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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.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /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
38°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership81.0%
Housing Units210
Rent Burden9.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation801 ft (244 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute22 min

Is Bois-Franc a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bois-Franc receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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

Bois-Franc has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow.

Bois-Franc has a population of 411 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 27.6 square miles. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.6% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.4% of residents, while 95.1% speak Spanish.

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 Only 2.4%
97% below US avg
Spanish 95.1%
610% above US avg
Other Languages 2.4%

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. Per capita income is $45,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $869, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 13 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bois-Franc vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,200
Avg Weekly Wage$869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)13

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below the national average of $1,163). 81.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 210 total housing units in the city. 9.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

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

Homeownership81.0%
Owner-Occupied81.0%
Renter-Occupied19.1%
Housing Units210

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, Bois-Franc receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bois-Franc 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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Bois-Franc has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.2 inches. The area receives 13.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area27.6 sq mi (71.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates46.5028°N, 75.9822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 13.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

148 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 79 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 88 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 30 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 78 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 132 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 29 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 147 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 64 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 134 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 129 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 72 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 85 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 119 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 115 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 65 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 64 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 73 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 149 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 116 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.3 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 2.9 in

Bois-Franc has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 13.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.4% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area27.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Bois-Franc

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLO-FM 104.7 Mont-Laurier, 101.9 Riviere Rouge, QC contemporary hits MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bois-Franc

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moulin des Pères

Libraries in Bois-Franc

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblio-Outaouais0.0
Bibliothèque Paulette-Huneault-Sirois0.0

Ski Resorts Near Bois-Franc

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Ste. Marie 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Bois-Franc

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aviation PLMG Inc Airport—Small Airport
Chute-Saint-Philippe Airport—Small Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bois-Franc

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église St-Boniface de Bois-Franc

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bois-Franc

What is the population of Bois-Franc?

Bois-Franc has a population of 411 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 27.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.6% female and 53.7% male.

Is Bois-Franc expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,500, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $159,000 (44% 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 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bois-Franc safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bois-Franc?

Bois-Franc has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 13.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bois-Franc?

The unemployment rate in Bois-Franc is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $869. There are 13 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 9.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bois-Franc?

The median home value in Bois-Franc is $159,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $632. The homeownership rate is 81.0%.

How are the schools in Bois-Franc?

6.7% of adults in Bois-Franc hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bois-Franc?

The average commute in Bois-Franc is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bois-Franc?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bois-Franc is 98.9% White. 2.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Saint-Boniface, QC 5,156 pop · 0.2 mi Maniwaki, QC 3,757 pop · 8.3 mi Grand-Remous, QC 1,159 pop · 8.6 mi Déléage, QC 1,916 pop · 9.0 mi Kitigan Zibi, QC 1,204 pop · 9.8 mi Saint-Raphaël, QC 2,458 pop · 17.5 mi Messines, QC 1,655 pop · 18.1 mi Mont-Laurier, QC 14,180 pop · 23.2 mi Gracefield, QC 2,376 pop · 28.5 mi Ferme-Neuve, QC 2,716 pop · 28.7 mi Lac-des-Écorces, QC 2,885 pop · 29.6 mi Notre-Dame-du-Laus, QC 1,730 pop · 33.3 mi Chute-Saint-Philippe, QC 1,039 pop · 36.7 mi Kazabazua, QC 1,037 pop · 38.2 mi
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