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Cap-Santé, QC

Quebec

Cap-Santé is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,594. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,594 Population 171/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $47,960 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $650/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

How Cap-Santé Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,594
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$47,960
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty6.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$650
Ownership88.7%
Housing Units1,510
Rent Burden7.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+21.3%
Graduate+4.2%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Cap-Santé a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cap-Santé receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Cap-Santé offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cap-Santé is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cap-Santé is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x 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

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cap-Santé 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. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow.

Cap-Santé has a population of 3,594 with a density of 171 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1% of residents, while 97.1% speak Spanish.

Population

3,594
Total Population
2021 Census
171
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
21.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cap-Santé vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.0%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.1%
624% above US avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Cap-Santé vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cap-Santé is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,960 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $922, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 111 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 26.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cap-Santé vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,960
Avg Weekly Wage$922

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)111

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home26.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cap-Santé is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,510 total housing units in the city. 7.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.7%
Owner-Occupied88.7%
Renter-Occupied10.9%
Housing Units1,510

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, Cap-Santé receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cap-Santé 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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Cap-Santé 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 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area21.0 sq mi (54.5 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates46.6716°N, 71.7881°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 16.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 32 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 108 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 116 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 145 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 110 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 138 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 122 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 102 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 148 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 121 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 142 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 23 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 87 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 94 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 86 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 135 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 59 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 81 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 137 km
Dec 11, 2013 9 km W of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.4 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 11°F (-11°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.9 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.4 in
November 33°F (0°C) 4.2 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.8 in

Cap-Santé has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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11.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.3% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+21.3%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area21.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home26.2%

Schools in Cap-Santé

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École du Bon Pasteur — — — —
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Radio Stations near Cap-Santé

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Labgate P.YG. Pink Floyd, Yes, Genesis progressive rock MP3 128 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
CHOC-FM 88.7 Saint-Raymond de Portneuf, QC classic hits MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Cap-Santé

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Le Musée du vélo
Maison de Pointe-Platon

Libraries in Cap-Santé

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque : "Au fil des mots"0.0
Bibliothèque Anne-Hébert0.0
Bibliothèque Auguste-Honoré-Gosselin0.0
Bibliothèque de Portneuf0.0
Bibliotheque St-Flavien0.0

Farmers Markets in Cap-Santé

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Public Deschambault

Cafes in Cap-Santé

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chez Ti-Bi

Theatres in Cap-Santé

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Salle Albert-Fortier

Monuments in Cap-Santé

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Puits Vouillé

Breweries in Cap-Santé

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie 46° Nord

Ski Resorts Near Cap-Santé

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de Ski Le Relais 0.0 — — $0 — — —
A venir 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Cap-Santé

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—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
St-Basile (Marcotte) Airport—Small Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon Airport—Small Airport
Thetford Mines Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cap-Santé

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de la Sainte-Famille

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cap-Santé

What is the population of Cap-Santé?

Cap-Santé has a population of 3,594 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Cap-Santé expensive to live in?

The median household income is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cap-Santé safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cap-Santé?

Cap-Santé 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 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 16.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cap-Santé?

Cap-Santé has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $922. There are 111 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 26.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cap-Santé?

The median home value in Cap-Santé is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $650. The homeownership rate is 88.7%.

How are the schools in Cap-Santé?

11.5% of adults in Cap-Santé hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.3% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cap-Santé?

The average commute in Cap-Santé is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cap-Santé?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cap-Santé is 98.7% White. 1% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

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