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Escuminac, QC

Quebec

Escuminac is a small town in Quebec with a population of 575. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
575 Population 14/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $40,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$596 Median Rent 12.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $596/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $596
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population575
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$40,800
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty17.6%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$596
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units250
Rent Burden12.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+20.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Escuminac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Escuminac receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Escuminac has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Escuminac is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Escuminac is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $596 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Escuminac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow.

Escuminac has a population of 575 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 42.0 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 23.5% of residents, while 73.9% speak Spanish.

Population

575
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
42.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Escuminac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 23.5%
70% below US avg
Spanish 73.9%
452% above US avg
Other Languages 2.6%

Social Characteristics

Escuminac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Escuminac is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,800. The average weekly wage is $785, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% 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 26 minutes. 20.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Escuminac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,800
Avg Weekly Wage$785

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Escuminac is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $596 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 250 total housing units in the city. 12.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, 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$596
49% below US avg
Rent Burden12.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied22.0%
Housing Units250

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, Escuminac receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Escuminac 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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Escuminac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°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 40.9 inches. The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area42.0 sq mi (108.7 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates48.1184°N, 66.4877°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 11, 2022.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 100 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 148 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 139 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 123 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 125 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 125 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 147 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 123 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 112 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 125 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 141 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 125 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 90 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 125 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 149 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 147 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 126 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 125 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 99 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.5 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.5 in

Escuminac has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 9°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.3").

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6.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 96.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+20.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area42.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Schools in Escuminac

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuminac Intermediate School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Escuminac

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIMS-FM 103.9 Balmoral, NB & 96.7 Dalhousie, NB radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Escuminac

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lieu historique national du Canada de la Bataille-de-la-Ristigouche/ Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site of Canada
Musée d'histoire naturelle du parc national de Miguasha
Restigouche Regional Museum

Libraries in Escuminac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Campbellton Centennial Library0.0
Dalhousie Centennial Library0.0
Raymond Lagacé Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Escuminac

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Restigouche Farmers' Market

Hotels in Escuminac

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge du château bahia
Château bahia
Château Bahia

Ski Resorts Near Escuminac

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Escuminac

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Charlo AirportYCLMedium Airport
Brébeuf Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Escuminac

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CLSC Malauze

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Frequently Asked Questions About Escuminac

What is the population of Escuminac?

Escuminac has a population of 575 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 42.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47% female and 53% male.

Is Escuminac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,800, 19% 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 $596 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Escuminac safe?

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

What is the weather like in Escuminac?

Escuminac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Escuminac?

The job market in Escuminac faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $785. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Escuminac?

The median home value in Escuminac is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $596. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Escuminac?

6.5% of adults in Escuminac hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Escuminac?

The average commute in Escuminac is 26 minutes. 96.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Escuminac?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Escuminac is 100% White. 23.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 73.9% speak Spanish.

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