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Saanich, BC
British Columbia · Victoria Metro
Saanich is a large city in British Columbia with a population of 117,735. Residents earn $93,000 per year, which is 24% above the national average.
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How Saanich Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
AHousing
FCrime
C+Climate
Education
C+Community
Is Saanich a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Saanich receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Saanich has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Saanich is $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Saanich is $930,000, making it a premium housing market at 230% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,400 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
Education
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.2% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Saanich experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Saanich vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Saanich vs U.S. Average
Income: Saanich vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $93,000 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $55,300 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,063 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 8 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 1 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.6% |
| Public Transit | 8.8% |
| Work from Home | 37.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $930,000 |
| 230% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,400 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 23.5% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.8% |
| Housing Units | 48,050 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Saanich vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 40.0 sq mi (103.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,944/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.5496°N, 123.3693°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK | Meteorological | 38.0 m | — | 142 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 62 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (117 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 117 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 147 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 174 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
Saanich has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 39°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.7% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 28.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 11.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2,944/sq mi |
| Total Area | 40.0 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Restaurants | 2 |
| Retail Stores | 1 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 21.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.6% |
| Public Transit | 8.8% |
| Work from Home | 37.4% |
Colleges & Universities in Saanich
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camosun College - Interurban Campus | — | — | — | — | — |
| Camosun College Lansdowne | — | — | — | — | — |
| Inlingua | — | — | — | — | — |
| Pacific Design Academy | — | — | — | — | — |
| Pearson College UWC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Queenswood Campus | — | — | — | — | — |
| Royal Roads University | — | — | — | — | — |
| University of Victoria | — | — | — | — | — |
| University of Victoria | — | — | — | — | — |
| West Coast College of Massage Therapy | — | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Saanich
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBC Radio One - Victoria, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KSQM (US) | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| CJSU-FM 89.7 "Sun FM" Duncan, BC | adult hits | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| KARI-AM 550 (US) | — | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Saanich
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | ||||
| British Columbia Aviation Museum | ||||
| Central Saanich Fire Museum | ||||
| Centre of the Universe | ||||
| CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum - NAD20 | ||||
| CFB Esquimalt Naval & Military Museum - NAD29 | ||||
| Craigdarroch Castle | ||||
| Craigflower Manor | ||||
| Craigflower Schoolhouse | ||||
| Emily Carr House | ||||
| Gorge Waterway Nature House | ||||
| Helmcken House | ||||
| Henderson Hangar | ||||
| Heritage Acres | ||||
| Main Hangar | ||||
| Maritime Museum of British Columbia | ||||
| Metchosin Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Metchosin School Museum | ||||
| Miniature World | ||||
| Pemberton Memorial Operating Room | ||||
| Pender Islands Museum | ||||
| Point Ellice House | ||||
| Restoration Hangar | ||||
| Royal BC Museum | ||||
| Saint Ann's Schoolhouse | ||||
| Sidney Museum and Archives | ||||
| Thunderbird Park | ||||
| Victoria Chinatown Museum | ||||
| Wentworth Villa |
Libraries in Saanich
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Batey Library & Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| BC Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| Greater Victoria Public Library - Bruce Hutchison Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Central Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Central Saanich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Emily Carr Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Esquimalt Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Goudy Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Juan de Fuca Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Langford Heritage Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Nellie McClung Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Oak Bay Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: Saanich Centennial Library Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| GVPL: sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Lounge | 0.0 | |||||
| McPherson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pender Island Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Piers Island Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sidney Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: Sidney / North Saanich Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VIRL: South Cowichan Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Saanich
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esquimalt Farmers Market | |||||
| Esquimalt Farmers Market | |||||
| Food Truck Festival | |||||
| Gorge Farmers Market | |||||
| James Bay Market | |||||
| Metchosin Farmers Market | |||||
| Moss Street Farmers Market | |||||
| North Saanich Farm Market | |||||
| Oaklands Sunset Market | |||||
| Pender Island Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Peninsula Country Market |
Veterinaries in Saanich
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saanich
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Saanich
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Saanich
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brass Monkey Taproom | ||||
| Category 12 | ||||
| Hoyne Brewing Company | ||||
| Île Sauvage Brewing Company | ||||
| Lighthouse Brewing Company | ||||
| Phillips Tasting Room | ||||
| Salt Spring Island Ales | ||||
| Spinnakers | ||||
| Twin Island Cider | ||||
| V2V Black Hops Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Saanich
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Cell Towers in Saanich
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 236 AFTERGLOW DRIVE (102271) | MTOWER | 28 |
| 236 AFTERGLOW DRIVE (102271) | MTOWER | 28 |
Amtrak Stations in Saanich
2 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria, BC | 721 Douglas St. | BUS |
| Victoria, BC | 254 Belleville Street | BUS |
Airports Near Saanich
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Orcas Island Airport | ESD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Whidbey Island Naval Air Station (Ault Field) | NUW | Medium Airport |
| William R Fairchild International Airport | CLM | Medium Airport |
| AJ Eisenberg Airport | ODW | Small Airport |
| Allan Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anacortes Airport | OTS | Small Airport |
| Big Andy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blakely Island Airport | BYW | Small Airport |
| Blue Heron Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Ribbon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Center Island Airport | CWS | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coupeville Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Coupeville Nolf Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cypress Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur /Jones/ Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur Shores Airport | DTR | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Diamond Point Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Duncan Airport | DUQ | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grand View International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Jefferson County International Airport | TWD | Small Airport |
| Kimshan Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| King Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lawson Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Olympic Field | — | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Port Angeles Cgas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quamichan Lake (Raven Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rake's Glen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Rucilla's Roost Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sequim Valley Airport | SQV | Small Airport |
| Shaw Island AIrport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinclair Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Saanich
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Maven Pelvic Health | ||
| Sobering & Assessment Centre | ||
| Victoria Mental Health & Substance Use |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saanich
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Of Alaska Orthodox Church | |
| Elk Lake Baptist Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Saanich
What is the population of Saanich?
Saanich has a population of 117,735 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 2,944 people per square mile, spread across 40.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is Saanich expensive to live in?
The median household income is $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $930,000 (230% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,400 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Saanich safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Saanich receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Saanich?
Saanich has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 14.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Saanich?
The unemployment rate in Saanich is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,063. There are 8 business establishments in the area, including 2 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 37.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Saanich?
The median home value in Saanich is $930,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,400. The homeownership rate is 69.2%.
How are the schools in Saanich?
21.7% of adults in Saanich hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.2% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Saanich?
The average commute in Saanich is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.6% of workers drive alone to work, 8.8% use public transit, and 37.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Saanich?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Saanich is 75% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino, 20.4% Asian. 76.4% of residents speak only English at home.