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Berthierville, QC

Quebec

Berthierville is a small town in Quebec with a population of 4,386. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,386 Population 1,678/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $36,840 per capita
$224,000 Home Value
$632 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$224,000 home value, $632/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $224,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $632
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,386
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density1,678/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$36,840
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty19.5%
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$224,000
Rent$632
Ownership39.5%
Housing Units2,165
Rent Burden18.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+24.0%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Berthierville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berthierville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Berthierville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berthierville is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berthierville is $224,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x 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

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Berthierville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°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 14.1 inches of snow.

Berthierville has a population of 4,386 with a density of 1,678 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.3% female and 47.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 3.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.8% of residents, while 95.6% speak Spanish.

Population

4,386
Total Population
2021 Census
1,678
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Berthierville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish 95.6%
613% above US avg
Other Languages 3.7%

Social Characteristics

Berthierville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berthierville is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,840. The average weekly wage is $708, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 136 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Berthierville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,840
Avg Weekly Wage$708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)136

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Berthierville is $224,000, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below the national average of $1,163). 39.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,165 total housing units in the city. 18.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,000
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$632
46% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership39.5%
Owner-Occupied39.5%
Renter-Occupied60.5%
Housing Units2,165

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, Berthierville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Berthierville 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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Berthierville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°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 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density1,678/sq mi
Coordinates46.0834°N, 73.1825°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.4"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.98"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 97 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 115 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 96 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 92 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 138 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 135 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 37 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 117 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 117 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 33 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 110 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 22 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 110 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 103 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 120 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 124 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 121 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 130 km
May 19, 1992 8 km WNW of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 143 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.3 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.0 in

Berthierville has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 10°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and March the driest (2.2").

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4.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+24.0%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,678/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home10.3%

Schools in Berthierville

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École St-Joseph
École Ste-Geneviève
École secondaire Pierre-de-Lestage
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Radio Stations near Berthierville

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Berthierville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biophare
Centre des arts contemporains du Québec à Sorel-Tracy
Maison des Gouverneurs
Musée Gilles Villeneuve

Libraries in Berthierville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque «Le Survenant»0.0
Bibliothèque Adélard-Lambert0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Ours0.0
Bibliotheque Jacqueline-Plante0.0
Bibliothèque Louis-Edmond-Hamelin0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Berthierville0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale St-Félix De Valois0.0
Bibliothèque Réjean Ducharme0.0
Bibliothèque Sylvie-Thouin0.0
Bibliothèque Ubaldine-Dauphin0.0
Louiseville Bibliotheque0.0
Marie-Didace0.0

Farmers Markets in Berthierville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Brandon
Une Faim de Loup

Gas Stations in Berthierville

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harnois
Petro-T

Banks in Berthierville

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

National Bank
UNI

Golf Courses in Berthierville

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club De Golf De Berthier

Breweries in Berthierville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Artisanale Maltström

Stadiums & Teams in Berthierville

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Berthierville

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0
Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Station touristique Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0

Airports Near Berthierville

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac à la Perchaude AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue AirportSmall Airport
Louiseville AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Rougemont AirportSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
Sorel AirportSmall Airport
St-Dominique AirportSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Louis-de-France AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Berthierville

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Sainte-Geneviève
Salle du Royaume des Témoins de Jéhovah

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Frequently Asked Questions About Berthierville

What is the population of Berthierville?

Berthierville has a population of 4,386 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,678 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

Is Berthierville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $224,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Berthierville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Berthierville?

Berthierville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°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 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Berthierville?

Berthierville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $708. There are 136 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Berthierville?

The median home value in Berthierville is $224,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $632. The homeownership rate is 39.5%.

How are the schools in Berthierville?

4.5% of adults in Berthierville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Berthierville?

The average commute in Berthierville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Berthierville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Berthierville is 95.4% White, 3.3% Black or African American. 0.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.6% speak Spanish.

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