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%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQIN/A
Rain53.9 in/yr
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+31.7%
Graduate+7.0%
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
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
| Median HH Income | $98,000 |
| 30% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.6% |
| 139% above US avg |
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Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 69.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.5% |
| Housing Units | 185,670 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Surrey vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Surrey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.9 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 35.9 inches/yr |
Geography
| Area | 122.1 sq mi (316.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,657/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.1064°N, 122.8251°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |