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Launay, QC

Quebec

Launay is a small town in Quebec with a population of 211. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
211 Population 2/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent
33°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 12.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $647/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female52% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty12.9%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+19.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Launay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Launay receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Launay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Launay is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Launay is $140,000, 50% 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 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Launay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Launay has a population of 211 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 99.5 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.2% female and 52.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

211
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
99.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Launay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Launay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Launay 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 unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Launay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Launay is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 110 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%
Renter-Occupied4.6%
Housing Units110

Property Tax

In Launay, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Launay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Launay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 273 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 12.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,060 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-19°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.4°F
38% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-19°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Area99.5 sq mi (257.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates48.6445°N, 78.5361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-19°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 3°F (-16°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 1.7 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in Wettest
October 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 2.8 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 2.6 in

Launay has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from -1°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.4").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+19.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area99.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Launay

What is the population of Launay?

Launay has a population of 211 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 99.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.2% female and 52.4% male.

Is Launay expensive to live in?

Launay is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,000 (50% 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 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Launay?

Launay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Launay?

The job market in Launay faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Launay?

The median home value in Launay is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647.

How are the schools in Launay?

0.0% of adults in Launay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Launay?

The obesity rate in Launay is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Launay?

The average commute in Launay is 29 minutes. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Launay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Launay is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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