South Surrey, BC
British Columbia · Vancouver Metro
South Surrey is a mid-size city in British Columbia with a population of 77,170. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
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How South Surrey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
C+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is South Surrey a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, South Surrey receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. South Surrey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in South Surrey 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 South Surrey 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
South Surrey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
South Surrey vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
South Surrey vs U.S. Average
Income: South Surrey 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) | 191 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 12 |
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 | 30,868 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: South Surrey 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 | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 123.8 sq mi (320.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 623/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.0500°N, 122.7917°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 | — | 73 km |
| 1891 | WASHINGTON | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.4 m | — | 128 km |
| 1820 | CAMANO ISLAND, WA | Meteorological | — | — | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (78 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 78 km |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 90 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Glacier Peak | Stratovolcano | 3,213 m (10,541 ft) | 1700 | 162 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 183 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 8.3 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
South Surrey has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 37°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.4") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 623/sq mi |
| Total Area | 123.8 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Retail Stores | 12 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 22.1% |
Schools in South Surrey
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star of the Sea | — | — | — | — |
| Rosemary Heights Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Morgan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sunnyside Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jessie Lee Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| White Rock Christian Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Semiahmoo Trail Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Pacific Heights Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Edgewood Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Grandview Heights Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ta'talu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Southridge School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near South Surrey
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80's New Wave Radio | 80's, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream | blues, classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC | 13 languages, multicultural | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC | multicultural, multilingual | AAC 50 kbps | |
| SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 | abbotsford, punjab | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC | smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CITR - University of British Columbia | campus radio, eclectic | AAC | |
| CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC | new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary | AAC 132 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Ritmo X99 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC | campus radio, student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Bonita X101 | 2000s, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KARI-AM 550 (US) | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC | classic hits, community radio | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RED FM | media discussion, punjabi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Praise 106.5 (US) | christian contemporary | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in South Surrey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FERNDALE FOSSIL COMPANY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3603844209 | $152,326 | |
| DRAYTON HARBOR MARITIME | GENERAL MUSEUM | $28,916 | ||
| OLD SETTLERS ASSOCIATION OF WHATCOM COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $22,118 | ||
| FERNDALE HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2004 CHERRY STREET | 3603846461 | |
| HILL HOUSE MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2093696073 | ||
| POINT ROBERTS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 655 PAULS RD | 3609453060 | |
| SEMIHMOO LIGHTHOUSE RESURRECTION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| Anvil Centre | ||||
| Archery Museum | ||||
| BC Farm Museum | ||||
| Canadian Historical Railroad Association | ||||
| Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame | ||||
| Canadian Museum of Flight | ||||
| Cloverdale Station | ||||
| Cloverdale Station | ||||
| Deeley Motorcycle Exhibition | ||||
| Fort Langley | ||||
| Fort Langley CN Station | ||||
| Fraser River Discovery Centre | ||||
| Haney House | ||||
| Irving House | ||||
| Mackin Heritage House | ||||
| Maple Ridge Museum | ||||
| Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum | ||||
| Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology | ||||
| Museum of Surrey | ||||
| Museum of Surrey | ||||
| Nature House at Red Barn | ||||
| New Westminster Museum | ||||
| Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre | ||||
| Pitt Meadows Art Gallery | ||||
| Pitt Meadows Museum General Store | ||||
| Pitt Meadows Museum Hoffman | ||||
| PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives | ||||
| PoMo Museum | ||||
| Port Moody Station Museum;Port Moody Station | ||||
| S.P.A.R.C. Museum | ||||
| Stewart Farmhouse | ||||
| Stewart Farmhouse | ||||
| Surrey Archives | ||||
| Surrey Archives | ||||
| The General Store | ||||
| The Samson V Museum | ||||
| White Rock Museum & Archives | ||||
| White Rock Museum & Archives |
Libraries in South Surrey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| BCIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bob Prittie Metrotown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: McGill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: McGill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| BPL: Tommy Douglas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brookswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnaby South Library Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnaby South Library Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPL: City Centre Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| CPL: Poirier Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Dean Drysdale Library - Walnut Grove | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fort Langley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fraser Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fraser Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: City of Langley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: George Mackie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Maple Ridge Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Murrayville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Pitt Meadows Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FVRL: Terry Fox Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| McGill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Muriel Arnason Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Norma Marion Alloway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NWPL: New Westminster Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NWPL: Queensborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NWPL: Queensborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ocean Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Moody Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Moody Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SE 14 | 0.0 | |||||
| Semiahmoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Semiahmoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: City Centre Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Clayton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Clayton Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Cloverdale Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Guildford Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| SL: Port Kells Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strawberry Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VPL: Champlain Heights Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| VPL: Champlain Heights Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| WAC Bennett Library | 0.0 | |||||
| White Rock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in South Surrey
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market | |||||
| Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market | |||||
| Burnaby Farmer's Market | |||||
| Burnaby Farmer's Market | |||||
| Ferndale Farmers Market | Riverwalk Park | ||||
| Fort Langley Village Farmers' Market | |||||
| New West Famers Market | |||||
| New West Famers Market | |||||
| Olive The Best | |||||
| Olive The Best | |||||
| Poirier Street Farmer's Market | |||||
| River Market | |||||
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| The Cloverdale Market | |||||
| White Rock Farmers' Market |
Hotels in South Surrey
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in South Surrey
14 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in South Surrey
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in South Surrey
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in South Surrey
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in South Surrey
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in South Surrey
6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in South Surrey
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in South Surrey
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in South Surrey
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in South Surrey
14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in South Surrey
6 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in South Surrey
15 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in South Surrey
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in South Surrey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| 3 Dogs Brewing | ||||
| Boardwalk Brewery | ||||
| Brave Brewing Co | ||||
| Brave Brewing Co | ||||
| Camp Beer | ||||
| Central City Brewers & Distillers | ||||
| Dageraad Brewing | ||||
| Dageraad Brewing | ||||
| Dead Frog Brewery | ||||
| Farm Country Brewing | ||||
| Five Roads Brewing | ||||
| Foamers' Folly Brewing | ||||
| Four Winds | ||||
| Four Winds | ||||
| Frank & Stein Dogs & Draft | American, Hot Dogs, Ferndale, WA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Ferndale Brewers, (1), , wholesale, ma | 2030 Main St | 3603830707 | |
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Galaxie Public House | ||||
| Hillcrest Brewing | ||||
| Hillcrest Brewing | ||||
| Maple Meadows Brewing | ||||
| Mariner Brewing | ||||
| Northpaw Brewing | ||||
| Patina Brewing | ||||
| Rewind Beer Co | ||||
| Rewind Tasting Room | ||||
| Rewind Tasting Room | ||||
| Ridge Brewing | ||||
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| Russell Brewing | ||||
| Steel & Oak Brewing | ||||
| Steel & Oak Brewing | ||||
| The Beer Shack | ||||
| The Parkside Brewery | ||||
| The Parkside Brewery | ||||
| The Parkside Brewery | ||||
| The Patch Brewery Laity Farms | ||||
| Tinhouse Brewing | ||||
| Trading Post Brewery and Tasting Room | ||||
| Train Wreck Brewing | ||||
| Twin Sails Brewery | ||||
| Twin Sails Brewery | ||||
| Wheels and Wine | Brewery Tours, Wine Tours & Tastings, Tours, Food & Drink | 6224 Malloy Ave | 13602241016 | |
| White Rock Beach Beer Brewery | ||||
| White Rock Beach Beer Brewery | ||||
| Yellow Dog Brewing | ||||
| Yellow Dog Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in South Surrey
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Stadium | ||
| Stetson Bowl |
Ski Resorts Near South Surrey
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Seymour | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Grouse Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Cypress Mountain | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Cell Towers in South Surrey
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 6065 Kickerville Road (11408) | LTOWER | 63 |
| 6065 Kickerville Road (11408) | LTOWER | 63 |
| 5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358) | MTOWER | 45 |
| 5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358) | MTOWER | 45 |
Superfund Sites Near South Surrey
3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BP CHERRY POINT REFINERY | 4519 GRANDVIEW RD | WHATCOM |
| CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY | 3901 UNICK RD | WHATCOM |
| CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY | 3901 UNICK RD | WHATCOM |
Airports Near South Surrey
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Victoria International Airport | YYJ | Large Airport |
| Abbotsford International Airport | YXX | Medium Airport |
| Bellingham International Airport | BLI | Medium Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Friday Harbor Airport | FRD | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Orcas Island Airport | ESD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Whidbey Island Naval Air Station (Ault Field) | NUW | Medium Airport |
| Acme Field | — | Small Airport |
| Allan Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Anacortes Airport | OTS | Small Airport |
| Barker Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bayview Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Becker's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blakely Island Airport | BYW | Small Airport |
| Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone | — | Small Airport |
| Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Butler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Center Island Airport | CWS | Small Airport |
| Clam Harbor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crane Island Airstrip | CKR | Small Airport |
| Crow Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cypress Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur /Jones/ Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Decatur Shores Airport | DTR | Small Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Eliza Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Floathaven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Friday West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Horse Fly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| J C's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kendall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| King Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Long Harbour Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lopez Island Airport | LPS | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Mist Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Michell Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Riverside Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Harbor Airport | RCE | Small Airport |
| Shaw Island AIrport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinclair Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skagit Regional Airport | MVW | Small Airport |
| Squamish Airport | YSE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in South Surrey
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Morgan Heights | |
| Sunnyside Village Mall | |
| The UPS Store |
Treatment Centers in South Surrey
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bayshore Therapy & Rehabilitation | ||
| Canadian Addiction Treatment Centre | ||
| Charlford House Society for Women | ||
| John Volken Academy | ||
| New Westminster Mental Health and Substance Use Services | ||
| Synergy Rehab | ||
| Timber Creek Tertiary Care Facility | ||
| Westminster House |
Churches & Religious Organizations in South Surrey
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gracepoint Community Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Peace Portal Alliance Church | |
| Peninsula United Church | |
| Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Parish | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| White Rock Muslim Association - Musallah |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About South Surrey
What is the population of South Surrey?
South Surrey has a population of 77,170 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 623 people per square mile, spread across 123.8 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 South Surrey 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 South Surrey safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, South Surrey receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in South Surrey?
South Surrey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches, with 31.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in South Surrey?
The unemployment rate in South Surrey 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 191 business establishments in the area, including 106 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 22.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in South Surrey?
The median home value in South Surrey is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in South Surrey?
32.9% of adults in South Surrey 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 South Surrey?
The average commute in South Surrey 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 South Surrey?
The racial and ethnic makeup of South Surrey is 93.4% White, 4.5% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.
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