Prince George, BC

British Columbia

Prince George is a mid-size city in British Columbia with a population of 76,708. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
76,708 Population 627/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent 15.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 9.4% unemployment
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg

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

People

Population76,708
Median AgeN/A
Density627/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

B
Median Income$88,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment9.4%
PovertyN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31,795
Rent Burden15.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQIN/A
Rain25.2 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+34.0%
Graduate+4.9%

Community

CommuteN/A

Is Prince George a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prince George receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Prince George has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prince George is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Prince George has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches, including 64.8 inches of snow.

Prince George has a population of 76,708 with a density of 627 people per square mile.

Population

76,708
Total Population
2021 Census
627
People / sq mi
122.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Prince George vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Prince George vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prince George is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Prince George vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% 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 Burden15.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.1%
Renter-Occupied31.9%
Housing Units31,795

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Prince George vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Prince George vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Prince George has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall64.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area122.3 sq mi (316.7 km²)
Population Density627/sq mi
Coordinates53.9166°N, 122.7530°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+34.0%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density627/sq mi
Total Area122.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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