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Caplan, QC

Quebec

Caplan is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,966. Residents earn $61,600 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,966 Population 59/sq mi density
$61,600 Median Income $39,120 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$576 Median Rent 8.2% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$61,600 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $576/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,600
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $576
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,966
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,600
Per Capita$39,120
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty14.7%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$576
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units920
Rent Burden8.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+20.9%
Graduate+0.9%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Caplan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caplan 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. Caplan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caplan is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.7% 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 Caplan is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $576 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

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Caplan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow.

Caplan has a population of 1,966 with a density of 59 people per square mile, spread across 33.1 square miles. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.1% of residents, while 95.7% speak Spanish.

Population

1,966
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
33.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Caplan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.1%
96% below US avg
Spanish 95.7%
614% above US avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Caplan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caplan is $61,600, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,120. The average weekly wage is $752, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 61 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 18.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Caplan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,120
Avg Weekly Wage$752

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Caplan is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $576 (50% below the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 920 total housing units in the city. 8.2% 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$576
50% below US avg
Rent Burden8.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units920

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, Caplan receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Caplan 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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Caplan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 262 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 41.0 inches. The area receives 18.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.1°F
29% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area33.1 sq mi (85.7 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates48.1026°N, 65.6834°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 18.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 146 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 139 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 141 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 141 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 139 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 99 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 141 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 89 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 140 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 141 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 116 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 142 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 135 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 106 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 127 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 145 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 128 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 141 km
Jul 3, 2010 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 141 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 101 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 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.4 in

Caplan has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 11°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school. 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+20.9%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area33.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.3%

Schools in Caplan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Cap Beau-Soleil - - - -
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Radio Stations near Caplan

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 Caplan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée acadien du Québec à Bonaventure
Musée de la divière Cascapédia

Libraries in Caplan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Françoise-Bujold0.0
Liber0.0

Gas Stations in Caplan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Multi Gaz
Petro-Canada

Ski Resorts Near Caplan

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Caplan

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Charlo AirportYCLMedium Airport
Brébeuf Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Caplan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Caplan Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Caplan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Charles de Caplan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Caplan

What is the population of Caplan?

Caplan has a population of 1,966 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 33.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.4% male.

Is Caplan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,600, 18% 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 $576 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 Caplan safe?

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

What is the weather like in Caplan?

Caplan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Caplan?

The unemployment rate in Caplan is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $752. There are 61 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 18.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Caplan?

The median home value in Caplan is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $576. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

How are the schools in Caplan?

8.7% of adults in Caplan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school. 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Caplan?

The average commute in Caplan is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Caplan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Caplan is 99.7% White. 3.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.7% speak Spanish.

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