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Maria, QC

Quebec

Maria is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,760. Residents earn $73,000 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,760 Population 75/sq mi density
$73,000 Median Income $48,280 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$620 Median Rent 7.8% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$73,000 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $620/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,000
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $620
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,760
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,000
Per Capita$48,280
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty10.2%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$620
Ownership73.0%
Housing Units1,165
Rent Burden7.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+15.6%
Graduate+4.9%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Maria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maria receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Maria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maria is $73,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maria is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Maria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow.

Maria has a population of 2,760 with a density of 75 people per square mile, spread across 36.6 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.3% female and 46.7% male. The city is predominantly White (99%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.3% of residents, while 94.8% speak Spanish.

Population

2,760
Total Population
2021 Census
75
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
36.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Maria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.3%
96% below US avg
Spanish 94.8%
607% above US avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Maria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maria is $73,000, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,280 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $928, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 86 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Maria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,000
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,280
Avg Weekly Wage$928

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)86

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Maria is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 73.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,165 total housing units in the city. 7.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below US avg
Rent Burden7.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.0%
Owner-Occupied73.0%
Renter-Occupied26.6%
Housing Units1,165

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, Maria receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Maria 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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Maria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.9 inches. The area receives 18.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area36.6 sq mi (94.9 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates48.1749°N, 65.9860°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 18.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 123 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 145 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 137 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 139 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 139 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 137 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 92 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 139 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 92 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 138 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 139 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 123 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 140 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 134 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 106 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 137 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 143 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 120 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 139 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 35°F (1°C) 2.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.5 in

Maria has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 10°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.3").

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12.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 15.6% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+15.6%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area36.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home13.5%

Schools in Maria

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège St-Donat - - - -
École Saint-Paul - - - -
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Radio Stations near Maria

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIMS-FM 103.9 Balmoral, NB & 96.7 Dalhousie, NB radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Maria

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée de la divière Cascapédia

Libraries in Maria

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Liber0.0

Hotels in Maria

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auberge du marchand

Gas Stations in Maria

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Banks in Maria

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Ski Resorts Near Maria

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station touristique Pin-Rouge 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Lyall 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Vallières-de-Saint-Réal 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Maria

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Charlo AirportYCLMedium Airport
Brébeuf Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maria

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église catholique Saint-Brigitte

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maria

What is the population of Maria?

Maria has a population of 2,760 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 36.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.3% female and 46.7% male.

Is Maria expensive to live in?

The median household income is $73,000, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Maria safe?

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

What is the weather like in Maria?

Maria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Maria?

Maria has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $928. There are 86 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 13.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Maria?

The median home value in Maria is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 73.0%.

How are the schools in Maria?

12.8% of adults in Maria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.6% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Maria?

The average commute in Maria is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 13.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Maria?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Maria is 99% White. 3.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.8% speak Spanish.

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