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Béarn, QC

Quebec

Béarn is a small town in Quebec with a population of 708. Residents earn $58,800 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
708 Population 4/sq mi density
$58,800 Median Income $41,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$592 Median Rent 8.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$58,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $592/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,800
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $592
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population708
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,800
Per Capita$41,800
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty15.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$592
Ownership74.4%
Housing Units390
Rent Burden8.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+25.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Béarn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Béarn 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, below-average incomes. Béarn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Béarn is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Béarn is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Béarn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 14.9 inches of snow.

Béarn has a population of 708 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 191.6 square miles. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.1% female and 54.9% male. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.1% of residents, while 94.4% speak Spanish.

Population

708
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
191.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Béarn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.1%
97% below US avg
Spanish 94.4%
604% above US avg
Other Languages 3.5%

Social Characteristics

Béarn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Béarn is $58,800, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,800. The average weekly wage is $804, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Béarn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,800
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,800
Avg Weekly Wage$804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Béarn is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 390 total housing units in the city. 8.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below US avg
Rent Burden8.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units390

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, Béarn receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Béarn 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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Béarn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.6 inches. The area receives 14.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 741 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area191.6 sq mi (496.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates47.2904°N, 79.3295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 14.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 25, 2020.

Jan 1, 2000 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M4.7 54 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 106 km
May 2, 2015 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M3.3 60 km
Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 19 km
Jul 25, 2020 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada M2.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-15°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 8°F (-14°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 2.2 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.1 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 2.6 in

Béarn has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 4°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.9").

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4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% 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). 79.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+25.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area191.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Radio Stations near Béarn

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJTT-FM 104.5 Temiskaming Shores, ON hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
CJKL-FM 101.5 Kirkland Lake, ON hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CKVM - La VOIX du Témiscamingue québécois et ontarien MP3 128 kbps
KFM Edge electronic, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Béarn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison du Frère-Moffet

Ski Resorts Near Béarn

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tri Town Ski and Snowboard Village 0.0 $0

Airports Near Béarn

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) AirportYXRMedium Airport
Englehart (Dave's Field)Small Airport
St Bruno-de-Guigues AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Béarn

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise de St-Placide-De-Béarn

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Frequently Asked Questions About Béarn

What is the population of Béarn?

Béarn has a population of 708 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 191.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.1% female and 54.9% male.

Is Béarn expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Béarn safe?

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

What is the weather like in Béarn?

Béarn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Béarn?

The unemployment rate in Béarn is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $804. There are 22 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Béarn?

The median home value in Béarn is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $592. The homeownership rate is 74.4%.

How are the schools in Béarn?

4.0% of adults in Béarn 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 Béarn?

The average commute in Béarn is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Béarn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Béarn is 97.1% White, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 2.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.4% speak Spanish.

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