City / Town · Nova Scotia

Digby location & demographic data

A data profile of Digby, Nova Scotia — home to about 31,548 people. Explore demographics, housing, and building-permit activity, all from Neighbourly's Canadian location intelligence platform.

Digby at a glance

Key demographic and housing indicators for Digby.

Population
31,548
Median age
52.8
years
Median household income
$64,500
per year
Homeownership rate
83%
17% rent
Median home value
$174,000
Median rent
$675
per month
Avg. commute
20 min
Unemployment
14%
Avg. household size
2.2
people

About Digby

Digby is home to approximately 31,548 residents, with a median age of 52.8. The median household income is $64,500 and 83% of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value sits around $174,000, with median rent near $675 per month. Residents of Digby report an average commute of about 20 min.

Digby demographics in detail

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

Age distribution

0–1412%
15–249%
25–4419%
45–6432%
65+28%

Household income

Under $40k29%
$40–79k34%
$80–99k12%
$100–149k16%
$150k+8%

Education (age 25+)

No certificate31%
High school25%
College / trade33%
Bachelor’s or higher11%

Household composition

One-person31%
Couples54%
Multigenerational1%

Digby — frequently asked questions

What is the population of Digby?

Digby has a population of approximately 31,548 residents.

What is the median household income in Digby?

The median household income in Digby is $64,500 per year.

What is the average home price in Digby?

The median dwelling value in Digby is approximately $174,000.

What is the homeownership rate in Digby?

About 83% of homes in Digby are owner-occupied, while roughly 17% are rented.

How much is rent in Digby?

The median monthly rent in Digby is around $675.

What is the median age in Digby?

The median age in Digby is 52.8 years.

What is the average commute time in Digby?

Residents of Digby have an average commute of about 20 min.

What percentage of Digby residents have a university degree?

About 11% of Digby residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

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

Roughly 8% of households in Digby 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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