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Fassett, QC

Quebec

Fassett is a small town in Quebec with a population of 453. Residents earn $52,400 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
453 Population 94/sq mi density
$52,400 Median Income $39,200 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$624 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 262 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
$52,400 median income, 19.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $624/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,400
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $624
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
428% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population453
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$52,400
Per Capita$39,200
Unemployment19.0%
Poverty18.4%
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$624
Ownership80.4%
Housing Units255
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+24.7%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute39 min

Is Fassett a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fassett is $52,400, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fassett is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $624 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fassett has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow.

Fassett has a population of 453 with a density of 94 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 53.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.2% of residents, while 94.4% speak Spanish.

Population

453
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fassett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.2%
97% below US avg
Spanish 94.4%
605% above US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

Fassett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fassett is $52,400, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,200. The average weekly wage is $754, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 17.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Fassett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,400
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,200
Avg Weekly Wage$754

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
428% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Drive Alone96.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fassett is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $624 (46% below the national average of $1,163). 80.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 255 total housing units in the city. 19.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$624
46% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.4%
Owner-Occupied80.4%
Renter-Occupied19.6%
Housing Units255

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, Fassett receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fassett 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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Fassett has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°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 40.8 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates45.6442°N, 74.8692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 14.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

185 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 54 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 116 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 107 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 51 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 40 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 111 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 48 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 51 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 13 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 61 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 13 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 26 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 125 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 72 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 79 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 26 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 29 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 58 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 88 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 51 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 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in

Fassett has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 11°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 96.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+24.7%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Drive Alone96.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

Museums in Fassett

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d’interprétation du Patrimoine de Plaisance
Musée des Pionniers
Société historique Louis-Joseph-Papineau

Libraries in Fassett

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Alfred Branch0.0
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Curran Branch0.0
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Lefaivre Branch0.0
Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Plantagenet Branch0.0
BIBLIO0.0
Bibliothèque Calumet0.0
Bibliothèque de Chénéville0.0
Bibliothèque Pointe-au-Chêne0.0
Champlain Township Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Fassett

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alfred Flea Market
Place du Marché

Breweries in Fassett

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beau's All Natural Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Fassett

13 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Ski Chantecler 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Avalanche 0.0 $0
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 $0
Zone Telemark Montagne Noir 0.0 $0
Ski La Réserve 0.0 $0
Piste de Glisse 0.0 $0
Ski Garceau 0.0 $0

Airports Near Fassett

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Massena International Airport Richards FieldMSSMedium Airport
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
CheneySmall Airport
Devereaux Rd Farm StripSmall Airport
Grey's Creek Private AirstripSmall 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
Kenmore AerodromeSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lancaster AirparkSmall Airport
Long Sault AirstripSmall Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Maxville AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Morrisburg AirportSmall Airport
Navan Bearbrook AirportSmall Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)Small Airport
Ottawa/Embrun AerodromeSmall Airport
Pendleton AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield AerodromeSmall Airport
St. André-Avellin AerodromeSmall Airport
Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee AirportSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport
Williamsburg (North) Farm StripSmall Airport
Williamsburg (South) AerodromeSmall Airport
Williamsburg AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fassett

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Fidèle
Église Saint-Thomas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fassett

What is the population of Fassett?

Fassett has a population of 453 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 53.3% male.

Is Fassett expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,400, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $624 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fassett safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fassett?

Fassett has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fassett?

The job market in Fassett faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $754. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 39 minutes, and 17.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fassett?

The median home value in Fassett is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $624. The homeownership rate is 80.4%.

How are the schools in Fassett?

7.1% of adults in Fassett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fassett?

The average commute in Fassett is 39 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 96.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fassett?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fassett is 100% White. 2.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.4% speak Spanish.

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