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Chute-aux-Outardes, QC

Quebec

Chute-aux-Outardes is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,391. Residents earn $59,200 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,391 Population 480/sq mi density
$59,200 Median Income $40,100 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$440 Median Rent 2.9% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$59,200 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $440/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $59,200
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $440
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

How Chute-aux-Outardes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,391
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density480/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,200
Per Capita$40,100
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty16.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$440
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units690
Rent Burden2.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+20.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Chute-aux-Outardes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chute-aux-Outardes receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chute-aux-Outardes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chute-aux-Outardes is $59,200, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chute-aux-Outardes is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $440 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chute-aux-Outardes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow.

Chute-aux-Outardes has a population of 1,391 with a density of 480 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.4% of residents, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

Population

1,391
Total Population
2021 Census
480
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chute-aux-Outardes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.4%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.9%
638% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chute-aux-Outardes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chute-aux-Outardes is $59,200, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,100. The average weekly wage is $771, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 43 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chute-aux-Outardes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,200
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,100
Avg Weekly Wage$771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chute-aux-Outardes is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $440 (62% below the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 690 total housing units in the city. 2.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$440
62% below US avg
Rent Burden2.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units690

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, Chute-aux-Outardes receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Chute-aux-Outardes 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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Chute-aux-Outardes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.6 inches. The area receives 18.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density480/sq mi
Coordinates49.1168°N, 68.3990°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 18.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 84 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 113 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 122 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 113 km
Mar 21, 1991 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 146 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 117 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 132 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 33 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 35 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 49 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 124 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 28 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 32 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 16 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 12 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 140 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 53 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.8 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.1 in Wettest
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.8 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 3.5 in

Chute-aux-Outardes has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 6°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.8").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+20.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density480/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Schools in Chute-aux-Outardes

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Richard — — — —
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Radio Stations near Chute-aux-Outardes

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHLC-FM "FM 97.1 La radio des hits" Baie-Comeau, QC hot adult contemporary MP3 256 kbps

Farmers Markets in Chute-aux-Outardes

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boni-Soir - Dépanneur Ashini
Dépanneur Messek Enr

Gas Stations in Chute-aux-Outardes

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Shell

Banks in Chute-aux-Outardes

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Ski Resorts Near Chute-aux-Outardes

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Abandoned Ski Sector 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Ti-Basse 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Chute-aux-Outardes

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Forestville AirportYFEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chute-aux-Outardes

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Antoine des Buissons
Églse Saint-Augustin de Chute-aux-Outardes

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chute-aux-Outardes

What is the population of Chute-aux-Outardes?

Chute-aux-Outardes has a population of 1,391 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 480 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 51.1% male.

Is Chute-aux-Outardes expensive to live in?

The median household income is $59,200, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $440 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Chute-aux-Outardes safe?

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

What is the weather like in Chute-aux-Outardes?

Chute-aux-Outardes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches, with 18.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chute-aux-Outardes?

Chute-aux-Outardes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $771. There are 43 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 5.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chute-aux-Outardes?

The median home value in Chute-aux-Outardes is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $440. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

How are the schools in Chute-aux-Outardes?

0.0% of adults in Chute-aux-Outardes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Chute-aux-Outardes?

The average commute in Chute-aux-Outardes is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chute-aux-Outardes?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chute-aux-Outardes is 100% White. 0.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Ragueneau, QC 1,314 pop · 4.3 mi Pointe-aux-Outardes, QC 1,434 pop · 5.2 mi Pointe-Lebel, QC 1,817 pop · 7.4 mi Hauterive, QC 11,549 pop · 8.4 mi Baie-Comeau, QC 20,687 pop · 13.2 mi Pessamit, QC 2,428 pop · 16.3 mi Betsiamites, QC 2,428 pop · 16.5 mi Price, QC 1,729 pop · 37.6 mi Mont-Joli, QC 6,384 pop · 38.0 mi Saint-Ulric, QC 1,567 pop · 39.0 mi Luceville, QC 1,112 pop · 39.5 mi Sainte-Luce, QC 2,845 pop · 40.6 mi Forestville, QC 2,892 pop · 40.7 mi Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, QC 3,019 pop · 44.2 mi
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