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Fort-Coulonge, QC

Quebec

Fort-Coulonge is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,312. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,312 Population 1,150/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $38,500 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$564 Median Rent 9.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 16.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $564/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.3% 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+ 2.3%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $564
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.1%
347% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

How Fort-Coulonge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,312
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density1,150/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$38,500
Unemployment16.1%
Poverty17.4%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$564
Ownership61.7%
Housing Units575
Rent Burden9.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.3%
High School+25.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Fort-Coulonge a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort-Coulonge is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort-Coulonge is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 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

2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fort-Coulonge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow.

Fort-Coulonge has a population of 1,312 with a density of 1,150 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 16% of residents, while 80.6% speak Spanish.

Population

1,312
Total Population
2021 Census
1,150
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort-Coulonge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 16.0%
80% below US avg
Spanish 80.6%
502% above US avg
Other Languages 3.4%

Social Characteristics

Fort-Coulonge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort-Coulonge is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,500. The average weekly wage is $740, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 41 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 9.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fort-Coulonge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,500
Avg Weekly Wage$740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.1%
347% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort-Coulonge is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 61.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 575 total housing units in the city. 9.6% 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$564
52% below US avg
Rent Burden9.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.7%
Owner-Occupied61.7%
Renter-Occupied38.3%
Housing Units575

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, Fort-Coulonge receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fort-Coulonge 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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Fort-Coulonge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.4 inches. The area receives 13.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,150/sq mi
Coordinates45.8420°N, 76.7390°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 13.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

123 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 98 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 31 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 113 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 129 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 114 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 133 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 139 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 148 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 142 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 146 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 122 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 50 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 139 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 131 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 120 km
Aug 30, 1993 14 km WNW of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 147 km
Feb 26, 1998 33 km SW of Saint-Raphaël, Canada M3.7 39 km
Mar 19, 2025 17 km W of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 142 km
Sep 7, 2002 southern Quebec, Canada M3.7 129 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 31 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 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in Wettest
September 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.2 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 2.8 in

Fort-Coulonge has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.2").

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2.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.4% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.3%
93% below US avg
High School+25.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,150/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home9.3%

Schools in Fort-Coulonge

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sieur de Coulonge Highschool
École préscolaire Saint-Pierre
École primaire Poupore
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Radio Stations near Fort-Coulonge

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Valley Heritage Radio MP3 128 kbps
Valley Heritage Radio 98.7 CJHR classic country, country MP3 128 kbps
CIMY-FM 104.9 "MyFM" Pembroke, ON adult contemporary AAC+ 31 kbps

Museums in Fort-Coulonge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
George Bryson House
Ross Museum

Libraries in Fort-Coulonge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Shawville-Clarendon Library0.0
Whitewater Region Public Library - Beachburg Branch0.0
Whitewater Region Public Library - Cobden Branch0.0
Whitewater Region Public Library - Foresters Falls Branch0.0

Hotels in Fort-Coulonge

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spruceholme Inn

Cafes in Fort-Coulonge

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Downtown

Gas Stations in Fort-Coulonge

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lacroix Store
MacEwen
Petro-T
Sonic
Stinson

Banks in Fort-Coulonge

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Golf Courses in Fort-Coulonge

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf Pontefract

Breweries in Fort-Coulonge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brauwerk Hoffman
Whitewater Brewing Company
Whitewater Brewing Company
Whitewater Lakeside Brewpub
Whitewater Riverside Brewpub

Ski Resorts Near Fort-Coulonge

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Calabogie Peaks 0.0 $0
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 $0
Mont Chilly 0.0 $0

Airports Near Fort-Coulonge

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa / Carp AirportMedium Airport
Pembroke AirportYTAMedium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private StripSmall Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private StripSmall Airport
Aérodrome NilgautSmall Airport
Arnprior AirportSmall Airport
Bonnechere Soaring AerodromeSmall Airport
Bruce McPhail Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Carleton Place AirportSmall Airport
Cedar Hill AerodromeSmall Airport
Flint FieldSmall Airport
Fumerton FieldSmall Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Matawatchan AerodromeSmall Airport
Parti FieldSmall Airport
Pontiac AirparkSmall Airport

Post Offices in Fort-Coulonge

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fort-Coulonge

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Pierre
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

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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 Fort-Coulonge

What is the population of Fort-Coulonge?

Fort-Coulonge has a population of 1,312 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,150 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Fort-Coulonge 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 $564 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 Fort-Coulonge safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fort-Coulonge?

Fort-Coulonge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fort-Coulonge?

The job market in Fort-Coulonge faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $740. There are 41 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 9.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fort-Coulonge?

The median home value in Fort-Coulonge is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $564. The homeownership rate is 61.7%.

How are the schools in Fort-Coulonge?

2.3% of adults in Fort-Coulonge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fort-Coulonge?

The average commute in Fort-Coulonge is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.4% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 9.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fort-Coulonge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fort-Coulonge is 99.2% White. 16% of residents speak only English at home, while 80.6% speak Spanish.

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