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Breakeyville, QC

Quebec

Breakeyville is a small town in Quebec with a population of 5,000. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,000 Population 17/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,000
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units2,000
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Breakeyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Breakeyville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Breakeyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Breakeyville is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Breakeyville is $230,186, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Breakeyville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow.

Breakeyville has a population of 5,000 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 302.5 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.6% of residents, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

Population

5,000
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
302.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Breakeyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.6%
92% below US avg
Spanish 88.1%
557% above US avg
Other Languages 5.3%

Social Characteristics

Breakeyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Breakeyville is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 155 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Breakeyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)155

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Breakeyville is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,000 total housing units in the city. 27.6% 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$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units2,000

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, Breakeyville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Breakeyville 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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Breakeyville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area302.5 sq mi (783.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates46.6804°N, 71.2233°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.1"
27% above US avg
Snowfall 17.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.12"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

89 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 20 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 148 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 94 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 142 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 142 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 129 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 90 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 137 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 108 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 78 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 108 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 118 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 89 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 36 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 115 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 44 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 57 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 129 km
Dec 11, 2013 9 km W of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.4 87 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 3.4 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
September 56°F (14°C) 4.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
November 33°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.9 in

Breakeyville has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 10°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.7").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area302.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Schools in Breakeyville

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Tournesol — — — —
École Plein-Soleil — — — —
École La Chanterelle — — — —
Parc-école Taniata — — — —
Parc-école La Nacelle — — — —
École des Petits-Cheminots — — — —
École Saint-Louis-de-France — — — —
École de la Ruche — — — —
École La Martinière — — — —
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Radio Stations near Breakeyville

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (320K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 320 kbps
FM93 Québec family MP3
Labgate P.YG. Pink Floyd, Yes, Genesis progressive rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Québec City, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première Quebec City, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Choi Radio X 98,1 talk MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Quebec City, QC (MP3) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJMD 96.9 Levis, QC hip hop, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (128K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 128 kbps
CKIA 88.3 "Radio Urbaine" Quebec City, QC radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps
CHOC-FM 88.7 Saint-Raymond de Portneuf, QC classic hits MP3 192 kbps
ckrl radio ckrl MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Breakeyville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site
Centre d'interprétation historique de Ste-Foy
Centre national de conservation et d'études des collections
Espace 400e Bell
Espace Félix Leclerc
Expo-Théâtre de la Visitation
Gerard Morisset Pavilion
Grand Hall
Lieu historique national des Forts-et-Châteaux-Saint-Louis
Lieu historique national du chantier A.C. Davie
Maison Alphonse-Desjardins
Maison historique Chevalier
Musée de la Civilisation de Québec
Musée de la place Royale
Musée des plaines d'Abraham
Musée des Ursulines
Musée du Fort
Musée Huron-Wendat
Musee National des Beaux-Arts
Musee national des beaux-arts du Quebec
Musée Naval de Québec
Parc Maritime St-Laurent
Pavillon Charles-Baillairgé
Pavillon Pierre-Lassonde
Société historique Alphonse-Desjardins
Village Huron Site Traditionnel
Visitation Patrimonial Site

Libraries in Breakeyville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anne-Marie Filteau0.0
Archives nationales à Québec0.0
Archives nationales à Québec0.0
Bibiothèque du Vieux-Québec0.0
Bibiothèque du Vieux-Québec0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Alain-Grandbois0.0
Bibliothèque Albert-Rousseau0.0
Bibliothèque Aliette-Marchand0.0
Bibliothèque Aliette-Marchand0.0
Bibliothèque Bon-Pasteur0.0
Bibliothèque Canardière0.0
Bibliothèque Canardière0.0
Bibliothèque Champigny0.0
Bibliothèque Charles-H.-Blais0.0
Bibliothèque Charles-H.-Blais0.0
Bibliothèque Chrystine-Brouillet0.0
Bibliothèque Claire-Martin0.0
Bibliothèque Collège-Des-Jésuites0.0
Bibliothèque Collège-Des-Jésuites0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Assemblée Nationale0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Assemblée Nationale0.0
Bibliothèque de Neufchâtel0.0
Bibliothèque de St-Sauveur0.0
Bibliothèque de St-Sauveur0.0
Bibliothèque du chemin Royal0.0
Bibliothèque du chemin Royal0.0
Bibliothèque du Jardin0.0
Bibliothèque Edith-Poiré0.0
Bibliothèque Étienne-Parent0.0
Bibliothèque Félix-Leclerc0.0
Bibliothèque Fernand-Dumont0.0
Bibliothèque Fernand-Dumont0.0
Bibliothèque Gabrielle-Roy0.0
Bibliothèque Honorius-Provost0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Baptiste-Duberger0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Baptiste-Duberger0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Gosselin0.0
Bibliotheque La Pintellect0.0
Bibliotheque La Pintellect0.0
Bibliothèque Lauréat-Vallière0.0
Bibliothèque Lauréat-Vallière0.0
Bibliotheque Laurette-Nadeau-Parent0.0
Bibliothèque Lebourgneuf0.0
Bibliothèque Lebourgneuf0.0
Bibliothèque Marie-Victorin0.0
Bibliothèque Monique-Corriveau0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Paul-Aimé-Paiement0.0
Bibliothèque Père-Jean-Marc-Boulé0.0
Bibliothèque Pierre-Georges-Roy0.0
Bibliothèque Pierre-Georges-Roy0.0
Bibliothèque Roger-Lemelin0.0
Bibliothèque Romain-Langlois0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Albert0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-André0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Charles0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Charles0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-David0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-David0.0
Bibliothèque scientifique0.0
L'Étincelle0.0
L'Étincelle0.0
MediaLAB Gabrielle-Roy0.0
MediaLAB Gabrielle-Roy0.0
Morrin Centre0.0
Pavillon Jean-Charles-Bonenfant0.0

