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Kitigan Zibi, QC

Quebec

Kitigan Zibi is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,204. Residents earn $45,200 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,204 Population 16/sq mi density
$45,200 Median Income $33,100 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$45,200 median income, 20.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,200
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.2%
461% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.8%
165% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,204
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$45,200
Per Capita$33,100
Unemployment20.2%
Poverty32.8%
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership69.0%
Housing Units580
Rent Burden31.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+22.3%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Kitigan Zibi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kitigan Zibi receives an overall livability score of 2.3 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. Kitigan Zibi has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kitigan Zibi is $45,200, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.8% 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 Kitigan Zibi 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. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kitigan Zibi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow.

Kitigan Zibi has a population of 1,204 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 75.3 square miles. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.2% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65% of residents, while 13.8% speak Spanish.

Population

1,204
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
75.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kitigan Zibi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.0%
17% below US avg
Spanish 13.8%
3% above US avg
Other Languages 21.3%

Social Characteristics

Kitigan Zibi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kitigan Zibi is $45,200, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,100 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $637, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 37 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Kitigan Zibi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,200
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,100
Avg Weekly Wage$637

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.2%
461% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.8%
165% above US avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kitigan Zibi is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 69.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 580 total housing units in the city. 31.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Burden31.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.0%
Owner-Occupied69.0%
Renter-Occupied12.9%
Housing Units580

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, Kitigan Zibi receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kitigan Zibi 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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Kitigan Zibi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 269 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 36.9 inches. The area receives 13.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area75.3 sq mi (195.1 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates46.3613°N, 76.0063°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.9"
3% below US avg
Snowfall 13.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

152 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 67 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 72 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 34 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 128 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 89 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 35 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 142 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 129 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 77 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 118 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 87 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 111 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 82 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 103 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 63 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 79 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 67 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 141 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 103 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 101 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 73 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 2.9 in

Kitigan Zibi has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 7°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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6.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.3% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+22.3%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area75.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Schools in Kitigan Zibi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kitigan Zibi Kikinamadinan School — — — —
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Museums in Kitigan Zibi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moulin des Pères

Libraries in Kitigan Zibi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblio-Outaouais0.0
Bibliothèque Paulette-Huneault-Sirois0.0

Gas Stations in Kitigan Zibi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
K.Z. Gaz

Ski Resorts Near Kitigan Zibi

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Kitigan Zibi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aviation PLMG Inc Airport—Small Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kitigan Zibi

What is the population of Kitigan Zibi?

Kitigan Zibi has a population of 1,204 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 75.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.2% female and 46.3% male.

Is Kitigan Zibi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $45,200, 40% 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 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Kitigan Zibi safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kitigan Zibi?

Kitigan Zibi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 13.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kitigan Zibi?

The job market in Kitigan Zibi faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $637. There are 37 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 17.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kitigan Zibi?

The median home value in Kitigan Zibi is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 69.0%.

How are the schools in Kitigan Zibi?

6.2% of adults in Kitigan Zibi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.3% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kitigan Zibi?

The average commute in Kitigan Zibi is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kitigan Zibi?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kitigan Zibi is 99.6% White. 65% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.8% speak Spanish.

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