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Bonaventure, QC

Quebec

Bonaventure is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,733. Residents earn $62,800 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,733 Population 68/sq mi density
$62,800 Median Income $44,320 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$568 Median Rent 12.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$62,800 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $568/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,800
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $568
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,733
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female48% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,800
Per Capita$44,320
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty13.2%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$568
Ownership70.1%
Housing Units1,320
Rent Burden12.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+17.5%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Bonaventure a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonaventure receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Bonaventure offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonaventure is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonaventure is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $568 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

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bonaventure has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow.

Bonaventure has a population of 2,733 with a density of 68 people per square mile, spread across 40.4 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 5.1% of residents, while 92.9% speak Spanish.

Population

2,733
Total Population
2021 Census
68
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
40.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonaventure vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 5.1%
93% below US avg
Spanish 92.9%
593% above US avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Bonaventure vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonaventure is $62,800, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,320 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $852, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 85 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Bonaventure vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,800
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,320
Avg Weekly Wage$852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)85

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonaventure is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below the national average of $1,163). 70.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,320 total housing units in the city. 12.0% 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$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below US avg
Rent Burden12.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.1%
Owner-Occupied70.1%
Renter-Occupied29.9%
Housing Units1,320

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, Bonaventure receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bonaventure 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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Bonaventure has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area40.4 sq mi (104.5 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates48.0457°N, 65.4926°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.2"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 18.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 142 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 143 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 143 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 141 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 107 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 143 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 89 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 142 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 143 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 112 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 144 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 107 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 137 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 121 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 147 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 134 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 143 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 104 km
Jul 3, 2010 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 143 km
Aug 2, 2010 18 km NNW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 1 261 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.9 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.7 in

Bonaventure has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 12°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.2").

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12.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.5% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
63% below US avg
High School+17.5%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area40.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Radio Stations near Bonaventure

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHNC-FM 107.1 New Carlisle, 99.1 Carleton, 99.3 Gaspe, 98.1 Chandler, 107.3 Perce, 106.7 Riviere-au-Renaud, QC - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Bonaventure

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée acadien du Québec à Bonaventure
Site historique national de Paspébiac

Libraries in Bonaventure

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Françoise-Bujold0.0

Hotels in Bonaventure

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Riôtel Bonaventure

Gas Stations in Bonaventure

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4409660843
Esso
Irving
Ultramar Pétroles Claude Poirier

Banks in Bonaventure

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Golf Courses in Bonaventure

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf Fauvel

Ski Resorts Near Bonaventure

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station touristique Pin-Rouge 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bonaventure

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Pokemouche Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bonaventure

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Bonaventure
Église St-Siméon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonaventure

What is the population of Bonaventure?

Bonaventure has a population of 2,733 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 40.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.5% male.

Is Bonaventure expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $568 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 Bonaventure safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bonaventure?

Bonaventure has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bonaventure?

The job market in Bonaventure faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $852. There are 85 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 12.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bonaventure?

The median home value in Bonaventure is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $568. The homeownership rate is 70.1%.

How are the schools in Bonaventure?

12.3% of adults in Bonaventure hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.5% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bonaventure?

The average commute in Bonaventure is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bonaventure?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bonaventure is 98.3% White, 0.9% Black or African American. 5.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 92.9% speak Spanish.

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