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L'Ascension-de-Patapédia, QC

Quebec

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia is a small town in Quebec with a population of 148. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
148 Population 4/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 46.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 46.7%
1197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How L'Ascension-de-Patapédia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population148
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment46.7%
Poverty12.9%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$647
Ownership82.4%
Housing Units85
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation948 ft (289 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+24.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is L'Ascension-de-Patapédia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, L'Ascension-de-Patapédia receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. L'Ascension-de-Patapédia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 46.7%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia is $50,000, 82% 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 0.7x 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

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow.

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia has a population of 148 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 37.1 square miles. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 40% female and 60% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 96.7% speak Spanish.

Population

148
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
37.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 96.7%
621% above US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia 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 46.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: L'Ascension-de-Patapédia 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

Unemployment46.7%
1197% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia is $50,000, 82% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 82.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 85 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 0.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.4%
Owner-Occupied82.4%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units85

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, L'Ascension-de-Patapédia receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: L'Ascension-de-Patapédia 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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L'Ascension-de-Patapédia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The area receives 18.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 948 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation948 ft (289 m)
Area37.1 sq mi (96.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates47.9349°N, 67.2495°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 18.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.72"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 98 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 113 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 115 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 115 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 115 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 128 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 111 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 115 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 104 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 116 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 108 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 115 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 140 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 135 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 116 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 141 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 105 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 132 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 132 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.6 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.8 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 3.6 in

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 5°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.4").

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6.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+24.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area37.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near L'Ascension-de-Patapédia

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Ski Resorts Near L'Ascension-de-Patapédia

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near L'Ascension-de-Patapédia

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Boston Brook Airport—Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport—Small Airport
Causapscal Airport—Small Airport
Downs Gulch Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Quentin Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de L'Ascension-de-Patapédia

Churches & Religious Organizations in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de L'Ascension

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Frequently Asked Questions About L'Ascension-de-Patapédia

What is the population of L'Ascension-de-Patapédia?

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia has a population of 148 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 37.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 40% female and 60% male.

Is L'Ascension-de-Patapédia expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $50,000 (82% 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 0.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is L'Ascension-de-Patapédia safe?

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

What is the weather like in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia?

L'Ascension-de-Patapédia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia?

The job market in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia faces challenges, with unemployment at 46.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia?

The median home value in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia is $50,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 82.4%.

How are the schools in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia?

6.9% of adults in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia?

The average commute in L'Ascension-de-Patapédia is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of L'Ascension-de-Patapédia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of L'Ascension-de-Patapédia is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.7% speak Spanish.

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