Livability Score

65
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities C-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (12) F
Entertainment (12) F
Food and Drink (40) D-
Fitness (10) B
Groceries (8) F
Parks (189) A+
Shops (41) F
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.0% take public transportation in Prince George.
Public Transit Stops (486)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.0%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Prince George is 86/100 - which is 30% lower than British Columbia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
B-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C+
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crime F

Prince George crime rates are 16,005 per 100k, which is 165% higher than British Columbia
Property Crime
13,036 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
2,969 crimes per 100k
F
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employment B

The median income in Prince George is $90,299 - which is 5% higher than British Columbia.
Med. Household Income
$90,299
C
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
C+
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health F

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (12)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
F
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
F
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housing A

Prince George home prices are $489,000 - which is 49% lower than British Columbia
Home Price
$489,000
F
Home Appreciation Rate
43%
D
Home Affordability
5.4x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools B+

The Prince George graduation rate is 82% - which is 5% lower than British Columbia
School Test Scores
59%
C-
High School Grad. Rates
82%
D+
Elementary Schools (39) A
High Schools (11) A+
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ratings C+

Prince George has an overall rating of 68% from 9 reviews.
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C+
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Prince George Area Facts

  • Prince George has a Livability Score of 65/100, which is considered good
  • Prince George crime rates are 165% higher than the British Columbia average
  • Cost of living in Prince George is 30% lower than the British Columbia average

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      Prince George, BC

      Prince George is northern British Columbia’s largest city, having a population of just over 74,000 people. It is also the major service and supply hub of the region, which is one of the country’s fastest growing regions. Prince George’s history dates back to 1807, when it was an important fur trading post. Today, it plays an important role in the province’s economy, which is dominated by the service industry. It is also an important centre of culture and education, as well as being quite a beautiful city due to its location at the confluence of the Nechako and Fraser Rivers.

      Sitting between the northern and southern parts of the Rocky Mountain Trench means that Prince George is quite a picturesque city to live in. It is also extremely culturally rich, having numerous art galleries, art studios, museums and theatres; the three most prominent being the Two Rivers Gallery, Studio 2880 houses the Artists' Workshop, Theatre Northwest, and the Exploration Place Museum and Science Centre as top cultural sites to visit. In terms of shopping and dining, the small downtown area is a great place to go if you want to shop in local boutiques and dine in trendy cafés.

      Everyone that enters the city is welcomed by Mr. P.G; a 10 metre high man made from tree stumps. The city mascot was constructed in 1960 to symbolise the city’s importance in the forest industry. Seven of the city’s bus routes pass by the official mascot, while two bus routes connect parts of the city to the University of Northern British Columbia. There are also buses to the College of New Caledonia, as well as some of its elementary and secondary schools. Still, only around 14 percent of the city’s residents completed post-secondary studies.

      Prince George is quite a young city, with the median age of residents being just 34 years old. This matches the growth of the area, as it is becoming a new, thriving city. However, it is not known to be the safest place in Canada, though its culture makes up for it. There are also some lovely residential communities in the city, like St. Lawrence Heights, College Heights and Hart Highlands. As well, there are some great opportunities for enjoying recreational activities, like hiking, canoeing and skiing. Most residents will mention the Prince George’s annual events, which include the British Columbia Northern Exhibition, the Snow Daze Winter Festival and Downtown Summerfest.

      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Prince George? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Hammond Park
      Unknown Name
      Kelly Park
      Harper Park
      Unknown Name
      Watrous Park
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name

      Entertainment

      Famous Players 6 Cinemas
      Prince George Chamber of Commerce
      Two Rivers Gallery
      Black Diamond Bowl
      Unknown Name
      Vanier Hall
      Railway & Forestry Museum
      Prince George Playhouse

      Food & Drink

      KFC
      A&W
      Wendy's
      10th Avenue Liquor Store
      Burger King
      Papa John's
      Dairy Queen
      McDonald's

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Prince George? Of all people who commute, 2.0% take public transportation in Prince George.
      Drive to Work
      54%

      14% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      5% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the CDN average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Prince George a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      University Hospital of Northern British Columbia

      Pharmacies

      Shoppers Drug Mart
      London Drugs
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      PG Gateway Pharmacy

      Doctors