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Le Bic, QC

Quebec

Le Bic is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,115. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,115 Population 20/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 270 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 Le Bic Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,115
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density20/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 Units446
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute26 min

Is Le Bic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Le Bic 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. Le Bic offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Le Bic 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 Le Bic 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

Le Bic has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow.

Le Bic has a population of 1,115 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 56.0 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

1,115
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
56.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Le Bic 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

Le Bic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Le Bic 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 35 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Le Bic 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)35

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 Le Bic 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 446 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 Units446

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, Le Bic receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Le Bic 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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Le Bic has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.6 inches. The area receives 15.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area56.0 sq mi (145.0 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates48.3755°N, 68.6942°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 15.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.74"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

60 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 M4.9 104 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 120 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 120 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 119 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 110 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 116 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 128 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 142 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 72 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 114 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 82 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 111 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 139 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 127 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 95 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 111 km
Jan 10, 2022 14 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.2 116 km
Mar 10, 2010 5 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 130 km
May 5, 2010 9 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 137 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.3 in
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 2.9 in

Le Bic has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 9°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (2.1").

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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 Density20/sq mi
Total Area56.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Le Bic

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École du Havre - Pavillon Mont Saint-Louis
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Radio Stations near Le Bic

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Le Bic

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Grange Octogonale (musée)
Maison Lamontagne
Musée régional de RImouski
Site historique maritime de Pointe-au-Père

Libraries in Le Bic

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Pointe-aux-Pères0.0
Bibliothèque du Bic0.0
Bibliothèque Lisette-Morin0.0
Bibliothèque St-Fabien0.0
Outillerie Rimouski0.0

Farmers Markets in Le Bic

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public de Rimouski

Hotels in Le Bic

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge au Mange grenouille
Auberge des Îles du Bic

Cafes in Le Bic

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La rose des Thés

Theatres in Le Bic

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théatre du Bic

Gas Stations in Le Bic

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Banks in Le Bic

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Golf Courses in Le Bic

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf de Bic

Stadiums & Teams in Le Bic

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Le Bic

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Forestville AirportYFEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Les Escoumins AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Le Bic

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions About Le Bic

What is the population of Le Bic?

Le Bic has a population of 1,115 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 56.0 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 Le Bic 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 Le Bic safe?

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

What is the weather like in Le Bic?

Le Bic has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 15.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Le Bic?

The unemployment rate in Le Bic 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 35 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 Le Bic?

The median home value in Le Bic is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Le Bic?

32.9% of adults in Le Bic 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 Le Bic?

The average commute in Le Bic is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Le Bic?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Le Bic is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

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