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Betsiamites, QC

Quebec

Betsiamites is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,428. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,428 Population 26/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,428
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units971
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Betsiamites a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Betsiamites receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Betsiamites offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Betsiamites is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Betsiamites is $230,186, 18% 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 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Betsiamites has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow.

Betsiamites has a population of 2,428 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 94.7 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.6% of residents, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

Population

2,428
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
94.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Betsiamites vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.6%
92% below US avg
Spanish 88.1%
557% above US avg
Other Languages 5.3%

Social Characteristics

Betsiamites vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Betsiamites 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 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 75 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Betsiamites 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Betsiamites is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 971 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 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units971

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, Betsiamites receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Betsiamites 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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Betsiamites has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.5 inches. The area receives 17.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area94.7 sq mi (245.2 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates48.9413°N, 68.6460°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.5"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 17.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.86"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 96 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 138 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 145 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 136 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 143 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 105 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 46 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 71 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 55 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 150 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 35 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 48 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 42 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 32 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 26 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 96 km
Jan 7, 2012 8 km WNW of Rivière-du-Loup, Canada M2.6 143 km
Feb 11, 2016 40 km NNE of Edmundston, Canada M2.5 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.6 in
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.2 in

Betsiamites has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 8°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.6").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area94.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Radio Stations near Betsiamites

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CHLC-FM "FM 97.1 La radio des hits" Baie-Comeau, QC hot adult contemporary MP3 256 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Betsiamites

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boni-Soir - Dépanneur Ashini
Dépanneur Messek Enr

Ski Resorts Near Betsiamites

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Abandoned Ski Sector 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Ti-Basse 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Betsiamites

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Forestville AirportYFEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Betsiamites

What is the population of Betsiamites?

Betsiamites has a population of 2,428 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 94.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Betsiamites expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% 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 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Betsiamites safe?

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

What is the weather like in Betsiamites?

Betsiamites has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Betsiamites?

The unemployment rate in Betsiamites is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 75 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Betsiamites?

The median home value in Betsiamites is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Betsiamites?

32.9% of adults in Betsiamites hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Betsiamites?

The average commute in Betsiamites is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Betsiamites?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Betsiamites is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Pessamit, QC 2,428 pop · 0.2 mi Ragueneau, QC 1,314 pop · 12.3 mi Pointe-aux-Outardes, QC 1,434 pop · 12.5 mi Chute-aux-Outardes, QC 1,391 pop · 16.5 mi Pointe-Lebel, QC 1,817 pop · 23.5 mi Forestville, QC 2,892 pop · 24.4 mi Hauterive, QC 11,549 pop · 24.8 mi Baie-Comeau, QC 20,687 pop · 29.5 mi Luceville, QC 1,112 pop · 29.7 mi Sainte-Luce, QC 2,845 pop · 31.6 mi Mont-Joli, QC 6,384 pop · 32.2 mi Price, QC 1,729 pop · 33.3 mi Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, QC 3,019 pop · 33.6 mi Rimouski, QC 48,935 pop · 34.5 mi
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