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Cayamant, QC

Quebec

Cayamant is a small town in Quebec with a population of 895. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
895 Population 6/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $36,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$552 Median Rent 8.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $552/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $552
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population895
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$36,200
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty20.0%
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$552
Ownership77.1%
Housing Units415
Rent Burden8.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+27.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute41 min

Is Cayamant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cayamant 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. Cayamant has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cayamant is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cayamant is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cayamant 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 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow.

Cayamant has a population of 895 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 147.7 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.9% of residents, while 93.9% speak Spanish.

Population

895
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
147.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cayamant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.9%
95% below US avg
Spanish 93.9%
600% above US avg
Other Languages 2.2%

Social Characteristics

Cayamant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cayamant is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,200. The average weekly wage is $696, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 28 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 9.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cayamant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,200
Avg Weekly Wage$696

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cayamant is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $552 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 77.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 415 total housing units in the city. 8.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$552
53% below US avg
Rent Burden8.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.1%
Owner-Occupied77.1%
Renter-Occupied22.9%
Housing Units415

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, Cayamant receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cayamant 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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Cayamant 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 267 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 38.2 inches. The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 633 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area147.7 sq mi (382.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates46.1371°N, 76.2488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

151 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 66 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 43 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 63 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 141 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 102 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 64 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 142 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 98 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 116 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 110 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 115 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 99 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 99 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 84 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 51 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 102 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 145 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 99 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 117 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 127 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 65 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.3 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.1 in

Cayamant has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").

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2.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 92% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+27.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area147.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Ski Resorts Near Cayamant

6 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Cayamant

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
Arnprior AirportSmall Airport
Bruce McPhail Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Django FieldSmall Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier AirportSmall Airport
Parti FieldSmall Airport
Pontiac AirparkSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cayamant

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église St-Roch du Cayament

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cayamant

What is the population of Cayamant?

Cayamant has a population of 895 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 147.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Cayamant expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cayamant safe?

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

What is the weather like in Cayamant?

Cayamant 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 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cayamant?

The job market in Cayamant faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $696. There are 28 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 41 minutes, and 9.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cayamant?

The median home value in Cayamant is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $552. The homeownership rate is 77.1%.

How are the schools in Cayamant?

2.8% of adults in Cayamant hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Cayamant?

The average commute in Cayamant is 41 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cayamant?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cayamant is 100% White. 3.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.9% speak Spanish.

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