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Sooke location & demographic data

A data profile of Sooke, British Columbia — home to about 20,131 people. Explore demographics, housing, and building-permit activity, all from Neighbourly's Canadian location intelligence platform.

Sooke at a glance

Key demographic and housing indicators for Sooke.

Population
20,131
Median age
46.4
years
Median household income
$89,000
per year
Homeownership rate
82%
18% rent
Median home value
$700,000
Median rent
$1,340
per month
Avg. commute
35 min
Unemployment
7%
Avg. household size
2.4
people

About Sooke

Sooke is home to approximately 20,131 residents, with a median age of 46.4. The median household income is $89,000 and 82% of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value sits around $700,000, with median rent near $1,340 per month. Residents of Sooke report an average commute of about 35 min.

Sooke demographics in detail

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

Age distribution

0–1415%
15–249%
25–4424%
45–6431%
65+21%

Household income

Under $40k17%
$40–79k28%
$80–99k13%
$100–149k24%
$150k+19%

Education (age 25+)

No certificate15%
High school31%
College / trade35%
Bachelor’s or higher18%

Household composition

One-person24%
Couples56%
Multigenerational3%

Sooke — frequently asked questions

What is the population of Sooke?

Sooke has a population of approximately 20,131 residents.

What is the median household income in Sooke?

The median household income in Sooke is $89,000 per year.

What is the average home price in Sooke?

The median dwelling value in Sooke is approximately $700,000.

What is the homeownership rate in Sooke?

About 82% of homes in Sooke are owner-occupied, while roughly 18% are rented.

How much is rent in Sooke?

The median monthly rent in Sooke is around $1,340.

What is the median age in Sooke?

The median age in Sooke is 46.4 years.

What is the average commute time in Sooke?

Residents of Sooke have an average commute of about 35 min.

What percentage of Sooke residents have a university degree?

About 18% of Sooke residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

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

Roughly 19% of households in Sooke have an income of $150,000 or more per year.

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This profile is built from Neighbourly's live Canadian datasets.

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