City / Town · British Columbia

Highlands location & demographic data

A data profile of Highlands, British Columbia — home to about 53,952 people. Explore demographics, housing, and building-permit activity, all from Neighbourly's Canadian location intelligence platform.

Highlands at a glance

Key demographic and housing indicators for Highlands.

Population
53,952
Median age
40.4
years
Median household income
$92,000
per year
Homeownership rate
65%
35% rent
Median home value
$750,000
Median rent
$1,590
per month
Avg. commute
23 min
Unemployment
6%
Avg. household size
2.4
people

About Highlands

Highlands is home to approximately 53,952 residents, with a median age of 40.4. The median household income is $92,000 and 65% of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value sits around $750,000, with median rent near $1,590 per month. Residents of Highlands report an average commute of about 23 min.

Highlands demographics in detail

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

Age distribution

0–1416%
15–2411%
25–4431%
45–6427%
65+16%

Household income

Under $40k14%
$40–79k28%
$80–99k13%
$100–149k24%
$150k+21%

Education (age 25+)

No certificate12%
High school32%
College / trade32%
Bachelor’s or higher24%

Household composition

One-person27%
Couples50%
Multigenerational2%

Highlands — frequently asked questions

What is the population of Highlands?

Highlands has a population of approximately 53,952 residents.

What is the median household income in Highlands?

The median household income in Highlands is $92,000 per year.

What is the average home price in Highlands?

The median dwelling value in Highlands is approximately $750,000.

What is the homeownership rate in Highlands?

About 65% of homes in Highlands are owner-occupied, while roughly 35% are rented.

How much is rent in Highlands?

The median monthly rent in Highlands is around $1,590.

What is the median age in Highlands?

The median age in Highlands is 40.4 years.

What is the average commute time in Highlands?

Residents of Highlands have an average commute of about 23 min.

What percentage of Highlands residents have a university degree?

About 24% of Highlands residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

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

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

The data behind Highlands

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