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Whistler, BC
Full City Profile · British Columbia
Whistler, BC
At a Glance
How Whistler Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whistler's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whistler a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whistler residents earn a median household income of $99,000 , which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,350. The unemployment rate stands at 17.5% (386% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 433 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whistler is $1,200,000 , 326% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,780/month, with 34.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
25.9% of adults in Whistler hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 28.6% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Whistler has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.5 inches.