Vernon, BC

British Columbia

Vernon is a mid-size city in British Columbia with a population of 44,519. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
44,519 Population 1,196/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 8.2% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg

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

People

Population44,519
Median AgeN/A
Density1,196/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,500
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment8.2%
PovertyN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units19,790
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQIN/A
Rain15.7 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+31.4%
Graduate+4.7%

Community

CommuteN/A

Is Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vernon receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Vernon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vernon is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 32.3 inches of snow.

Vernon has a population of 44,519 with a density of 1,196 people per square mile.

Population

44,519
Total Population
2021 Census
1,196
People / sq mi
37.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vernon is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% 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 Burden24.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units19,790

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Vernon has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall32.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area37.2 sq mi (96.4 km²)
Population Density1,196/sq mi
Coordinates50.2673°N, 119.2734°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+31.4%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,196/sq mi
Total Area37.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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