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Surrey location & demographic data

A data profile of Surrey, British Columbia — home to about 568,678 people. Explore demographics, housing, and building-permit activity, all from Neighbourly's Canadian location intelligence platform.

Surrey at a glance

Key demographic and housing indicators for Surrey.

Population
568,678
Median age
38
years
Median household income
$96,000
per year
Homeownership rate
69%
31% rent
Median home value
$1,000,000
Median rent
$1,210
per month
Avg. commute
33 min
Unemployment
9%
Avg. household size
3
people

About Surrey

Surrey is home to approximately 568,678 residents, with a median age of 38. The median household income is $96,000 and 69% of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value sits around $1,000,000, with median rent near $1,210 per month. Residents of Surrey report an average commute of about 33 min.

Surrey demographics in detail

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

Age distribution

0–1417%
15–2414%
25–4429%
45–6425%
65+15%

Household income

Under $40k14%
$40–79k25%
$80–99k12%
$100–149k23%
$150k+26%

Education (age 25+)

No certificate17%
High school32%
College / trade25%
Bachelor’s or higher27%

Household composition

One-person20%
Couples50%
Multigenerational10%

Neighbourhoods in Surrey

All 48 neighbourhoods in Surrey with location data. Select one for local insights.

Districts & sub-areas of Surrey

Surrey is made up of 48 lower-tier areas, each with its own data profile.

Surrey — frequently asked questions

What is the population of Surrey?

Surrey has a population of approximately 568,678 residents.

What is the median household income in Surrey?

The median household income in Surrey is $96,000 per year.

What is the average home price in Surrey?

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

What is the homeownership rate in Surrey?

About 69% of homes in Surrey are owner-occupied, while roughly 31% are rented.

How much is rent in Surrey?

The median monthly rent in Surrey is around $1,210.

What is the median age in Surrey?

The median age in Surrey is 38 years.

What is the average commute time in Surrey?

Residents of Surrey have an average commute of about 33 min.

What percentage of Surrey residents have a university degree?

About 27% of Surrey residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

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

Roughly 26% of households in Surrey have an income of $150,000 or more per year.

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