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Authier, QC

Quebec

Authier is a small town in Quebec with a population of 290. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
290 Population 5/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $42,400 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 17.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.4%
383% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population290
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$42,400
Unemployment17.4%
Poverty17.5%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$647
Ownership81.5%
Housing Units135
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+23.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Authier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Authier receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Authier has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Authier is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Authier 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 1.6x 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

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Authier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow.

Authier has a population of 290 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 54.9 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.8% female and 55.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 96.6% speak Spanish.

Population

290
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
54.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Authier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 96.6%
621% above US avg
Other Languages 3.5%

Social Characteristics

Authier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Authier is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,400. The average weekly wage is $815, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 17.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Authier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,400
Avg Weekly Wage$815

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.4%
383% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)9

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Authier is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 81.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 135 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 1.6x, 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 Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.5%
Owner-Occupied81.5%
Renter-Occupied14.8%
Housing Units135

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, Authier receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Authier 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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Authier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. The area receives 11.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.6°F
38% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area54.9 sq mi (142.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates48.7288°N, 78.8584°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.8"
8% below US avg
Snowfall 11.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 25, 2020.

Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 145 km
Jul 25, 2020 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada M2.9 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 3°F (-16°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 1.5 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 1.8 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in Wettest
October 40°F (4°C) 3.6 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
December 8°F (-13°C) 2.4 in

Authier has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from -1°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.3").

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4.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+23.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area54.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Authier

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Canada Ici Première (Abitibi-Témiscamingue) Rouyn-Noranda, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHOA-FM "WOW-FM" 96.5 Rouyn-Noranda, 103.5 Val d'Or, 103.9 La Sarre, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Authier

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison Turgeon

Ski Resorts Near Authier

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Raven Mountain 0.0 $0

Airports Near Authier

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amos/Magny AirportYEYMedium Airport
Rouyn Noranda AirportYUYMedium Airport
La Sarre AirportSSQSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Authier

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Jude

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Frequently Asked Questions About Authier

What is the population of Authier?

Authier has a population of 290 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 54.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.8% female and 55.2% male.

Is Authier expensive to live in?

The median household income is $64,500, 14% 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 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Authier safe?

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

What is the weather like in Authier?

Authier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 11.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Authier?

The job market in Authier faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $815. There are 9 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Authier?

The median home value in Authier is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 81.5%.

How are the schools in Authier?

4.7% of adults in Authier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Authier?

The average commute in Authier is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Authier?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Authier is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.6% speak Spanish.

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