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Dolbeau-Mistassini, QC

Quebec

Dolbeau-Mistassini is a small city in Quebec with a population of 13,718. Residents earn $62,800 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
13,718 Population 121/sq mi density
$62,800 Median Income $41,920 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$524 Median Rent 8.9% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 236 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$62,800 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $524/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,800
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $524
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

How Dolbeau-Mistassini Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population13,718
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,800
Per Capita$41,920
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty14.2%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$524
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units6,265
Rent Burden8.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+20.5%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Dolbeau-Mistassini a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dolbeau-Mistassini receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Dolbeau-Mistassini offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dolbeau-Mistassini is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.2% 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 Dolbeau-Mistassini is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $524 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dolbeau-Mistassini has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 59.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Dolbeau-Mistassini has a population of 13,718 with a density of 121 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

13,718
Total Population
2021 Census
121
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
113.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Dolbeau-Mistassini vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.3%
100% below US avg
Spanish98.9%
638% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dolbeau-Mistassini vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dolbeau-Mistassini is $62,800, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Dolbeau-Mistassini vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,800
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dolbeau-Mistassini is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $524 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$524
55% below US avg
Rent Burden8.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.6%
Renter-Occupied33.4%
Housing Units6,265

Property Tax

In Dolbeau-Mistassini, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dolbeau-Mistassini vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Dolbeau-Mistassini has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 236 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall59.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area113.3 sq mi (293.4 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates48.8786°N, 72.2314°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+20.5%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density121/sq mi
Total Area113.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home8.6%

Nearby Cities

Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc, QC 1,101 pop · 6.8 mi Pont Rouge, QC 7,518 pop · 6.8 mi Albanel, QC 2,181 pop · 9.9 mi Normandin, QC 2,991 pop · 14.0 mi Girardville, QC 1,018 pop · 16.7 mi Saint-Félicien, QC 10,089 pop · 18.6 mi Saint-Prime, QC 2,760 pop · 20.3 mi Mashteuiatsh, QC 2,010 pop · 20.9 mi La Doré, QC 1,359 pop · 22.2 mi Roberval, QC 9,840 pop · 25.0 mi L'Ascension-de-Notre-Seigneur, QC 2,079 pop · 29.1 mi Chambord, QC 1,748 pop · 31.7 mi Pointe-du-Lac, QC 7,104 pop · 33.2 mi Saint-Gédéon, QC 2,177 pop · 33.7 mi
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