North Vancouver, BC

British Columbia

North Vancouver is a mid-size city in British Columbia with a population of 58,120. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
58,120 Population 12,725/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent 33.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 7.5% unemployment
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
26.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population58,120
Median AgeN/A
Density12,725/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

B+
Median Income$86,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment7.5%
PovertyN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units27,290
Rent Burden33.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQIN/A
Rain90.8 in/yr
Elevation223 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+23.1%
Graduate+12.3%

Community

CommuteN/A

Is North Vancouver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Vancouver 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 Vancouver offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Vancouver is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Vancouver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 90.8 inches, including 75.0 inches of snow.

North Vancouver has a population of 58,120 with a density of 12,725 people per square mile.

Population

58,120
Total Population
2021 Census
12,725
People / sq mi
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

North Vancouver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

North Vancouver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Vancouver is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: North Vancouver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.3%
Renter-Occupied46.7%
Housing Units27,290

Property Tax

Health Metrics: North Vancouver vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: North Vancouver vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

North Vancouver has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 90.8 inches.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall90.8 inches
139% above US avg
Snowfall75.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density12,725/sq mi
Coordinates49.3164°N, 123.0693°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.9%
20% below US avg
High School+23.1%
Graduate Degree+12.3%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density12,725/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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