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Grand-Métis, QC

Quebec

Grand-Métis is a small town in Quebec with a population of 218. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
218 Population 23/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $647/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 $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How Grand-Métis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population218
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female52% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$647
Ownership85.7%
Housing Units105
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+21.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Grand-Métis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand-Métis receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Grand-Métis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand-Métis is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand-Métis is $125,000, 56% 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 1.7x 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%. 21.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Grand-Métis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow.

Grand-Métis has a population of 218 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.5% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 4.6% of residents, while 93.2% speak Spanish.

Population

218
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand-Métis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 4.6%
94% below US avg
Spanish 93.2%
595% above US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Grand-Métis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand-Métis is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 25.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grand-Métis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand-Métis is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 85.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 105 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.7%
Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied9.5%
Housing Units105

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, Grand-Métis receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Grand-Métis 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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Grand-Métis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.7 inches. The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates48.6300°N, 68.0893°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 58 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 127 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 130 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 118 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 135 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 122 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 37 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 64 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 49 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 146 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 49 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 43 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 40 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 50 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 144 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 55 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 48 km
Jan 7, 2012 8 km WNW of Rivière-du-Loup, Canada M2.6 145 km
Feb 11, 2016 40 km NNE of Edmundston, Canada M2.5 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.5 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in Wettest
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.4 in

Grand-Métis has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 8°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.5").

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6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+21.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area9.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Radio Stations near Grand-Métis

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Grand-Métis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'interprétation Zoom Nature

Libraries in Grand-Métis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Jean-Louis-Desrosiers0.0
Heritage Lower St-Lawrence0.0

Ski Resorts Near Grand-Métis

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Abandoned Ski Sector 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Ti-Basse 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Grand-Métis

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grand-Métis

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Leggatt's Point Presbyterian Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grand-Métis

What is the population of Grand-Métis?

Grand-Métis has a population of 218 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.5% female and 52.3% male.

Is Grand-Métis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% 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 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Grand-Métis safe?

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

What is the weather like in Grand-Métis?

Grand-Métis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grand-Métis?

The unemployment rate in Grand-Métis is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 25.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grand-Métis?

The median home value in Grand-Métis is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 85.7%.

How are the schools in Grand-Métis?

6.3% of adults in Grand-Métis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Grand-Métis?

The average commute in Grand-Métis is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grand-Métis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grand-Métis is 100% White. 4.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.2% speak Spanish.

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