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Franquelin, QC

Quebec

Franquelin is a small town in Quebec with a population of 285. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
285 Population 2/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $51,200 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$51,200
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty12.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$647
Ownership84.9%
Housing Units165
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+21.2%
Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Franquelin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franquelin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Franquelin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Franquelin is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franquelin is $90,000, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x 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

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Franquelin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow.

Franquelin has a population of 285 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 168.6 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.1% female and 57.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.8% of residents, while 96.5% speak Spanish.

Population

285
Total Population
2021 Census
2
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
168.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Franquelin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.8%
98% below US avg
Spanish 96.5%
620% above US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Franquelin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franquelin is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $985, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 9 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Franquelin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$51,200
Avg Weekly Wage$985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)9

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Franquelin is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 84.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 165 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.9%
Owner-Occupied84.9%
Renter-Occupied12.1%
Housing Units165

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, Franquelin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Franquelin 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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Franquelin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.3°F
35% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area168.6 sq mi (436.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates49.3001°N, 67.8437°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.90"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Mar 16, 1999 55 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M4.4 115 km
Sep 21, 2013 53 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada M4.2 149 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 65 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 68 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 77 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 70 km
Mar 21, 1991 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 101 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 72 km
Mar 20, 1991 44 km SE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.7 108 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 40 km
May 28, 2006 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 117 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 19 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 27 km
May 28, 2006 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 115 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 79 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 37 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 34 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 39 km
May 9, 2006 24 km SSE of Sept-Îles, Canada M3.0 135 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 39 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.5 in
March 20°F (-6°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 33°F (1°C) 2.8 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in Wettest
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.8 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.6 in

Franquelin has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 6°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.4").

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3.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
89% below US avg
High School+21.2%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area168.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Franquelin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Père-Duclos
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Radio Stations near Franquelin

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHLC-FM "FM 97.1 La radio des hits" Baie-Comeau, QC hot adult contemporary MP3 256 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine) Matane, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHRM-FM "Plaisir105.3" Matane, QC adult contemporary, country MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Franquelin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Village Forestier d'antan

Gas Stations in Franquelin

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #2889453095

Ski Resorts Near Franquelin

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Abandoned Ski Sector 0.0 $0
Mont Ti-Basse 0.0 $0

Airports Near Franquelin

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Franquelin

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Étienne

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Frequently Asked Questions About Franquelin

What is the population of Franquelin?

Franquelin has a population of 285 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 168.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.1% female and 57.9% male.

Is Franquelin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Franquelin safe?

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

What is the weather like in Franquelin?

Franquelin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Franquelin?

The unemployment rate in Franquelin is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $985. There are 9 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Franquelin?

The median home value in Franquelin is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 84.9%.

How are the schools in Franquelin?

3.9% of adults in Franquelin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Franquelin?

The average commute in Franquelin is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Franquelin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Franquelin is 100% White. 1.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.5% speak Spanish.

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