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Grande-Rivière, QC

Quebec

Grande-Rivière is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,384. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,384 Population 100/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $36,760 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$560 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $560/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $560
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

How Grande-Rivière Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,384
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$36,760
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty16.3%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$560
Ownership63.8%
Housing Units1,645
Rent Burden13.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+23.0%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Grande-Rivière a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grande-Rivière is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grande-Rivière is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $560 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

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Grande-Rivière has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 22.5 inches of snow.

Grande-Rivière has a population of 3,384 with a density of 100 people per square mile, spread across 34.0 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.2% of residents, while 97.6% speak Spanish.

Population

3,384
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
34.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Grande-Rivière vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.2%
98% below US avg
Spanish 97.6%
629% above US avg
Other Languages 1.2%

Social Characteristics

Grande-Rivière vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grande-Rivière is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,760. The average weekly wage is $707, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 105 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grande-Rivière vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,760
Avg Weekly Wage$707

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)105

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Grande-Rivière is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $560 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 63.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,645 total housing units in the city. 13.1% 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$560
52% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.8%
Owner-Occupied63.8%
Renter-Occupied36.2%
Housing Units1,645

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, Grande-Rivière receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Grande-Rivière 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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Grande-Rivière has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area34.0 sq mi (87.9 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates48.4003°N, 64.5011°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above US avg
Snowfall 22.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.12"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 2, 2010.

Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 112 km
Aug 2, 2010 18 km NNW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 1 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.2 in
April 33°F (1°C) 3.6 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
October 42°F (6°C) 5.1 in Wettest
November 31°F (-0°C) 4.6 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 4.5 in

Grande-Rivière has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 11°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.8").

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5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.0% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+23.0%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area34.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Schools in Grande-Rivière

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Bon-Pasteur
École secondaire du Littoral
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Radio Stations near Grande-Rivière

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Grande-Rivière

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale de Grande-Rivière0.0

Cafes in Grande-Rivière

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexina
Café Chèvres dansantes

Cinemas in Grande-Rivière

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinéparc Paradiso

Gas Stations in Grande-Rivière

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crevier
Entreprises Christian Pinel
Petro-Canada
Shell

Banks in Grande-Rivière

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins
National Bank

Breweries in Grande-Rivière

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Microbrasserie Pit Caribou
Nano-Brasserie Brett & Sauvage

Ski Resorts Near Grande-Rivière

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de ski Mont Béchervaise 0.0 $0

Airports Near Grande-Rivière

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Michel-Pouliot Gaspé AirportYGPMedium Airport
Du Rocher-Percé (Pabok) AirportSmall Airport
Pokemouche AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Grande-Rivière

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Grande-Rivière
Bureau de poste Grande-rivière-Ouest

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grande-Rivière

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Assomption-de-Notre-Dame de Grande-Rivière

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grande-Rivière

What is the population of Grande-Rivière?

Grande-Rivière has a population of 3,384 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 34.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Grande-Rivière expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,400, 20% 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 $560 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 Grande-Rivière safe?

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

What is the weather like in Grande-Rivière?

Grande-Rivière has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 22.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grande-Rivière?

The job market in Grande-Rivière faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $707. There are 105 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grande-Rivière?

The median home value in Grande-Rivière is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $560. The homeownership rate is 63.8%.

How are the schools in Grande-Rivière?

5.9% of adults in Grande-Rivière hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.0% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Grande-Rivière?

The average commute in Grande-Rivière is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grande-Rivière?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grande-Rivière is 97.8% White, 1.3% Black or African American. 1.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.6% speak Spanish.

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