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Burnaby location & demographic data

A data profile of Burnaby, British Columbia — home to about 283,745 people. Explore demographics, housing, and building-permit activity, all from Neighbourly's Canadian location intelligence platform.

Burnaby at a glance

Key demographic and housing indicators for Burnaby.

Population
283,745
Median age
40.4
years
Median household income
$87,000
per year
Homeownership rate
61%
39% rent
Median home value
$1,000,000
Median rent
$1,480
per month
Avg. commute
31 min
Unemployment
10%
Avg. household size
2.4
people

About Burnaby

Burnaby is home to approximately 283,745 residents, with a median age of 40.4. The median household income is $87,000 and 61% of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value sits around $1,000,000, with median rent near $1,480 per month. Residents of Burnaby report an average commute of about 31 min.

Burnaby demographics in detail

Age, income, education, and household breakdowns for Burnaby.

Age distribution

0–1413%
15–2412%
25–4432%
45–6426%
65+17%

Household income

Under $40k21%
$40–79k27%
$80–99k11%
$100–149k20%
$150k+21%

Education (age 25+)

No certificate11%
High school26%
College / trade25%
Bachelor’s or higher38%

Household composition

One-person29%
Couples47%
Multigenerational4%

Neighbourhoods in Burnaby

All 37 neighbourhoods in Burnaby with location data. Select one for local insights.

Districts & sub-areas of Burnaby

Burnaby is made up of 37 lower-tier areas, each with its own data profile.

Burnaby — frequently asked questions

What is the population of Burnaby?

Burnaby has a population of approximately 283,745 residents.

What is the median household income in Burnaby?

The median household income in Burnaby is $87,000 per year.

What is the average home price in Burnaby?

The median dwelling value in Burnaby is approximately $1,000,000.

What is the homeownership rate in Burnaby?

About 61% of homes in Burnaby are owner-occupied, while roughly 39% are rented.

How much is rent in Burnaby?

The median monthly rent in Burnaby is around $1,480.

What is the median age in Burnaby?

The median age in Burnaby is 40.4 years.

What is the average commute time in Burnaby?

Residents of Burnaby have an average commute of about 31 min.

What percentage of Burnaby residents have a university degree?

About 38% of Burnaby residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

How many households in Burnaby earn over $150,000?

Roughly 21% of households in Burnaby have an income of $150,000 or more per year.

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