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Lac-des-Seize-Îles, QC

Quebec

Lac-des-Seize-Îles is a small town in Quebec with a population of 175. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
175 Population 51/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$290,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 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
4.4 / 5.0
$290,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $290,000
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% 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 Lac-des-Seize-Îles Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population175
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$290,000
Rent$647
Ownership79.2%
Housing Units120
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+24.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute38 min

Is Lac-des-Seize-Îles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lac-des-Seize-Îles receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Lac-des-Seize-Îles offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lac-des-Seize-Îles 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 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lac-des-Seize-Îles is $290,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x 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

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lac-des-Seize-Îles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow.

Lac-des-Seize-Îles has a population of 175 with a density of 51 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.9% female and 57.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.9% of residents, while 91.4% speak Spanish.

Population

175
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lac-des-Seize-Îles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.9%
96% below US avg
Spanish 91.4%
582% above US avg
Other Languages 5.7%

Social Characteristics

Lac-des-Seize-Îles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lac-des-Seize-Îles 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 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 13.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Lac-des-Seize-Îles 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)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lac-des-Seize-Îles is $290,000, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 79.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 120 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 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,000
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.2%
Owner-Occupied79.2%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units120

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, Lac-des-Seize-Îles receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lac-des-Seize-Îles 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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Lac-des-Seize-Îles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.1°F
29% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates45.9240°N, 74.4695°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.2"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 20.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

190 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 78 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 147 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 106 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 8 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 48 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 109 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 7 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 14 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 56 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 49 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 35 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 66 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 95 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 79 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 71 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 35 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 69 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 33 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 95 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 19 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 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.7 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 4.3 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.8 in

Lac-des-Seize-Îles has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 8°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (3.0").

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10.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+24.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density51/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Museums in Lac-des-Seize-Îles

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Animalium Mont-Tremblant

Libraries in Lac-des-Seize-Îles

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Montcalm0.0
Bibliothèque du Lac0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Samuel-Ouimet0.0
Biblitheque Gaston-Miron0.0
Brownsburg Bibliotheque0.0
Morin Heights Public Library0.0
Réseau BIBLIO des Laurentides0.0

Cafes in Lac-des-Seize-Îles

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Bistro

Breweries in Lac-des-Seize-Îles

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Camp de Base

Ski Resorts Near Lac-des-Seize-Îles

20 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Ski Garceau 0.0 $0
Piste de Glisse 0.0 $0
Ski La Réserve 0.0 $0
Station touristique Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Zone Telemark Montagne Noir 0.0 $0
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 $0
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 $0
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Avalanche 0.0 $0
Ski Chantecler 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0

Airports Near Lac-des-Seize-Îles

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza AirstripSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lancaster AirparkSmall Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Maxville AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field)Small Airport
Pendleton AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St. André-Avellin AerodromeSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lac-des-Seize-Îles

What is the population of Lac-des-Seize-Îles?

Lac-des-Seize-Îles has a population of 175 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.9% female and 57.1% male.

Is Lac-des-Seize-Îles expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,000 (3% above 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 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lac-des-Seize-Îles safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lac-des-Seize-Îles?

Lac-des-Seize-Îles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches, with 20.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lac-des-Seize-Îles?

The unemployment rate in Lac-des-Seize-Îles 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 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 13.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lac-des-Seize-Îles?

The median home value in Lac-des-Seize-Îles is $290,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 79.2%.

How are the schools in Lac-des-Seize-Îles?

10.8% of adults in Lac-des-Seize-Îles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lac-des-Seize-Îles?

The average commute in Lac-des-Seize-Îles is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lac-des-Seize-Îles?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lac-des-Seize-Îles is 100% White. 2.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 91.4% speak Spanish.

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