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Fortierville, QC

Quebec

Fortierville is a small town in Quebec with a population of 660. Residents earn $54,800 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
660 Population 38/sq mi density
$54,800 Median Income $37,800 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$460 Median Rent 10.2% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$54,800 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $460/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,800
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $460
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population660
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,800
Per Capita$37,800
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty18.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$460
Ownership79.0%
Housing Units310
Rent Burden10.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+26.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Fortierville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fortierville 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, below-average incomes. Fortierville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fortierville is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fortierville is $140,000, 50% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $460 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fortierville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow.

Fortierville has a population of 660 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 17.2 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.3% of residents, while 90.9% speak Spanish.

Population

660
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
17.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fortierville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.3%
97% below US avg
Spanish 90.9%
578% above US avg
Other Languages 6.8%

Social Characteristics

Fortierville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fortierville is $54,800, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,800. The average weekly wage is $727, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (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 20 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 28.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fortierville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,800
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,800
Avg Weekly Wage$727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Fortierville is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $460 (60% below the national average of $1,163). 79.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 310 total housing units in the city. 10.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$460
60% below US avg
Rent Burden10.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.0%
Owner-Occupied79.0%
Renter-Occupied21.0%
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, Fortierville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fortierville 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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Fortierville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 15.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area17.2 sq mi (44.5 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates46.4870°N, 72.0322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
12% above US avg
Snowfall 15.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 59 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 135 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 128 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 125 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 149 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 120 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 74 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 137 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 149 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 32 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 109 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 61 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 120 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 107 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 85 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 112 km
Dec 11, 2013 9 km W of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.4 149 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 138 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 96 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
September 56°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.4 in

Fortierville has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+26.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area17.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.2%

Radio Stations near Fortierville

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CHOC 88.7 classic hits, folk MP3 192 kbps
CHOC-FM 88.7 Saint-Raymond de Portneuf, QC classic hits MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Fortierville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison de Pointe-Platon

Libraries in Fortierville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Portneuf0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Charles-Magnan0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale - ville de Bécancour0.0

Farmers Markets in Fortierville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Public Deschambault

Ski Resorts Near Fortierville

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Fortierville

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport—Small Airport
Paquet Airport—Small Airport
Québec / Neuville Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) Airport—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fortierville

What is the population of Fortierville?

Fortierville has a population of 660 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 17.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Fortierville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,000 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $460 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fortierville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fortierville?

Fortierville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches, with 15.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fortierville?

The unemployment rate in Fortierville is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $727. There are 20 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 28.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fortierville?

The median home value in Fortierville is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $460. The homeownership rate is 79.0%.

How are the schools in Fortierville?

7.3% of adults in Fortierville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fortierville?

The average commute in Fortierville is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 28.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fortierville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fortierville is 99.3% White. 2.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 90.9% speak Spanish.

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