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Maricourt, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Maricourt is a small town in Quebec with a population of 456. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
456 Population 19/sq mi density
$63,200 Median Income $39,200 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$63,200 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,200
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population456
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,200
Per Capita$39,200
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.6%
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,000
Rent$647
Ownership92.5%
Housing Units200
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+23.5%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Maricourt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maricourt receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Maricourt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maricourt is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maricourt is $250,000, 11% 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 4x 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

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Maricourt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 17.3 inches of snow.

Maricourt has a population of 456 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 23.6 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.1% female and 55% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 4.4% of residents, while 94.5% speak Spanish.

Population

456
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
23.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Maricourt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 4.4%
94% below US avg
Spanish 94.5%
605% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Maricourt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maricourt is $63,200, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,200. The average weekly wage is $754, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 36.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Maricourt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,200
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,200
Avg Weekly Wage$754

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Maricourt is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 92.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 200 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 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.5%
Owner-Occupied92.5%
Renter-Occupied5.0%
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, Maricourt receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Maricourt 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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Maricourt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area23.6 sq mi (61.1 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates45.5636°N, 72.2638°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 17.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.00"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 81 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 149 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 145 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 66 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 108 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 133 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 105 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 146 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 140 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 115 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 47 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 148 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 120 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 102 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 81 km
Jun 9, 1998 3 km N of Dannemora, New York M3.3 146 km
Jun 1, 2002 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada M3.2 124 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 75 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 12 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
September 56°F (14°C) 3.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.8 in

Maricourt has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 12°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.6").

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9.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 96.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+23.5%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area23.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.7%

Radio Stations near Maricourt

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie — MP3 128 kbps
CIDI-FM 99.1 Knowlton, QC community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKOY "107.7 FM Estrie" Sherbrooke, QC news, talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Viva 105,3 Drummondville drummondville, francophone MP3 48 kbps

Museums in Maricourt

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Interpretation de l'Ardoise
Musée Autos Anciennes
Musée de l'ingéniosité J.Armand Bombardier

Libraries in Maricourt

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Joseph-Charles-Saint-Amant0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Yvonne L Bombardier0.0

Farmers Markets in Maricourt

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché champêtre de Melbourne

Breweries in Maricourt

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs

Ski Resorts Near Maricourt

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Owl's Head 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Sentiers d'à Côté 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Orford 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Maricourt

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Crossroad Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Field—Small Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Farnham Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Mansonville Airport—Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maricourt

What is the population of Maricourt?

Maricourt has a population of 456 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 23.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.1% female and 55% male.

Is Maricourt expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Maricourt safe?

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

What is the weather like in Maricourt?

Maricourt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 17.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Maricourt?

The unemployment rate in Maricourt is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $754. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 36.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Maricourt?

The median home value in Maricourt is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 92.5%.

How are the schools in Maricourt?

9.9% of adults in Maricourt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Maricourt?

The average commute in Maricourt is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 96.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 36.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Maricourt?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Maricourt is 100% White. 4.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.5% speak Spanish.

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