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Bouchette, QC

Quebec

Bouchette is a small town in Quebec with a population of 695. Residents earn $54,400 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
695 Population 15/sq mi density
$54,400 Median Income $34,800 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$528 Median Rent 6.1% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$54,400 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $528/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,400
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $528
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population695
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,400
Per Capita$34,800
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty20.4%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$528
Ownership73.6%
Housing Units360
Rent Burden6.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation577 ft (176 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+22.7%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute33 min

Is Bouchette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bouchette receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Bouchette has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bouchette is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bouchette is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x 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

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bouchette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°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 13.6 inches of snow.

Bouchette has a population of 695 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 47.1 square miles. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.5% of residents, while 91.4% speak Spanish.

Population

695
Total Population
2021 Census
15
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
47.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bouchette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.5%
92% below US avg
Spanish 91.4%
582% above US avg
Other Languages 2.2%

Social Characteristics

Bouchette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bouchette is $54,400, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $669, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 21.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bouchette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,400
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,800
Avg Weekly Wage$669

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bouchette is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 73.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 360 total housing units in the city. 6.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below US avg
Rent Burden6.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.6%
Owner-Occupied73.6%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units360

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, Bouchette receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bouchette 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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Bouchette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°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 13.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Area47.1 sq mi (122.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates46.2168°N, 75.9661°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 13.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

157 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 53 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 59 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 40 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 121 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 104 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 145 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 42 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 134 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 122 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 93 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 104 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 103 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 99 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 77 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 88 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 96 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 61 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 70 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 129 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 89 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 57 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.0 in

Bouchette has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").

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7.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+22.7%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area47.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Schools in Bouchette

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame-de-Grâces
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Radio Stations near Bouchette

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Libraries in Bouchette

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Paulette-Huneault-Sirois0.0

Gas Stations in Bouchette

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dépanneur chez Pierre

Ski Resorts Near Bouchette

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Cascades Ski 0.0 $0
Sommet Edelweiss 0.0 $0
Centre Vorlage 0.0 $0
Mont Ste. Marie 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bouchette

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Aviation PLMG Inc AirportSmall Airport
Chute-Saint-Philippe AirportSmall Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier AirportSmall Airport
Pontiac AirparkSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bouchette

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Bouchette

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bouchette

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Gabriel de Bouchette

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bouchette

What is the population of Bouchette?

Bouchette has a population of 695 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 47.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Bouchette expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,400, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bouchette safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bouchette?

Bouchette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°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 13.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bouchette?

The job market in Bouchette faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $669. There are 22 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 21.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bouchette?

The median home value in Bouchette is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $528. The homeownership rate is 73.6%.

How are the schools in Bouchette?

7.0% of adults in Bouchette hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bouchette?

The average commute in Bouchette is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bouchette?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bouchette is 99.3% White. 6.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 91.4% speak Spanish.

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