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L'Islet-sur-Mer, QC

Quebec

L'Islet-sur-Mer is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,803. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,803 Population 82/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 261 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 L'Islet-sur-Mer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,803
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density82/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 Units1,521
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute26 min

Is L'Islet-sur-Mer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, L'Islet-sur-Mer 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. L'Islet-sur-Mer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in L'Islet-sur-Mer 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 L'Islet-sur-Mer 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

L'Islet-sur-Mer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 14.5 inches of snow.

L'Islet-sur-Mer has a population of 3,803 with a density of 82 people per square mile, spread across 46.3 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

3,803
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
46.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

L'Islet-sur-Mer 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

L'Islet-sur-Mer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in L'Islet-sur-Mer 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 118 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: L'Islet-sur-Mer 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)118

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 L'Islet-sur-Mer 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 1,521 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 Units1,521

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'Islet-sur-Mer receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: L'Islet-sur-Mer 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'Islet-sur-Mer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.4 inches. The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area46.3 sq mi (119.9 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates47.1287°N, 70.3707°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 84 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 70 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 87 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 77 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 80 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 70 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 78 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 67 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 55 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 131 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 138 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 36 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 21 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 25 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 29 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 19 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 45 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 74 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 77 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.1 in

L'Islet-sur-Mer has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 11°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.4").

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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 Density82/sq mi
Total Area46.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in L'Islet-sur-Mer

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École secondaire Bon-Pasteur — — — —
École primaire Saint-François-Xavier — — — —
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Radio Stations near L'Islet-sur-Mer

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOX-FM 97.5 La Pocatiere, QC adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps

Museums in L'Islet-sur-Mer

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Le musée des Anciens Canadiens
Les Moulins de l'Isle-aux-Coudres
Musée de L'Isle-aux-Grues
Musée maritime du Québec - Capitaine J.E. Bernier

Farmers Markets in L'Islet-sur-Mer

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Publique

Hotels in L'Islet-sur-Mer

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel L'islet

Cafes in L'Islet-sur-Mer

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Salicorne

Monuments in L'Islet-sur-Mer

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rocher Panet avec sa croix

Breweries in L'Islet-sur-Mer

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
microbrasserie Côte du sud

Ski Resorts Near L'Islet-sur-Mer

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Le Massif 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Grand-Fonds 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near L'Islet-sur-Mer

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Grosse-Île Airport—Small Airport
Île aux Coudres Airport—Small Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite Airport—Small Airport
Île-aux-Grues Airport—Small Airport
Montmagny Airport—Small Airport
Pintendre Airport—Small Airport
Red Pine Grove Airport—Small Airport
St-Anselme Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in L'Islet-sur-Mer

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre de réadaptation en déficience intellectuelle, en troubles du spectre de l'autisme et en déficience physique André-Wingen

Churches & Religious Organizations in L'Islet-sur-Mer

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours

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Frequently Asked Questions About L'Islet-sur-Mer

What is the population of L'Islet-sur-Mer?

L'Islet-sur-Mer has a population of 3,803 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 46.3 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 L'Islet-sur-Mer 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 L'Islet-sur-Mer safe?

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

What is the weather like in L'Islet-sur-Mer?

L'Islet-sur-Mer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in L'Islet-sur-Mer?

The unemployment rate in L'Islet-sur-Mer 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 118 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 L'Islet-sur-Mer?

The median home value in L'Islet-sur-Mer is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in L'Islet-sur-Mer?

32.9% of adults in L'Islet-sur-Mer 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 L'Islet-sur-Mer?

The average commute in L'Islet-sur-Mer is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of L'Islet-sur-Mer?

The racial and ethnic makeup of L'Islet-sur-Mer is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

L'Islet, QC 3,803 pop · 2.0 mi St-Jean-Port-Joli, QC 3,304 pop · 7.6 mi Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, QC 3,329 pop · 7.6 mi Cap-Saint-Ignace, QC 3,099 pop · 7.7 mi Saint-Aubert, QC 1,441 pop · 7.9 mi Montmagny, QC 10,999 pop · 13.4 mi Saint-Tite-des-Caps, QC 1,504 pop · 18.8 mi L'Isle-aux-Coudres, QC 1,116 pop · 20.2 mi Berthier-sur-Mer, QC 1,744 pop · 22.0 mi Saint-Joachim, QC 1,427 pop · 22.3 mi Baie-Saint-Paul, QC 7,371 pop · 22.4 mi Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pocatière, QC 1,597 pop · 22.7 mi La Pocatière, QC 4,078 pop · 22.8 mi Sainte-Félicité, QC 1,100 pop · 22.8 mi
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