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Les Hauteurs, QC

Quebec

Les Hauteurs is a small town in Quebec with a population of 485. Residents earn $49,600 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
485 Population 12/sq mi density
$49,600 Median Income $27,700 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$49,600 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $49,600
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population485
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$49,600
Per Capita$27,700
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty22.0%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$647
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units200
Rent Burden16.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+23.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Les Hauteurs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Les Hauteurs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Les Hauteurs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Les Hauteurs is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Les Hauteurs is $75,000, 73% 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 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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%. 23.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Les Hauteurs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow.

Les Hauteurs has a population of 485 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 39.7 square miles. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.3% female and 56.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 99% speak Spanish.

Population

485
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
39.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Les Hauteurs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 99.0%
639% above US avg
Other Languages 1.0%

Social Characteristics

Les Hauteurs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Les Hauteurs is $49,600, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $533, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 31.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Les Hauteurs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,600
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,700
Avg Weekly Wage$533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Les Hauteurs is $75,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 200 total housing units in the city. 16.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units200

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, Les Hauteurs receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Les Hauteurs 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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Les Hauteurs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.4 inches. The area receives 17.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,243 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Area39.7 sq mi (102.9 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates48.3785°N, 68.1139°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 17.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 139 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 74 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 150 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 140 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 114 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 65 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 149 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 146 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 122 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 77 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 90 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 68 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 71 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 77 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 77 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 65 km
Sep 20, 2016 5 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M2.6 143 km
Jan 7, 2012 8 km WNW of Rivière-du-Loup, Canada M2.6 129 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 56 km
Feb 11, 2016 40 km NNE of Edmundston, Canada M2.5 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 2.7 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.2 in

Les Hauteurs has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 7°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") 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%. 23.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+23.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area39.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.8%

Radio Stations near Les Hauteurs

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 Les Hauteurs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'interprétation Zoom Nature

Libraries in Les Hauteurs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Jean-Louis-Desrosiers0.0
Bibliothèque Secteur Luceville0.0

Gas Stations in Les Hauteurs

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sonic

Ski Resorts Near Les Hauteurs

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Les Hauteurs

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Downs Gulch Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Les Hauteurs

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église catholique Saint-François-Xavier

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Frequently Asked Questions About Les Hauteurs

What is the population of Les Hauteurs?

Les Hauteurs has a population of 485 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 39.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.3% female and 56.7% male.

Is Les Hauteurs expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,000 (73% 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 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Les Hauteurs safe?

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

What is the weather like in Les Hauteurs?

Les Hauteurs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Les Hauteurs?

The job market in Les Hauteurs faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $533. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 31.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Les Hauteurs?

The median home value in Les Hauteurs is $75,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Les Hauteurs?

0.0% of adults in Les Hauteurs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Les Hauteurs?

The average commute in Les Hauteurs is 26 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 31.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Les Hauteurs?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Les Hauteurs is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 99% speak Spanish.

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