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Lemieux, QC

Quebec

Lemieux is a small town in Quebec with a population of 292. Residents earn $53,200 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
292 Population 10/sq mi density
$53,200 Median Income $35,200 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$392 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$53,200 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $392/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,200
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $392
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population292
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,200
Per Capita$35,200
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty26.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$392
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+19.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Lemieux a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lemieux receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lemieux offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lemieux is $53,200, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lemieux is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $392 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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%. 19.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lemieux has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°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 14.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Lemieux has a population of 292 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 28.8 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.8% female and 54.2% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 94.9% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

292
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
28.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lemieux vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish94.9%
608% above US avg
Other Languages5.1%

Social Characteristics

Lemieux vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lemieux is $53,200, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,200. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 15.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Lemieux vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,200
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lemieux is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $392 (66% below the national average of $1,163). There are 120 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$392
66% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%
Renter-Occupied37.5%
Housing Units120

Property Tax

In Lemieux, 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: Lemieux 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

Lemieux has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°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 14.9 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 308 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall14.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area28.8 sq mi (74.6 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates46.2969°N, 72.1108°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 11°F (-11°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.3 in

Lemieux has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F — from 9°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.2").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% 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. 90% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+19.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area28.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lemieux

What is the population of Lemieux?

Lemieux has a population of 292 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 28.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.8% female and 54.2% male.

Is Lemieux expensive to live in?

Lemieux 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 $53,200, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $392 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lemieux?

Lemieux has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 9°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 14.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Lemieux?

The job market in Lemieux faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 15.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lemieux?

The median home value in Lemieux is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $392.

How are the schools in Lemieux?

0.0% of adults in Lemieux hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lemieux?

The obesity rate in Lemieux 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 Lemieux?

The average commute in Lemieux is 28 minutes. 90% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lemieux?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lemieux is 98.2% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.9% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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