Wolf Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Lantzville

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Dakota Ridge Recreation Site 0.0 $0

Airports Near Lantzville

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Victoria International AirportYYJLarge Airport
Nanaimo AirportYCDMedium Airport
Powell River AirportYPWMedium Airport
Qualicum Beach AirportXQUMedium Airport
Duncan AirportDUQSmall Airport
Long Harbour AirportSmall Airport
Michell AirparkSmall Airport
Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) AirportSmall Airport
Sechelt-Gibsons AirportYHSSmall Airport
Texada Gillies Bay AirportYGBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lantzville

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lantzville
Woodgrove

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lantzville

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lantzville Heritage Church

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Waterfalls
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lantzville

What is the population of Lantzville?

Lantzville has a population of 3,817 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 357 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.6% male.

Is Lantzville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $99,000, 32% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $850,000 (202% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,450 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Lantzville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lantzville?

Lantzville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches.

How is the job market in Lantzville?

The unemployment rate in Lantzville is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,130. There are 118 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 28.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lantzville?

The median home value in Lantzville is $850,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,450. The homeownership rate is 87.2%.

How are the schools in Lantzville?

15.0% of adults in Lantzville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school. 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lantzville?

The average commute in Lantzville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lantzville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lantzville is 95.3% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 3.4% Asian. 92.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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