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Batiscan, QC

Quebec

Batiscan is a small town in Quebec with a population of 958. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
958 Population 58/sq mi density
$62,400 Median Income $42,100 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$572 Median Rent 5.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$62,400 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $572/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,400
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population958
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,400
Per Capita$42,100
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty14.4%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$572
Ownership83.2%
Housing Units475
Rent Burden5.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+24.1%
Graduate+5.9%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Batiscan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Batiscan 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. Batiscan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Batiscan is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Batiscan is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Batiscan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 14.6 inches of snow.

Batiscan has a population of 958 with a density of 58 people per square mile, spread across 16.7 square miles. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.5% of residents, while 97.9% speak Spanish.

Population

958
Total Population
2021 Census
58
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
16.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Batiscan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.5%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.9%
631% above US avg
Other Languages 1.6%

Social Characteristics

Batiscan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Batiscan is $62,400, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,100. The average weekly wage is $810, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 30 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 25.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Batiscan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,400
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,100
Avg Weekly Wage$810

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Batiscan is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below the national average of $1,163). 83.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 475 total housing units in the city. 5.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$572
51% below US avg
Rent Burden5.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.2%
Owner-Occupied83.2%
Renter-Occupied15.8%
Housing Units475

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, Batiscan receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Batiscan 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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Batiscan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The area receives 14.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area16.7 sq mi (43.3 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates46.4947°N, 72.2515°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 14.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 73 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 144 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 123 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 114 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 63 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 105 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 48 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 125 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 58 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 135 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 122 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 99 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 96 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 125 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 109 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 145 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 119 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 138 km
May 31, 2007 35 km WNW of Sainte-Thècle, Canada M3.0 73 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 62°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (19°C) 4.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.3 in

Batiscan has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.2").

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10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+24.1%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area16.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Schools in Batiscan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sainte-Marie — — — —
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Radio Stations near Batiscan

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC news, talk MP3
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CHOC 88.7 classic hits, folk MP3 192 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Rythme 100,1 Mauricie adult pop MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Batiscan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison Rocheleau

Libraries in Batiscan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIO0.0
Bibliothèque de Bécancour0.0
Bibliothèque Émilie-Bordeleau0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Charles-Magnan0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale - ville de Bécancour0.0

Gas Stations in Batiscan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro Canada

Banks in Batiscan

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Airports Near Batiscan

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Lac à la Perchaude Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Paquet Airport—Small Airport
Québec / Neuville Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) Airport—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Batiscan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
BP Batiscan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Batiscan

What is the population of Batiscan?

Batiscan has a population of 958 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 16.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Batiscan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Batiscan safe?

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

What is the weather like in Batiscan?

Batiscan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches, with 14.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Batiscan?

The unemployment rate in Batiscan is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $810. There are 30 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 25.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Batiscan?

The median home value in Batiscan is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $572. The homeownership rate is 83.2%.

How are the schools in Batiscan?

10.0% of adults in Batiscan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Batiscan?

The average commute in Batiscan is 29 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Batiscan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Batiscan is 100% White. 0.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.9% speak Spanish.

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