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Baie-Sainte-Catherine, QC

Quebec

Baie-Sainte-Catherine is a small town in Quebec with a population of 184. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
184 Population 2/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 27.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.3%
658% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How Baie-Sainte-Catherine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population184
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment27.3%
Poverty12.9%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$647
Ownership85.0%
Housing Units100
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+25.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Baie-Sainte-Catherine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baie-Sainte-Catherine 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. Baie-Sainte-Catherine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baie-Sainte-Catherine is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 27.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baie-Sainte-Catherine is $85,000, 70% 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 1.2x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Baie-Sainte-Catherine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow.

Baie-Sainte-Catherine has a population of 184 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 89.9 square miles. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 97.3% speak Spanish.

Population

184
Total Population
2021 Census
2
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
89.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Baie-Sainte-Catherine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 97.3%
626% above US avg
Other Languages 2.7%

Social Characteristics

Baie-Sainte-Catherine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baie-Sainte-Catherine 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 27.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 6 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Baie-Sainte-Catherine 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

Unemployment27.3%
658% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)6

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Baie-Sainte-Catherine is $85,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 85.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 100 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 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.0%
Owner-Occupied85.0%
Renter-Occupied10.0%
Housing Units100

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, Baie-Sainte-Catherine receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Baie-Sainte-Catherine 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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Baie-Sainte-Catherine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.4 inches. The area receives 17.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area89.9 sq mi (232.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates48.1062°N, 69.7283°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.4"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 17.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

82 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 40 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 50 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 43 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 41 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 121 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 41 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 53 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 66 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 87 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 117 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 104 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 19 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 77 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 106 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 90 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 49 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 46 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 145 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 69 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.7 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.2 in

Baie-Sainte-Catherine has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 8°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.5").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+25.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area89.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Baie-Sainte-Catherine

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIBM-FM 107.1 "FM107" Riviere-du-Loup, QC (128 kbps MP3) contemporary hit radio, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
CHME-FM 94.9 Les Escoumins, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Baie-Sainte-Catherine

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre

Hotels in Baie-Sainte-Catherine

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Entre Baleine et Clocher
Motel Le Vacancier

Gas Stations in Baie-Sainte-Catherine

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miraco

Ski Resorts Near Baie-Sainte-Catherine

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Grand-Fonds 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station de ski Mont-Édouard 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Baie-Sainte-Catherine

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Forestville AirportYFEMedium Airport
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Estcourt Airport—Small Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes Airport—Small Airport
Île aux Coudres Airport—Small Airport
Les Escoumins Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Baie-Sainte-Catherine

What is the population of Baie-Sainte-Catherine?

Baie-Sainte-Catherine has a population of 184 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 89.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.4% male.

Is Baie-Sainte-Catherine expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,000 (70% 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 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Baie-Sainte-Catherine safe?

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

What is the weather like in Baie-Sainte-Catherine?

Baie-Sainte-Catherine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Baie-Sainte-Catherine?

The job market in Baie-Sainte-Catherine faces challenges, with unemployment at 27.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 6 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Baie-Sainte-Catherine?

The median home value in Baie-Sainte-Catherine is $85,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 85.0%.

How are the schools in Baie-Sainte-Catherine?

0.0% of adults in Baie-Sainte-Catherine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Baie-Sainte-Catherine?

The average commute in Baie-Sainte-Catherine is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Baie-Sainte-Catherine?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Baie-Sainte-Catherine is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.3% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Sacré-Coeur, QC 1,684 pop · 9.2 mi Cacouna, QC 1,848 pop · 16.8 mi Saint-Arsène, QC 1,245 pop · 19.0 mi L'Isle-Verte, QC 1,356 pop · 19.1 mi Saint-Siméon, QC 1,139 pop · 19.4 mi Rivière-du-Loup, QC 20,118 pop · 21.1 mi Les Escoumins, QC 1,794 pop · 22.5 mi L'Anse-Saint-Jean, QC 1,301 pop · 23.5 mi Notre-Dame-des-Neiges, QC 1,194 pop · 23.9 mi Notre-Dame-du-Portage, QC 1,296 pop · 24.0 mi Saint-Modeste, QC 1,180 pop · 24.2 mi Trois Pistoles, QC 3,115 pop · 25.9 mi Saint-Antonin, QC 4,338 pop · 26.5 mi Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska, QC 2,255 pop · 30.2 mi
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