Median Income
$95,000
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Unemployment
9.5%
164% higher than US avg
How Prince Rupert Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population12,300
Median AgeN/A
Density483/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Economy
B
Median Income$95,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment9.5%
PovertyN/A
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units5,085
Rent Burden14.4%
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+33.6%
Graduate+3.9%
Is Prince Rupert a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Prince Rupert 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 Rupert has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Prince Rupert is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high.
Education
10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school.
Prince Rupert has a population of 12,300 with a density of 483 people per square mile.
Population
12,300
Total Population
2021 Census
Race & Ethnicity
Prince Rupert vs U.S. Average
Social Characteristics
Prince Rupert vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Prince Rupert is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average).
Income: Prince Rupert vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $95,000 |
| 26% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.5% |
| 164% above US avg |
| |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 62.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.7% |
| Housing Units | 5,085 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Prince Rupert vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Prince Rupert vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Area | 25.5 sq mi (66.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 483/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.3151°N, 130.3210°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |