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Squamish, BC
British Columbia · Vancouver Metro
Squamish is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 23,819. Residents earn $111,000 per year, which is 48% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Squamish Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
AHousing
DCrime
C+Climate
Education
C+Community
Is Squamish a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Squamish receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Squamish has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Squamish is $111,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 48% above $75,149. This places Squamish among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Squamish is $1,000,000, making it a premium housing market at 255% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,840 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9x, 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
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Squamish experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 84.2 inches, including 228.0 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Squamish vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Squamish vs U.S. Average
Income: Squamish vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $111,000 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $62,050 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,193 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 738 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 37.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $1,000,000 |
| 255% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,840 |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.4% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.0% |
| Housing Units | 9,185 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Squamish 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 | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 40.4 sq mi (104.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 589/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.6993°N, 123.1563°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | - | 87 km |
| 1946 | BRITISH COLUMBIA | Eruption + Earthquake | 9.0 m | 1 | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Garibaldi (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Garibaldi | Stratovolcano | 2,678 m (8,786 ft) | -8060 | 20 km |
| Garibaldi Lake | Volcanic field | 2,316 m (7,598 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Cayley Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 2,375 m (7,792 ft) | Unknown | 48 km |
| Meager | Complex | 2,680 m (8,793 ft) | -410 | 106 km |
| Bridge River Cones | Volcanic field | 2,500 m (8,202 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Baker | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,285 m (10,778 ft) | 1880 | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 12.1 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 7.8 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 10.9 in | Coldest |
Squamish has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 31°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.1") and July the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.9% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 26.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 9.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 589/sq mi |
| Total Area | 40.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 28.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 37.9% |
Colleges & Universities in Squamish
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capilano University - Squamish Campus | - | - | - | - | - |
Schools in Squamish
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Squamish Elementary | - | - | - | - |
| Howe Sound Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Squamish
13 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 | |
| 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 | |
| CITR - University of British Columbia | campus radio, eclectic | AAC | |
| CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC | smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC | classic hits, community radio | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| La Bonita X101 | 2000s, 60s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC | campus radio, student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ritmo X99 | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Squamish
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Museum of British Columbia | ||||
| The Britannia Mine Museum |
Libraries in Squamish
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Squamish Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Squamish
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Market |
Hotels in Squamish
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Squamish
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Squamish
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Squamish
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Squamish
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Squamish
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Squamish
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-Frame Brewing | ||||
| Backcountry Brewing | ||||
| Cliffside Cider | ||||
| Howe Sound Brewing | ||||
| Northyards Cider Co. |
Ski Resorts Near Squamish
9 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 | - | - | - |
| Dakota Ridge Recreation Site | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Whistler Blackcomb | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Blackcomb Tube Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Old Blackcomb Halfpipe | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Biathlon Range | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Callaghan | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Squamish
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | Large Airport |
| Boundary Bay Airport | YDT | Medium Airport |
| Langley Airport | YLY | Medium Airport |
| Nanaimo Airport | YCD | Medium Airport |
| Pitt Meadows Regional Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Delta Heritage Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Langley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Intergalactic Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Lynden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pemberton Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Point Roberts Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Sechelt-Gibsons Airport | YHS | Small Airport |
| Squamish Airport | YSE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Squamish
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Squamish Main | |
| The Chieftain |
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What is the population of Squamish?
Squamish has a population of 23,819 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 589 people per square mile, spread across 40.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.6% male.
Is Squamish expensive to live in?
The median household income is $111,000, 48% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,000,000 (255% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,840 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Squamish safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Squamish receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Squamish?
Squamish 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 70°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.2 inches, with 228.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Squamish?
The unemployment rate in Squamish is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,193. There are 738 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 37.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Squamish?
The median home value in Squamish is $1,000,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,840. The homeownership rate is 70.1%.
How are the schools in Squamish?
22.9% of adults in Squamish hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school. 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Squamish?
The average commute in Squamish is 29 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.9% use public transit, and 37.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Squamish?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Squamish is 84.7% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 11.9% Asian. 79.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish.