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Bonne-Espérance, QC

Quebec

Bonne-Espérance is a small town in Quebec with a population of 692. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
692 Population 3/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $43,400 per capita
$130,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$78,000 median income, 24.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 24.3%
575% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

How Bonne-Espérance Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population692
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$43,400
Unemployment24.3%
Poverty7.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$647
Ownership98.3%
Housing Units290
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+20.3%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Bonne-Espérance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonne-Espérance receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bonne-Espérance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonne-Espérance is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 24.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonne-Espérance is $130,000, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x 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

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bonne-Espérance has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow.

Bonne-Espérance has a population of 692 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 240.5 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents.

Population

692
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
240.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonne-Espérance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 1.4%

Social Characteristics

Bonne-Espérance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonne-Espérance is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $835, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 24.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 21 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Bonne-Espérance vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,400
Avg Weekly Wage$835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.3%
575% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonne-Espérance is $130,000, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 98.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 290 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership98.3%
Owner-Occupied98.3%
Renter-Occupied1.7%
Housing Units290

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, Bonne-Espérance receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bonne-Espérance 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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Bonne-Espérance has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The area receives 20.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area240.5 sq mi (623.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates51.4739°N, 57.7080°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 20.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.25"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.20"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 3.1 in
March 20°F (-7°C) 3.3 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
July 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in
August 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
October 40°F (4°C) 3.9 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.6 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 4.0 in

Bonne-Espérance has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 9°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.2").

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3.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.3% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 71.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+20.3%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area240.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Museums in Bonne-Espérance

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Whiteley Museum

Airports Near Bonne-Espérance

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon AirportYBXMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonne-Espérance

What is the population of Bonne-Espérance?

Bonne-Espérance has a population of 692 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 240.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 49.6% male.

Is Bonne-Espérance expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,000, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $130,000 (54% 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 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bonne-Espérance safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bonne-Espérance?

Bonne-Espérance has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 20.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bonne-Espérance?

The job market in Bonne-Espérance faces challenges, with unemployment at 24.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $835. There are 21 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 15.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bonne-Espérance?

The median home value in Bonne-Espérance is $130,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 98.3%.

How are the schools in Bonne-Espérance?

3.4% of adults in Bonne-Espérance hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.3% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bonne-Espérance?

The average commute in Bonne-Espérance is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bonne-Espérance?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bonne-Espérance is 100% White. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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