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Ferme-Neuve, QC

Quebec

Ferme-Neuve is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,716. Residents earn $55,600 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,716 Population 9/sq mi density
$55,600 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$154,000 Home Value
$528 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$55,600 median income, 11.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,000 home value, $528/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,600
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $528
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.9%
231% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

How Ferme-Neuve Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,716
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,600
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty19.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,000
Rent$528
Ownership75.3%
Housing Units1,275
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+16.2%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Ferme-Neuve a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ferme-Neuve 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ferme-Neuve has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ferme-Neuve is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ferme-Neuve is $154,000, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ferme-Neuve has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 5°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 40.7 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow.

Ferme-Neuve has a population of 2,716 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 303.6 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.7% of residents, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

Population

2,716
Total Population
2021 Census
9
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
303.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Ferme-Neuve vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.7%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.3%
634% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ferme-Neuve vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ferme-Neuve is $55,600, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 84 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 9.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ferme-Neuve vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,600
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ferme-Neuve is $154,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 75.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,275 total housing units in the city. 9.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,000
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.3%
Owner-Occupied75.3%
Renter-Occupied25.1%
Housing Units1,275

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, Ferme-Neuve receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Ferme-Neuve 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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Ferme-Neuve has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 5°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 40.7 inches. The area receives 14.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.0°F
31% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area303.6 sq mi (786.2 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates46.7001°N, 75.4493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 14.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

147 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 91 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 126 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 28 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 101 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 111 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 25 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 128 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 78 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 113 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 131 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 75 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 68 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 114 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 121 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 74 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 47 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 119 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 140 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 123 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 96 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 33 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.8 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 2.9 in

Ferme-Neuve has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 5°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.3").

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6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.2% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+16.2%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area303.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Schools in Ferme-Neuve

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École du Sacré-Coeur
École Notre-Dame-du-Saint-Sacrement
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Radio Stations near Ferme-Neuve

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLO-FM 104.7 Mont-Laurier, 101.9 Riviere Rouge, QC contemporary hits MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Ferme-Neuve

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Mont-Laurier0.0
Bibliothèque des Beaux-Rivages0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0

Gas Stations in Ferme-Neuve

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Ultramar

Airports Near Ferme-Neuve

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Aviation PLMG Inc AirportSmall Airport
Chute-Saint-Philippe AirportSmall Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ferme-Neuve

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Ferme-Neuve

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ferme-Neuve

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame de la Liévre

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ferme-Neuve

What is the population of Ferme-Neuve?

Ferme-Neuve has a population of 2,716 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 303.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Ferme-Neuve expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $154,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ferme-Neuve safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ferme-Neuve?

Ferme-Neuve has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 5°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 40.7 inches, with 14.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ferme-Neuve?

The job market in Ferme-Neuve faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $723. There are 84 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 9.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ferme-Neuve?

The median home value in Ferme-Neuve is $154,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $528. The homeownership rate is 75.3%.

How are the schools in Ferme-Neuve?

6.3% of adults in Ferme-Neuve hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.2% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Ferme-Neuve?

The average commute in Ferme-Neuve is 27 minutes. 89.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ferme-Neuve?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ferme-Neuve is 100% White. 0.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

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