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Lac-Ministuk, QC

Quebec · Saguenay Metro

Lac-Ministuk is a small town in Quebec with a population of 58. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
58 Population 0/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 253 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

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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+ 0.0%
100% 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-Ministuk Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population58
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units25
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+0.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute11 min

Is Lac-Ministuk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lac-Ministuk 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. Lac-Ministuk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lac-Ministuk 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 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lac-Ministuk 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lac-Ministuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 3°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 45.8 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow.

Lac-Ministuk has a population of 58 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 571.0 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 33.3% female and 66.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

58
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
571.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lac-Ministuk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lac-Ministuk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lac-Ministuk 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 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 33.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lac-Ministuk 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)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lac-Ministuk is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 25 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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units25

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-Ministuk receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lac-Ministuk 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-Ministuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 3°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 45.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Area571.0 sq mi (1,478.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates48.1728°N, 71.2710°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.8"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 18.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

84 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 M4.9 124 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 116 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 100 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 101 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 74 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 116 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 103 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 107 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 100 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 121 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 110 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 116 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 105 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 122 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 102 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 115 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 119 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 122 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 115 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 2.5 in
April 33°F (1°C) 2.7 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 5.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 4.0 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 3.5 in

Lac-Ministuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 3°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (2.4").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+0.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area571.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Radio Stations near Lac-Ministuk

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFIX-FM "Rouge FM 96.9" Saguenay, QC adult contemporary, bell media AAC+ 40 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean) Saguenay, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CFIX "Rouge 96.9" Saguenay, QC adult contemporary, bell media AAC+ 40 kbps
CJAB-FM "Energie Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean 94.5" Saguenay, QC bell media, geoblocking? AAC+ 40 kbps
CKGS "Hit Country 105.5 Beauce" Saguenay, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean) Saguenay, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Lac-Ministuk

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Pulperie de Chicoutimi

Libraries in Lac-Ministuk

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque publique de Jonquière0.0

Farmers Markets in Lac-Ministuk

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Les Halles de la Rivière

Airports Near Lac-Ministuk

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alma AirportYTFMedium Airport
Saguenay-Bagotville AirportYBGMedium Airport
Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lac-Ministuk

What is the population of Lac-Ministuk?

Lac-Ministuk has a population of 58 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 571.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 33.3% female and 66.7% male.

Is Lac-Ministuk 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 Lac-Ministuk safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lac-Ministuk?

Lac-Ministuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°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 45.8 inches, with 18.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lac-Ministuk?

The unemployment rate in Lac-Ministuk 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 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 33.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lac-Ministuk?

The median home value in Lac-Ministuk is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Lac-Ministuk?

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

What is transportation like in Lac-Ministuk?

The average commute in Lac-Ministuk is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 33.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lac-Ministuk?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lac-Ministuk is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish.

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