The population of British Columbia in 2024 is estimated at 5,698,430. Within the province, Vernon is home to 73,445 residents, representing approximately 1.29% of the provincial population. As one of the largest cities in the Okanagan region, Vernon’s demographics reflect a blend of a strong working-age population, a significant senior community, and growing diversity.
Vernon City Statistics
- Population, 2021: 44,519
- Population, 2016: 40,116
- Population percentage change, 2016 to 2021: 11
- Total private dwellings: 21,287
- Private dwellings occupied by usual residents: 19,776
- Population density per square kilometre: 461.7
- Land area in square kilometres: 96.43
Population by Age and Gender
Demographics by Race
| Demographic | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Asian | 1,040 | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 455 | 1.1% |
| Black | 305 | 0.7% |
| Filipino | 485 | 1.1% |
| Arab | 160 | 0.4% |
| Latin American | 205 | 0.5% |
| Southeast Asian | 235 | 0.6% |
| West Asian | 30 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 0 | 0.0% |
| Japanese | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visible minority, n.i.e. | 55 | 0.1% |
| Multiple visible minorities | 100 | 0.2% |
| Not a visible minority | 39,645 | 92.8% |
| Total | 42,715 | 100.0% |
Religion of the Population
Income Statistics
FAQ
The population of Vernon in 2024 is 73,445, representing around 1.29% of British Columbia’s total population.
Vernon’s median age is 48.5 years, indicating an older population compared to many other BC cities.
In 2024, there are 20,556 residents aged 65 and older, making up 27.99% of the city’s population.
Vernon is predominantly non-visible minority (82.88%), but its largest visible minority groups are South Asian, Chinese, and Filipino communities.
According to 2021 Census data, Vernon had 31,677 total private dwellings, of which 28,723 were occupied by usual residents.
Source:
- Statistics Canada. Table 17-10-0148-01 Population estimates, July 1, by census metropolitan area and census agglomeration, 2021 boundaries
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0005-01 Population and dwelling counts: Canada, provinces and territories, census metropolitan areas and census agglomerations
- Statistics Canada. Table 98-10-0351-01 Visible minority by gender and age: Canada, provinces and territories
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