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Auclair, QC

Quebec

Auclair is a small town in Quebec with a population of 447. Residents earn $54,800 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
447 Population 11/sq mi density
$54,800 Median Income $35,000 per capita
$115,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$54,800 median income, 12.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,800
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,000
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.8%
256% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population447
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,800
Per Capita$35,000
Unemployment12.8%
Poverty17.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,000
Rent$647
Ownership89.7%
Housing Units195
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+16.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Auclair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auclair receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Auclair offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Auclair is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Auclair is $115,000, 59% 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 2.1x 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

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Auclair has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow.

Auclair has a population of 447 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 40.8 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 52.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

Population

447
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
40.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Auclair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.9%
638% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Auclair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auclair is $54,800, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,000. The average weekly wage is $673, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 21.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Auclair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,800
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,000
Avg Weekly Wage$673

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.8%
256% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Auclair is $115,000, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 89.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 195 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,000
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.7%
Owner-Occupied89.7%
Renter-Occupied12.8%
Housing Units195

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, Auclair receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Auclair 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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Auclair has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area40.8 sq mi (105.8 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates47.7287°N, 68.6446°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.7"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 18.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

80 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 81 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 95 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 105 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 105 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 98 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 108 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 119 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 95 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 133 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 147 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 96 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 125 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 88 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 145 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 146 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 125 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 87 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 59 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 140 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.5 in

Auclair has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 6°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.8").

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14.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+16.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area40.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Schools in Auclair

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École La Marguerite
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Radio Stations near Auclair

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJEM 92.7 "Frontiere FM" Edmunston, NB adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFAI-FM 101.1 Edmundston &105.1 Grand Sault, NB active rock, community radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Auclair

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gare l'Héritage

Libraries in Auclair

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Biencourt0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Dégelis0.0

Gas Stations in Auclair

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crevier

Ski Resorts Near Auclair

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 $0
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 $0

Airports Near Auclair

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Bresett's Mountainside AirportSmall Airport
Edmundston AirportSmall Airport
Estcourt AirportSmall Airport
Fort Kent Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Morrill AirparkSmall Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Sunrise Farms AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Auclair

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église

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Frequently Asked Questions About Auclair

What is the population of Auclair?

Auclair has a population of 447 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 40.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 52.8% male.

Is Auclair expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,000 (59% 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 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Auclair safe?

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

What is the weather like in Auclair?

Auclair has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Auclair?

The job market in Auclair faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $673. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 21.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Auclair?

The median home value in Auclair is $115,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 89.7%.

How are the schools in Auclair?

14.3% of adults in Auclair hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Auclair?

The average commute in Auclair is 25 minutes. 93.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Auclair?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Auclair is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

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