Farmers Markets in Breakeyville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public de Sainte-Foy
Rue du Trésor
The Artisans of the Quebec Cathedral

Hotels in Breakeyville

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn

Cafes in Breakeyville

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nectar Café

Clinics in Breakeyville

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Medicale Bernieres
Le Charnycois

Dentists in Breakeyville

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Dentaire Saint-Rédempteur

Train Stations in Breakeyville

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Charny

Bus Stations in Breakeyville

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminus Lagueux

Gas Stations in Breakeyville

18 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #327592289
Crevier
EKO
Esso
Esso
Irving
Irving
Irving
Paquet
Petro Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Shell
Shell
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Breakeyville

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse Desjardins de la Chaudière

Shopping Malls in Breakeyville

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Place St-Rédempteur
Place St-Rédempteur

Golf Courses in Breakeyville

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de golf La Tempête

Breweries in Breakeyville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasseurs sur Demande
La Boite A Malt
La Korrigane
Nano cinco
Nano cinco

Stadiums & Teams in Breakeyville

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Breakeyville

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de ski Saint-Georges 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Club ski Beauce 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Centre de Ski Le Relais 0.0 — — $0 — — —
A venir 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Le Massif 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Breakeyville

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Saint-Georges Airport—Medium Airport
Grosse-Île Airport—Small Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite Airport—Small Airport
Île-aux-Grues Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Montmagny Airport—Small Airport
Paquet Airport—Small Airport
Pintendre Airport—Small Airport
Québec / Neuville Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce Airport—Small Airport
St-Anselme Airport—Small Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) Airport—Small Airport
St-Frédéric Airport—Small Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon Airport—Small Airport
Thetford Mines Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Breakeyville

30 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beltrami Audioprothésiste
Cataract MD
Centre d'activités de jour en déficience intellectuelle et en troubles du spectre de l'autisme de Saint-Romuald
Clinique Berger
Clinique chiropratique Richard
Clinique d’urgence mineure Jeffery Hale
Clinique de massothérapie et kinésithérapie Masseo
Clinique Médicale de Sillery
Clinique Médicale Lacroix
Clinique médicale Lévis-Métro
Clinique Médicale Pierre-Bertrand
Clinique médicale Saint-Rodrigue
Clinique Saint-Louis
CLSC de la Basse-Ville
CLSC de la Haute-Ville
CLSC de Limoilou
CLSC de Sainte-Foy-Sillery
CLSC des Rivières - Édifice Christ-Roi
CLSC Saint-Romuald
GMF-U Laurier
Groupe de Médecine Familiale SYNASE
Institut Laser Visuel
Kinatex Sports Physio Saint-Roch
La Clinique Santé Esthétique
LASIK MD
Maison Henri-Dutil
Maison PITCA
Passport Health Clinique Santé-Voyage Ville de Québec
PCN Physiothérapie et médecine du sport
Podiatre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Breakeyville

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Jean-Chrysostome
Église Notre-Dame du Perpétuel-Secours
Saint-Étienne-de-Lauzon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Breakeyville

What is the population of Breakeyville?

Breakeyville has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 302.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Breakeyville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% 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 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Breakeyville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Breakeyville?

Breakeyville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.1 inches, with 17.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Breakeyville?

The unemployment rate in Breakeyville is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 155 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Breakeyville?

The median home value in Breakeyville is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Breakeyville?

32.9% of adults in Breakeyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Breakeyville?

The average commute in Breakeyville is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Breakeyville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Breakeyville is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

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