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Bois-Franc, QC

Quebec

Bois-Franc is a small town in Quebec with a population of 411. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
411 Population 15/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $45,200 per capita
$159,000 Home Value
$632 Median Rent 9.5% income on rent
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,000 home value, $632/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,000
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $632
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

How Bois-Franc Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population411
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female54% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$45,200
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty10.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,000
Rent$632
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units210
Rent Burden9.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation801 ft (244 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+13.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bois-Franc a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bois-Franc receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bois-Franc offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bois-Franc is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bois-Franc is $159,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bois-Franc has a population of 411 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

411
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
27.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bois-Franc vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only2.4%
97% below US avg
Spanish95.1%
610% above US avg
Other Languages2.4%

Social Characteristics

Bois-Franc vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bois-Franc is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Bois-Franc vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bois-Franc is $159,000, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,000
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$632
46% below US avg
Rent Burden9.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Renter-Occupied19.1%
Housing Units210

Property Tax

In Bois-Franc, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bois-Franc 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

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+13.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area27.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Nearby Cities

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