Surrey, BC

British Columbia

Surrey is a major city in British Columbia with a population of 568,322. Residents earn $98,000 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
568,322 Population 4,657/sq mi density
$98,000 Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$98,000 median income, 8.6% unemployment
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,000
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg

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

People

Population568,322
Median AgeN/A
Density4,657/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

B+
Median Income$98,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment8.6%
PovertyN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units185,670
Rent Burden26.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQIN/A
Rain53.9 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+31.7%
Graduate+7.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Is Surrey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Surrey receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Surrey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Surrey is $98,000, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Surrey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches, including 35.9 inches of snow.

Surrey has a population of 568,322 with a density of 4,657 people per square mile.

Population

568,322
Total Population
2021 Census
4,657
People / sq mi
122.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Surrey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Surrey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Surrey is $98,000, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Surrey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,000
30% above US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% 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 Burden26.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.5%
Renter-Occupied30.5%
Housing Units185,670

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Surrey has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall35.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area122.1 sq mi (316.1 km²)
Population Density4,657/sq mi
Coordinates49.1064°N, 122.8251°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+31.7%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,657/sq mi
Total Area122.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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