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Béthanie, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Béthanie is a small town in Quebec with a population of 350. Residents earn $61,600 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
350 Population 19/sq mi density
$61,600 Median Income $37,200 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 17.4% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$61,600 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $647/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,600
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female54% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,600
Per Capita$37,200
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty16.5%
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,000
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden17.4%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation656 ft (200 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+25.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Béthanie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Béthanie receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Béthanie has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Béthanie is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Béthanie is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Béthanie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches, including 17.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Béthanie has a population of 350 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 18.2 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.3% female and 54.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 5.7% of residents, while 92.9% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

350
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
18.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Béthanie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only5.7%
93% below US avg
Spanish92.9%
593% above US avg
Other Languages1.4%

Social Characteristics

Béthanie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Béthanie is $61,600, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,200. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 43.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Béthanie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Béthanie is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 140 total housing units in the city. 17.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden17.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.3%
Renter-Occupied7.1%
Housing Units140

Property Tax

In Béthanie, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Béthanie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Béthanie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 17.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall17.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area18.2 sq mi (47.0 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates45.5023°N, 72.4369°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 4.8 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.4 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.8 in

Béthanie has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F — from 12°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.7").

6.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 69.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+25.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area18.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home43.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Béthanie

What is the population of Béthanie?

Béthanie has a population of 350 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 18.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.3% female and 54.3% male.

Is Béthanie expensive to live in?

Béthanie is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Béthanie?

Béthanie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 17.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Béthanie?

The job market in Béthanie faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 43.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Béthanie?

The median home value in Béthanie is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647.

How are the schools in Béthanie?

6.9% of adults in Béthanie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Béthanie?

The obesity rate in Béthanie is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Béthanie?

The average commute in Béthanie is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 43.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Béthanie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Béthanie is 100% White. 5.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 92.9% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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