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White Rock, BC

British Columbia · Vancouver Metro

White Rock is a small city in British Columbia with a population of 21,939. Residents earn $73,000 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
21,939 Population 10,983/sq mi density
$73,000 Median Income $61,650 per capita
$900,000 Home Value
$1,360 Median Rent 32.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 231 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$73,000 median income, 8.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$900,000 home value, $1,360/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,000
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $900,000
219% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,360
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population21,939
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density10,983/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,000
Per Capita$61,650
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty12.8%
Commute31 min

Housing

F
Home Value$900,000
Rent$1,360
Ownership64.8%
Housing Units10,735
Rent Burden32.4%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+30.3%
Graduate+9.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is White Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. White Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Rock is $73,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Rock is $900,000, making it a premium housing market at 219% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

White Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow.

White Rock has a population of 21,939 with a density of 10,983 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.5% female and 45.4% male. The city is predominantly White (76.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black, 19.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 74.5% of residents.

Population

21,939
Total Population
2021 Census
10,983
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

White Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 74.5%
5% below US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 24.2%

Social Characteristics

White Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Rock is $73,000, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $61,650 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,186, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 680 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 34.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: White Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,000
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$61,650
Avg Weekly Wage$1,186

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)680

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit5.7%
Work from Home34.8%

Walkability

The median home value in White Rock is $900,000, 219% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,360 (17% above the national average of $1,163). 64.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 10,735 total housing units in the city. 32.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$900,000
219% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,360
17% above US avg
Rent Burden32.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.8%
Owner-Occupied64.8%
Renter-Occupied35.2%
Housing Units10,735

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, White Rock receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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White Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density10,983/sq mi
Coordinates49.0205°N, 122.7951°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 21.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.41"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

381 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 21, 2025.

Apr 14, 1990 4 km ENE of Deming, Washington M5.0 50 km
Feb 21, 2025 28 km W of Squamish, Canada M4.8 92 km
Jan 30, 2009 6 km ESE of Lofall, Washington M4.7 138 km
Jul 12, 2019 2 km S of Roosevelt, Washington M4.6 140 km
Mar 3, 2025 2025 Orcas Island, Washington M4.5 46 km
Jun 24, 1997 19 km SSW of Gibsons, Canada M4.4 65 km
Feb 19, 1991 31 km E of Squamish, Canada M4.3 75 km
Apr 2, 1990 2 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.3 49 km
Sep 21, 2002 9 km SW of Friday Harbor, Washington M4.1 64 km
Feb 22, 1996 31 km NNE of South Pender Harbour, Canada M4.1 126 km
Apr 14, 1990 2 km ESE of Deming, Washington M4.0 50 km
Apr 3, 1990 3 km ENE of Deming, Washington M4.0 50 km
Sep 26, 2024 12 km E of Saanichton, Canada M4.0 59 km
Dec 27, 2012 12 km E of North Saanich, Canada M4.0 53 km
Jul 1, 2009 4 km SE of Coupeville, Washington M4.0 93 km
Apr 7, 2001 36 km NNW of Neah Bay, Washington M3.9 147 km
Mar 6, 2025 14 km SW of Blyn, Washington M3.9 125 km
Jul 24, 2011 21 km W of Brinnon, Washington M3.9 149 km
Mar 17, 2004 3 km SW of Clear Lake, Washington M3.8 75 km
Sep 8, 2022 7 km WNW of Lofall, Washington M3.7 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 CHEHALIS LAKE, CHILLIWACK Meteorological 38.0 m — 76 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m — 125 km
1820 CAMANO ISLAND, WA Meteorological — — 112 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Baker (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Baker Stratovolcano(es) 3,285 m (10,778 ft) 1880 77 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 93 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 103 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 127 km
Glacier Peak Stratovolcano 3,213 m (10,541 ft) 1700 160 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SILESIA (2,737 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 SILESIA 2,737 94 km
2022 LITTLE CHILL 2,242 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 8.3 in
February 40°F (5°C) 5.7 in
March 44°F (7°C) 5.2 in
April 49°F (10°C) 4.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 5.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 9.4 in Wettest
December 37°F (3°C) 7.6 in Coldest

White Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 37°F in December to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.4") and July the driest (2.1").

