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Hauterive, QC

Quebec

Hauterive is a small city in Quebec with a population of 11,549. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
11,549 Population 74/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 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
4.9 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% 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 Hauterive Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,549
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units4,620
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Hauterive a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hauterive receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Hauterive offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hauterive 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 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hauterive is $230,186, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hauterive has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 73.0 inches of snow.

Hauterive has a population of 11,549 with a density of 74 people per square mile, spread across 155.6 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.6% of residents, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

Population

11,549
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
155.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hauterive vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.6%
92% below US avg
Spanish 88.1%
557% above US avg
Other Languages 5.3%

Social Characteristics

Hauterive vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hauterive 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 358 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hauterive 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)358

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hauterive is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,620 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 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units4,620

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, Hauterive receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Hauterive 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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Hauterive has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The area receives 73.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area155.6 sq mi (403.1 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates49.1957°N, 68.2581°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 73.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 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 M4.4 148 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 79 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 100 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 101 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 109 km
Mar 21, 1991 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 133 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 104 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 145 km
Mar 20, 1991 44 km SE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.7 141 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 31 km
May 28, 2006 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 149 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 39 km
May 28, 2006 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 148 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 29 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 111 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 15 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 28 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 27 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 14 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 3.1 in
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 2.7 in
April 33°F (1°C) 3.1 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
October 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in Wettest
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.9 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.5 in

Hauterive has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 9°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.7").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area155.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Schools in Hauterive

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Monseigneur Bélanger
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Radio Stations near Hauterive

1 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

Museums in Hauterive

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jardin des Glaciers

Hotels in Hauterive

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn

Cafes in Hauterive

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Theatres in Hauterive

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre des arts de Baie-Comeau

Clinics in Hauterive

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CSSS de Manicouagan

Veterinaries in Hauterive

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôpital Vétérinaire Manicouagan

Gas Stations in Hauterive

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #844624861
Canadian Tire
Irving
Marché Du Carrefour
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Shell
Shell
Ultramar
Ultramar

Shopping Malls in Hauterive

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Laflèche
Centre Manicouagan

Golf Courses in Hauterive

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf Baie Comeau

Ski Resorts Near Hauterive

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 Hauterive

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hauterive

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Baie Comeau Succ Bureau-Chef

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hauterive

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathedral of Saint John Eudes
Église Évangélique

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hauterive

What is the population of Hauterive?

Hauterive has a population of 11,549 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 155.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Hauterive expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% 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 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hauterive safe?

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

What is the weather like in Hauterive?

Hauterive has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 73.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hauterive?

The unemployment rate in Hauterive 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 358 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hauterive?

The median home value in Hauterive is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Hauterive?

32.9% of adults in Hauterive hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hauterive?

The average commute in Hauterive is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hauterive?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hauterive is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

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