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Duhamel, QC

Quebec

Duhamel is a small town in Quebec with a population of 569. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
569 Population 3/sq mi density
$63,200 Median Income $43,200 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 12.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$63,200 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,200
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population569
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,200
Per Capita$43,200
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty15.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,000
Rent$647
Ownership93.6%
Housing Units310
Rent Burden12.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+27.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Duhamel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duhamel receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Duhamel has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duhamel is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Duhamel is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x 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

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Duhamel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow.

Duhamel has a population of 569 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 165.0 square miles. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46% female and 54% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.2% of residents, while 92% speak Spanish.

Population

569
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
165.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Duhamel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.2%
92% below US avg
Spanish 92.0%
587% above US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Duhamel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duhamel is $63,200, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $831, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 41.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Duhamel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,200
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,200
Avg Weekly Wage$831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Duhamel is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 93.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 310 total housing units in the city. 12.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden12.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.6%
Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied8.1%
Housing Units310

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, Duhamel receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Duhamel 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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Duhamel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The area receives 15.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area165.0 sq mi (427.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates46.0232°N, 75.0799°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.1"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 15.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

183 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 34 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 103 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 50 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 79 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 67 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 51 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 148 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 62 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 51 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 20 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 33 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 45 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 143 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 113 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 147 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 34 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 141 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 62 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 48 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 49 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
July 65°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.2 in

Duhamel has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 7°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").

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7.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 66.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+27.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area165.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.7%

Museums in Duhamel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Le Petit Musée
Mulgrave & Derry Historical Society

Libraries in Duhamel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Chénéville0.0
Bibliothèque de Vendée0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Duhamel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Place du Marché

Hotels in Duhamel

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Poisson Blanc

Ski Resorts Near Duhamel

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Duhamel

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International AirportYOWLarge Airport
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
CheneySmall Airport
Chute-Saint-Philippe AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza AirstripSmall Airport
Indian Creek FieldSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Maxville AirportSmall Airport
Mont Laurier AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Navan Bearbrook AirportSmall Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)Small Airport
Pendleton AirportSmall Airport
St. André-Avellin AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Duhamel

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Paroisse Notre-Dame du Mont-Carmel

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Frequently Asked Questions About Duhamel

What is the population of Duhamel?

Duhamel has a population of 569 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 165.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46% female and 54% male.

Is Duhamel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Duhamel safe?

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

What is the weather like in Duhamel?

Duhamel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 15.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Duhamel?

The job market in Duhamel faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $831. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 41.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Duhamel?

The median home value in Duhamel is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 93.6%.

How are the schools in Duhamel?

7.4% of adults in Duhamel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Duhamel?

The average commute in Duhamel is 29 minutes. 66.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 41.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Duhamel?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Duhamel is 98.2% White. 6.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 92% speak Spanish.

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