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17.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school. 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, while 5.7% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+30.3%
Graduate Degree+9.0%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10,983/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit5.7%
Work from Home34.8%

Schools in White Rock

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Peace Arch Elementary — — — —
Earl Marriott Secondary School — — — —
H. T. Thrift Elementary — — — —
Bayridge Elementary — — — —
Semiahmoo Secondary — — — —
White Rock Elementary — — — —
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Radio Stations near White Rock

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
80's New Wave Radio 80's, alternative MP3 128 kbps
CBC Music Pacific (Vancouver) MP3 Stream blues, classical MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Vancouver, BC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKYE-FM 93.1 "Red FM" Vancouver, BC 13 languages, multicultural AAC+ 32 kbps
CJVB-AM 1470 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC multicultural, multilingual AAC 50 kbps
CHKG-FM 96.1 "Fairchild Radio" Vancouver, BC multicultural, multilingual AAC 50 kbps
SHER E PUNJAB AM 600 abbotsford, punjab AAC 96 kbps
CIWV-FM "Wave 98.3" Vancouver, BC smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
CITR - University of British Columbia campus radio, eclectic AAC
CJJR 93.7 "JR Country" Vancouver, BC country AAC+ 48 kbps
CHLG-FM 104.3 "The Breeze" - Vancouver, BC new format rebranding, soft adult contemporary AAC 132 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Ritmo X99 — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Emily.ca - Emily Carr University of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC campus radio, student radio MP3 192 kbps
La Bonita X101 2000s, 60s MP3 128 kbps
KARI-AM 550 (US) — AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Colombie-Britannique-Yukon, Grand Nord) Vancouver, BC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJNY-FM 106.3 "The Journey" Vancouver, BC classic hits, community radio AAC 64 kbps
RED FM media discussion, punjabi AAC+ 32 kbps
Praise 106.5 (US) christian contemporary MP3 64 kbps

Museums in White Rock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FERNDALE FOSSIL COMPANYGENERAL MUSEUM3603844209$152,326
DRAYTON HARBOR MARITIMEGENERAL MUSEUM$28,916
OLD SETTLERS ASSOCIATION OF WHATCOM COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$22,118
FERNDALE HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2004 CHERRY STREET3603846461
HILL HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2093696073
LUMMI INDIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3603842246
POINT ROBERTS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION655 PAULS RD3609453060
SEMIHMOO LIGHTHOUSE RESURRECTION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
Anvil Centre
Archery Museum
BC Farm Museum
Canadian Historical Railroad Association
Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame
Canadian Museum of Flight
Cloverdale Station
Cloverdale Station
Deeley Motorcycle Exhibition
Fort Langley
Fort Langley CN Station
Fraser River Discovery Centre
Haney House
Irving House
Mackin Heritage House
Maple Ridge Museum
Museum of Surrey
Museum of Surrey
Nature House at Red Barn
New Westminster Museum
Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
Pitt Meadows Art Gallery
Pitt Meadows Museum General Store
Pitt Meadows Museum Hoffman
PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives
S.P.A.R.C. Museum
Stewart Farmhouse
Stewart Farmhouse
Surrey Archives
Surrey Archives
The General Store
The Samson V Museum
White Rock Museum & Archives
White Rock Museum & Archives

