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Grand-Remous, QC

Quebec

Grand-Remous is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,159. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,159 Population 9/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $36,300 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$540 Median Rent 8.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $540/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $540
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,159
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$36,300
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty17.8%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$540
Ownership78.6%
Housing Units560
Rent Burden8.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+21.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Grand-Remous a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand-Remous is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.8% 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 Grand-Remous is $160,000, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $540 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

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Grand-Remous has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow.

Grand-Remous has a population of 1,159 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 135.8 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 52.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.6% of residents, while 96.5% speak Spanish.

Population

1,159
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
135.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand-Remous vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.6%
97% below US avg
Spanish 96.5%
620% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand-Remous vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand-Remous is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,300. The average weekly wage is $698, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 36 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 7.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grand-Remous vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,300
Avg Weekly Wage$698

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand-Remous is $160,000, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $540 (54% below the national average of $1,163). 78.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 560 total housing units in the city. 8.0% 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$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$540
54% below US avg
Rent Burden8.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.6%
Owner-Occupied78.6%
Renter-Occupied21.4%
Housing Units560

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-Remous receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Grand-Remous 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-Remous has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.2 inches. The area receives 13.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 610 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area135.8 sq mi (351.6 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates46.6192°N, 75.9158°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 13.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

141 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 89 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 102 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 30 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 73 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 134 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 27 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 150 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 135 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 56 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 61 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 137 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 125 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 87 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 123 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 65 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 82 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 55 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 125 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 118 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 104 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 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.3 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 2.9 in

Grand-Remous has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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4.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+21.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area135.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Radio Stations near Grand-Remous

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Grand-Remous

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moulin des Pères

Libraries in Grand-Remous

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblio-Outaouais0.0
Blibliothèque de Val-Limoges0.0

Gas Stations in Grand-Remous

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Petroplus
Shell
Sonerco

Ski Resorts Near Grand-Remous

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Ste. Marie 0.0 $0

Airports Near Grand-Remous

4 airports within the area.

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

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Grand-Remous

What is the population of Grand-Remous?

Grand-Remous has a population of 1,159 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 135.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 52.4% male.

Is Grand-Remous expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,000 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $540 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 Grand-Remous safe?

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

What is the weather like in Grand-Remous?

Grand-Remous has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 13.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grand-Remous?

The unemployment rate in Grand-Remous is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $698. There are 36 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 7.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grand-Remous?

The median home value in Grand-Remous is $160,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $540. The homeownership rate is 78.6%.

How are the schools in Grand-Remous?

4.2% of adults in Grand-Remous hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Grand-Remous?

The average commute in Grand-Remous is 27 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grand-Remous?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grand-Remous is 100% White. 2.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.5% speak Spanish.

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