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Sardis, BC
British Columbia · Abbotsford-Mission Metro
Sardis is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 10,010. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
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How Sardis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
C+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Sardis a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sardis receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Sardis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sardis is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sardis is $560,468, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, 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
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Sardis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.2 inches, including 47.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Sardis vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sardis vs U.S. Average
Income: Sardis vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,768 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,858 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $901 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $560,468 |
| 99% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,072 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 4,004 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Sardis 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 | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 216 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 127.5 sq mi (330.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.1333°N, 121.9500°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 | — | 37 km |
| 1905 | THOMPSON RIVER | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 15 | 149 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 41 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 110 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 129 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 8.9 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 8.4 in | Coldest |
Sardis has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 34°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.1") and August the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Total Area | 127.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Schools in Sardis
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sardis Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sardis Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sardis
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIVL-FM 103.9 University of the Fraser Valley - Abbotsford, BC | campus radio, university radio | MP3 | |
| CKKS-FM 107.5 "Sonic" Chilliwack, BC | modern rock, re-branding new format | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CHWK-FM 89.5 "JR Country" Chilliwack, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Sardis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK MOUNTAIN FORESTRY CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 3605991738 | ||
| Agassiz Harrison Museum | ||||
| CFBCHS Chilliwack Military Museum | ||||
| Chilliwack Museum | ||||
| Dicken's Sweets & British Museum | ||||
| Kilby General Store |
Libraries in Sardis
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVRL: Agassiz Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Chilliwack Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Sardis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Yarrow Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sardis
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chilliwack Community Market | |||||
| Hofstede's Country Barn | |||||
| Market at the Coliseum |
Cafes in Sardis
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sardis
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sardis
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sardis
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sardis
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sardis
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sardis
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sardis
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sardis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Fork The | Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Pizza, Restaurants, Italian, Pub Food | 6186 Mt Baker Hwy | 3605992337 | Visit |
| Old Yale Brewing | ||||
| Raven's Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Sardis
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sardis
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Baker | 100.0 | 10 | 1,525 | $50 | November - May | — | Yes |
| Sasquatch Mountain Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sardis
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford International Airport | YXX | Medium Airport |
| Bellingham International Airport | BLI | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Acme Field | — | Small Airport |
| Anacortes Airport | OTS | Small Airport |
| Bayview Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Becker's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone | — | Small Airport |
| Butler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Chilliwack Airport | YCW | Small Airport |
| Cutty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cypress Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eliza Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Floathaven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hope Airport / FVRD Regional Airpark | YHE | Small Airport |
| Horse Fly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mears Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pretty Estates Resort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinclair Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skagit Regional Airport | MVW | Small Airport |
| West Wind Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sardis
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| Sardis |
Treatment Centers in Sardis
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Apollo Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sardis
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Carman United Church | |
| Sardis Fellowship Baptist Church |
Frequently Asked Questions About Sardis
What is the population of Sardis?
Sardis has a population of 10,010 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 127.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
Is Sardis expensive to live in?
The median household income is $76,768, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $560,468 (99% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Sardis safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sardis receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Sardis?
Sardis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.2 inches, with 47.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sardis?
The unemployment rate in Sardis is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $901. There are 310 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Sardis?
The median home value in Sardis is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Sardis?
32.9% of adults in Sardis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Sardis?
The average commute in Sardis is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 22.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Sardis?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sardis is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.