Libraries in White Rock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BCIT Library0.0
BCIT Library0.0
Bob Prittie Metrotown Library0.0
BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch0.0
BPL: Temporary Cameron Branch0.0
BPL: Tommy Douglas Library0.0
Brookswood Library0.0
Burnaby South Library Learning Commons0.0
Burnaby South Library Learning Commons0.0
Cameron Library0.0
Cameron Library0.0
CPL: Poirier Branch0.0
Dean Drysdale Library - Walnut Grove0.0
Fleetwood Library0.0
Fleetwood Library0.0
Fort Langley Library0.0
Fraser Library0.0
Fraser Library0.0
FVRL: City of Langley Library0.0
FVRL: George Mackie Library0.0
FVRL: Maple Ridge Public Library0.0
FVRL: Murrayville Library0.0
FVRL: Pitt Meadows Library0.0
FVRL: Terry Fox Library0.0
Library and Learning Centre0.0
Library and Learning Centre0.0
Muriel Arnason Library0.0
Newton Library0.0
Newton Library0.0
Norma Marion Alloway Library0.0
NWPL: New Westminster Public Library0.0
NWPL: Queensborough Library0.0
NWPL: Queensborough Library0.0
Ocean Park Library0.0
SE 140.0
Semiahmoo Library0.0
Semiahmoo Library0.0
SL: City Centre Branch0.0
SL: Clayton Branch0.0
SL: Clayton Branch0.0
SL: Cloverdale Branch0.0
SL: Guildford Branch0.0
SL: Port Kells Branch0.0
Strawberry Hill Library0.0
Strawberry Hill Library0.0
VPL: Champlain Heights Branch0.0
VPL: Champlain Heights Branch0.0
VPL: Collingwood Branch0.0
VPL: Renfrew Branch0.0
White Rock Library0.0

Farmers Markets in White Rock

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market
Burnaby Artisan Farmers' Market
Burnaby Farmer's Market
Burnaby Farmer's Market
Ferndale Farmers MarketRiverwalk Park
Fort Langley Village Farmers' Market
New West Famers Market
New West Famers Market
Poirier Street Farmer's Market
River Market
The Cloverdale Market
The Cloverdale Market
White Rock Farmers' Market

Hotels in White Rock

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ocean Promenade Hotel

Cafes in White Rock

24 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bean Around the World Coffees
Chaiiwala of London
Chez Christophe
Finlay's East Beach Café
Five Corners Cafe
Homeland Café Restaurant Bar
Islands Café
Java Express
Leaf Tea Lounge
Leieve Tea
Leon's Cafe
Overflo. Korea food
Pelican Rouge
Ricardo's Ice Cream, Coffee, Bubble Tea
Sea Side Coffee
Starbucks
The Wafflers
The White Coffee & Ice Cream
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Verandah Cafe by the Beach
Whitby's Coffee House
Zen Tea House

Cinemas in White Rock

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rialto White Rock

Theatres in White Rock

4 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheater
Coast Capital Playhouse
Coast Capital Playhouse
Memorial Park

Monuments in White Rock

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MacCaud Memorial Cairn

Clinics in White Rock

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fraser Health - Diabetes Health Centre

Dentists in White Rock

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Western TCM Clinic
Dr Bogdan Dragomir Dental Clinic
Rock Dental
Semiahmoo Dental Centre

Bus Stations in White Rock

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

White Rock Centre

Gas Stations in White Rock

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Esso
Petro-Canada

Banks in White Rock

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
Coast Capital Savings
Prospera Credit Union
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
Scotiabank
TD
Vancity

Shopping Malls in White Rock

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Johnston Plaza
Semiahmoo Shopping Centre

Gyms in White Rock

4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitness World
PARC Fit & Wellness Centre
The Beach Club
West Beach Pilates Studio

Breweries in White Rock

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
3 Dogs Brewing
3 Dogs Brewing
Boardwalk Brewery
Camp Beer
Central City Brewers & Distillers
Dageraad Brewing
Dageraad Brewing
Dead Frog Brewery
Farm Country Brewing
Five Roads Brewing
Foamers' Folly Brewing
Four Winds
Four Winds
Frank & Stein Dogs & DraftAmerican, Hot Dogs, Ferndale, WA, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Ferndale Brewers, (1), , wholesale, ma2030 Main St3603830707
Galaxie Public House
Galaxie Public House
Galaxie Public House
Hillcrest Brewing
Hillcrest Brewing
Maple Meadows Brewing
Northpaw Brewing
Patina Brewing
Ridge Brewing
Russell Brewing
Russell Brewing
Steel & Oak Brewing
Steel & Oak Brewing
The Beer Shack
The Patch Brewery Laity Farms
Tinhouse Brewing
Trading Post Brewery and Tasting Room
Wheels and WineBrewery Tours, Wine Tours & Tastings, Tours, Food & Drink6224 Malloy Ave13602241016
White Rock Beach Beer Brewery
White Rock Beach Beer Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in White Rock

