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North Cowichan, BC
Full City Profile · British Columbia
North Cowichan, BC
At a Glance
How North Cowichan Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Cowichan's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Cowichan a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Cowichan residents earn a median household income of $78,500 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,480. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 992 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Cowichan is $600,000 , 113% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,070/month, with 18.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
11.7% of adults in North Cowichan hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 32.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
North Cowichan has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches.