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Aguanish, QC

Quebec

Aguanish is a small town in Quebec with a population of 224. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
224 Population 1/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How Aguanish Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population224
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty12.9%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$647
Ownership85.7%
Housing Units140
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+23.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Aguanish a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aguanish receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Aguanish offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aguanish is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aguanish is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aguanish has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 19.5 inches of snow.

Aguanish has a population of 224 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 205.4 square miles. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

224
Total Population
2021 Census
1
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
205.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Aguanish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Aguanish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aguanish is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Aguanish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Aguanish is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 85.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 140 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.7%
Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied14.3%
Housing Units140

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Aguanish receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Aguanish vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Aguanish has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 19.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.4°F
36% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Area205.4 sq mi (532.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.2168°N, 62.0818°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 19.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 29, 2022.

Mar 24, 2001 29 km SE of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M4.2 93 km
Sep 16, 2001 48 km NNE of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M3.7 100 km
Sep 28, 2017 10 km N of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M2.8 107 km
Sep 28, 2017 3 km NE of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M2.7 106 km
Jul 29, 2022 eastern Quebec, Canada M2.6 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 2.8 in
May 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
October 40°F (5°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 29°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.7 in

Aguanish has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 6°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").

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9.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+23.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area205.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Aguanish

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame-De-Grâce
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Clinics in Aguanish

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC Victor-Lachance

Gas Stations in Aguanish

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #10057091946

Airports Near Aguanish

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Natashquan AirportYNAMedium Airport
Vauréal AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aguanish

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Paroisse Marie Mère de l'Église

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aguanish

What is the population of Aguanish?

Aguanish has a population of 224 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 205.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Aguanish expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Aguanish safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Aguanish receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Aguanish?

Aguanish has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 19.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Aguanish?

The job market in Aguanish faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Aguanish?

The median home value in Aguanish is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 85.7%.

How are the schools in Aguanish?

9.5% of adults in Aguanish hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Aguanish?

The average commute in Aguanish is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Aguanish?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Aguanish is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish.

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