Saanich, BC

British Columbia

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.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
117,735 Population 2,944/sq mi density
$93,000 Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$93,000 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,000
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population117,735
Median AgeN/A
Density2,944/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment6.8%
PovertyN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units48,050
Rent Burden23.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQIN/A
Rain34.7 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+28.2%
Graduate+11.9%

Community

CommuteN/A

Is Saanich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saanich receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Saanich offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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%.

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. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow.

Saanich has a population of 117,735 with a density of 2,944 people per square mile.

Population

117,735
Total Population
2021 Census
2,944
People / sq mi
40.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Saanich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saanich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saanich is $93,000, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Saanich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,000
24% above US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% 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 Burden23.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%
Renter-Occupied30.8%
Housing Units48,050

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Saanich has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall14.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area40.0 sq mi (103.6 km²)
Population Density2,944/sq mi
Coordinates48.5496°N, 123.3693°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+28.2%
Graduate Degree+11.9%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,944/sq mi
Total Area40.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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