Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
196K
Population
136 km2
Area
395 Mbps
Internet
52m
Elevation
America/Los_Angeles
Timezone
PDX (7km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Vancouver is a city in United States with a population of 196K. Internet speeds average 395 Mbps download. The city has 13,961 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
United States
Region
North America
Population
196K
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Elevation
52 m
Currency
USD
Language
English
Airport
PDX
GPS
45.64, -122.66
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
13,961 points of interest mapped in Vancouver — 103 per km2
Tech
395 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
33% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
PDX airport just 7 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
13,961 total POIs 102.8 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,121
Cafes
477
Bars
462
Fast Food
569
Shopping
Supermarkets
87
Convenience
290
Shopping Malls
29
Healthcare
Hospitals
7
Clinics
332
Pharmacies
54
Education
Schools
265
Universities
26
Libraries
24
Recreation
Parks
605
Playgrounds
558
Sports
855
Cinemas
26
Museums
25
Theatres
43
Transport
Bus Stops
2,566
Train Stations
117
Fuel Stations
164
Services
Banks
172
ATMs
98
Post Offices
52
Police
14
Fire Stations
39
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
395 Mbps
Download
142 Mbps
Upload
13ms
Latency
14,327
Tests
4,904
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jun - Aug
5°
J
6°
F
9°
M
13°
A
16°
M
19°
J
20°
J
19°
A
16°
S
13°
O
9°
N
6°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 12.6 C Range: 5.3 - 19.8 C Rain: 1,558 mm/year Sunshine: 2,889 h/year
CITY SCORES
92.3
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
49.9
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
67.3
Overall
33% cheaper than NYC
37.5
Rent
63% cheaper than NYC
64.8
Groceries
35% cheaper than NYC
79.9
Restaurants
20% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
PDX
Portland International Airport
7 km from center
Very close — ~11 min ride
FUN FACTS
The Metro Vancouver area had a population of 2.6 million in 2021, making it the third-largest metropolitan area in Canada.
Greater Vancouver, along with the Fraser Valley, comprises the Lower Mainland with a regional population of over 3 million.
Vancouver has the highest population density in Canada, with over 5,700 inhabitants per square kilometre (15,000/sq mi), and the fourth highest in North America (after New York City, San Francisco, and Mexico City).
The beginnings of the modern city, which was originally named Gastown, grew around the site of a makeshift tavern on the western edges of Hastings Mill that was built on July 1, 1867, and owned by proprietor Gassy Jack.
In 1969, Greenpeace was founded in Vancouver.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Vancouver known for?
Vancouver is a city in United States. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Vancouver?
Vancouver has an average download speed of 395 Mbps and upload speed of 142 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Vancouver?
Vancouver has an average year-round temperature of approximately 12.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Vancouver?
Vancouver is served by PDX (Portland International Airport), approximately 7 km from the city center.
What is the population of Vancouver?
The population of Vancouver is approximately 196K.
What infrastructure does Vancouver have?
Vancouver has 13,961 mapped points of interest, including 1,121 restaurants, 7 hospitals, 265 schools.
What country is Vancouver in?
Vancouver is located in United States.
