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Biencourt, QC

Quebec

Biencourt is a small town in Quebec with a population of 433. Residents earn $47,600 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
433 Population 6/sq mi density
$47,600 Median Income $34,200 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$480 Median Rent 8.9% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$47,600 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $480/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,600
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $480
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population433
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,600
Per Capita$34,200
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty24.4%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$480
Ownership87.2%
Housing Units235
Rent Burden8.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+17.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Biencourt a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biencourt is $47,600, 37% 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 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Biencourt is $75,000, 73% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $480 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x 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

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Biencourt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

Biencourt has a population of 433 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 72.3 square miles. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 97.7% speak Spanish.

Population

433
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
72.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Biencourt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 97.7%
629% above US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Biencourt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biencourt is $47,600, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $658, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 13 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 32.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Biencourt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,600
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,200
Avg Weekly Wage$658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Biencourt is $75,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $480 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 87.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 235 total housing units in the city. 8.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$480
59% below US avg
Rent Burden8.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.2%
Owner-Occupied87.2%
Renter-Occupied12.8%
Housing Units235

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, Biencourt receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Biencourt 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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Biencourt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area72.3 sq mi (187.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.9366°N, 68.6062°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

78 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 86 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 102 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 109 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 109 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 135 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 114 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 103 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 126 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 118 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 142 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 86 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 136 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 134 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 122 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 95 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 93 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 78 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 118 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 142 km
Jun 28, 2015 5 km NW of La Pocatière, Canada M3.3 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 3.5 in

Biencourt has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 5°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (3.0").

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3.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+17.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area72.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.1%

Schools in Biencourt

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École de la Source
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Radio Stations near Biencourt

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps

Libraries in Biencourt

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Biencourt0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Isabelle-Beaulieu0.0

Ski Resorts Near Biencourt

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 $0
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 $0

Airports Near Biencourt

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Bresett's Mountainside AirportSmall Airport
Edmundston AirportSmall Airport
Estcourt AirportSmall Airport
Fort Kent Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Biencourt

What is the population of Biencourt?

Biencourt has a population of 433 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 72.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 51.7% male.

Is Biencourt expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,600, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $480 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Biencourt safe?

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

What is the weather like in Biencourt?

Biencourt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Biencourt?

The unemployment rate in Biencourt is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $658. There are 13 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 32.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Biencourt?

The median home value in Biencourt is $75,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $480. The homeownership rate is 87.2%.

How are the schools in Biencourt?

3.8% of adults in Biencourt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Biencourt?

The average commute in Biencourt is 29 minutes. 85.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Biencourt?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Biencourt is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.7% speak Spanish.

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