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West Vancouver, BC
Full City Profile · British Columbia
West Vancouver, BC
At a Glance
How West Vancouver Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Vancouver's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Vancouver a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Vancouver residents earn a median household income of $104,000 , which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $114,500. The unemployment rate stands at 9.4% (161% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,368 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Vancouver is $2,500,000 , 787% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $2,060/month, with 39.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
28.1% of adults in West Vancouver hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 23.1% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
West Vancouver has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches.