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Hope, QC

Quebec

Hope is a small town in Quebec with a population of 334. Residents earn $56,000 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
334 Population 17/sq mi density
$56,000 Median Income $38,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 6.9% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$56,000 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $647/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,000
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population334
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,000
Per Capita$38,800
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty16.8%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units295
Rent Burden6.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+20.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hope receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hope has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hope is $56,000, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hope is $150,000, 47% 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 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hope has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hope has a population of 334 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 16.2% of residents, while 82.9% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

334
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
19.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only16.2%
79% below US avg
Spanish82.9%
519% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hope is $56,000, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,800. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,000
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hope is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 295 total housing units in the city. 6.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, 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$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden6.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%
Renter-Occupied10.2%
Housing Units295

Property Tax

In Hope, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hope vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Hope has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 741 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates48.1208°N, 65.2482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.1 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (14°C) 4.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 4.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 32°F (0°C) 4.3 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.1 in

Hope has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 11°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.4").

4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 90.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+20.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area19.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hope

What is the population of Hope?

Hope has a population of 334 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Hope expensive to live in?

Hope is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,000, 25% 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 $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Hope?

Hope has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches, with 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Hope?

The job market in Hope faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 4.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hope?

The median home value in Hope is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647.

How are the schools in Hope?

4.6% of adults in Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hope?

The obesity rate in Hope is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Hope?

The average commute in Hope is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hope?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hope is 100% White. 16.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 82.9% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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