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Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, QC

Quebec

Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine is a small city in Quebec with a population of 12,190. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,190 Population 204/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $46,560 per capita
$224,000 Home Value
$660 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$224,000 home value, $660/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $224,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

How Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,190
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$46,560
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty10.3%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,000
Rent$660
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units5,580
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+18.3%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine is $224,000, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine has a population of 12,190 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

12,190
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
59.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only2.1%
97% below US avg
Spanish97.1%
625% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,560

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine is $224,000, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,000
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%
Renter-Occupied24.6%
Housing Units5,580

Property Tax

In Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine 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

Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 265 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area59.9 sq mi (155.1 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates47.4083°N, 61.7806°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+18.3%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area59.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.1%

Nearby Cities

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