Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
662K
Population
115 km2
Area
365 Mbps
Internet
2m
Elevation
UTC−08:00
Timezone
YVR (8km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Vancouver is a major city in Western Canada, located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia. As the most populous city in the province, the 2021 Canadian census recorded 662,248 people in the city, up from 631,486 in 2016. The Metro Vancouver area had a population of 2.6 million in 2021, making it the third-largest metropolitan area in...
QUICK FACTS
Country
British Columbia
Region
Northern America
Population
662K
Timezone
UTC−08:00
Elevation
2 m
Airport
YVR
GPS
49.25, -123.12
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
22,562 points of interest mapped in Vancouver — 196 per km2
Tech
365 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
33% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
YVR airport just 8 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
22,562 total POIs 196.2 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2,300
Cafes
973
Bars
248
Fast Food
908
Shopping
Supermarkets
237
Convenience
258
Shopping Malls
82
Healthcare
Hospitals
8
Clinics
615
Pharmacies
262
Education
Schools
402
Universities
54
Libraries
40
Recreation
Parks
1,334
Playgrounds
1,065
Sports
2,306
Cinemas
13
Museums
36
Theatres
53
Transport
Bus Stops
3,833
Train Stations
41
Fuel Stations
135
Services
Banks
314
ATMs
107
Post Offices
110
Police
22
Fire Stations
44
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
365 Mbps
Download
224 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
91,755
Tests
26,081
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
5°
J
5°
F
8°
M
11°
A
14°
M
16°
J
17°
J
16°
A
14°
S
11°
O
8°
N
5°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 10.9 C Range: 4.5 - 17.3 C Rain: 2,019 mm/year Sunshine: 2,643 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.5
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
52.5
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
YVR
Vancouver International Airport
8 km from center
Very close — ~12 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 British Columbia. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Vancouver?
Vancouver has an average download speed of 365 Mbps and upload speed of 224 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Vancouver?
Vancouver has an average year-round temperature of approximately 10.9 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Vancouver?
Vancouver is served by YVR (Vancouver International Airport), approximately 8 km from the city center.
What is the population of Vancouver?
The population of Vancouver is approximately 662K.
What infrastructure does Vancouver have?
Vancouver has 22,562 mapped points of interest, including 2,300 restaurants, 8 hospitals, 402 schools.
What country is Vancouver in?
Vancouver is located in British Columbia.
