Median Income
$121,000
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.9%
64% higher than US avg
How North Saanich Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population12,235
Median AgeN/A
Density853/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Economy
A
Median Income$121,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment5.9%
PovertyN/A
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units5,010
Rent Burden15.1%
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+25.2%
Graduate+12.0%
Is North Saanich a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, North Saanich receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. North Saanich offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in North Saanich is $121,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places North Saanich among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.
Education
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.2% have completed high school.
North Saanich has a population of 12,235 with a density of 853 people per square mile.
Population
12,235
Total Population
2021 Census
Race & Ethnicity
North Saanich vs U.S. Average
Social Characteristics
North Saanich vs U.S. Average
The median household income in North Saanich is $121,000, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average).
Income: North Saanich vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $121,000 |
| 61% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above US avg |
| |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 88.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.1% |
| Housing Units | 5,010 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: North Saanich vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: North Saanich vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Area | 14.4 sq mi (37.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 853/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.6663°N, 123.4193°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |