Richmond, BC

British Columbia

Richmond is a large city in British Columbia with a population of 209,937. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
209,937 Population 4,219/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent 34.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 10.8% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg

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

People

Population209,937
Median AgeN/A
Density4,219/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment10.8%
PovertyN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units81,080
Rent Burden34.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQIN/A
Rain55.2 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+28.7%
Graduate+8.7%

Community

CommuteN/A

Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richmond receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Richmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richmond is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow.

Richmond has a population of 209,937 with a density of 4,219 people per square mile.

Population

209,937
Total Population
2021 Census
4,219
People / sq mi
49.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richmond is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% 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 Burden34.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.3%
Renter-Occupied28.7%
Housing Units81,080

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Richmond vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Richmond has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall31.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area49.8 sq mi (128.9 km²)
Population Density4,219/sq mi
Coordinates49.1700°N, 123.1368°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+28.7%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,219/sq mi
Total Area49.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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