TeamLeagueDivision
Bear Creek Stadium
Stetson Bowl

Ski Resorts Near White Rock

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mt Seymour 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Grouse Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cypress Mountain 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in White Rock

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6065 Kickerville Road (11408)LTOWER63
6065 Kickerville Road (11408)LTOWER63
5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358)MTOWER45
5690 SEMIAHMOO PARKWAY (11358)MTOWER45

Superfund Sites Near White Rock

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BP CHERRY POINT REFINERY4519 GRANDVIEW RDWHATCOM
CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY3901 UNICK RDWHATCOM
CONOCOPHILLIPS CO FERNDALE REFINERY3901 UNICK RDWHATCOM

Airports Near White Rock

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vancouver International AirportYVRLarge Airport
Victoria International AirportYYJLarge Airport
Abbotsford International AirportYXXMedium Airport
Bellingham International AirportBLIMedium Airport
Boundary Bay AirportYDTMedium Airport
Friday Harbor AirportFRDMedium Airport
Langley AirportYLYMedium Airport
Orcas Island AirportESDMedium Airport
Pitt Meadows Regional Airport—Medium Airport
Whidbey Island Naval Air Station (Ault Field)NUWMedium Airport
Acme Field—Small Airport
Allan Island Airport—Small Airport
Anacortes AirportOTSSmall Airport
Barker Airport—Small Airport
Bayview Farms Airport—Small Airport
Becker's Landing Airport—Small Airport
Blakely Island AirportBYWSmall Airport
Blanchard Mountain Landing Zone—Small Airport
Burden Field-(Rabbit Run) Airport—Small Airport
Butler Field—Small Airport
Center Island AirportCWSSmall Airport
Clam Harbor Airport—Small Airport
Crane Island AirstripCKRSmall Airport
Crow Valley Airport—Small Airport
Cutty Field—Small Airport
Cypress Island Airport—Small Airport
Decatur /Jones/ Airport—Small Airport
Decatur Shores AirportDTRSmall Airport
Delta Heritage Air Park—Small Airport
Eliza Island Airport—Small Airport
Floathaven Airstrip—Small Airport
Fort Langley Airport—Small Airport
Friday West Airport—Small Airport
Horse Fly Airport—Small Airport
Intergalactic Aerodrome—Small Airport
J C's Airport—Small Airport
Kendall Airstrip—Small Airport
King Airport—Small Airport
Long Harbour Airport—Small Airport
Lopez Island AirportLPSSmall Airport
Lynden Airport—Small Airport
Meadow Mist Airport—Small Airport
Michell Airpark—Small Airport
Point Roberts Airpark—Small Airport
Riverside Airport—Small Airport
Roche Harbor AirportRCESmall Airport
Shaw Island AIrport—Small Airport
Sinclair Island Airport—Small Airport
Skagit Regional AirportMVWSmall Airport
Stuart Island AirparkSSWSmall Airport

Post Offices in White Rock

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hillcrest
White Rock

Treatment Centers in White Rock

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bayshore Therapy & Rehabilitation
Canadian Addiction Treatment Centre
John Volken Academy
New Westminster Mental Health and Substance Use Services
Synergy Rehab
Timber Creek Tertiary Care Facility
Westminster House

Churches & Religious Organizations in White Rock

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of the Holy Trinity
Life Church
Salvation Army
St. John's Presbyterian Church
Star of the Sea Church
White Rock Baptist Church
White Rock Community Church

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About White Rock

What is the population of White Rock?

White Rock has a population of 21,939 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 10,983 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.5% female and 45.4% male.

Is White Rock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $73,000, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $900,000 (219% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is White Rock safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, White Rock receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in White Rock?

White Rock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches, with 21.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in White Rock?

The job market in White Rock faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,186. There are 680 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 34.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in White Rock?

The median home value in White Rock is $900,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,360. The homeownership rate is 64.8%.

How are the schools in White Rock?

17.8% of adults in White Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school. 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in White Rock?

The average commute in White Rock is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, 5.7% use public transit, and 34.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of White Rock?

The racial and ethnic makeup of White Rock is 76.3% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino, 19.6% Asian. 74.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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