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Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, QC

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Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix is a small town in Quebec with a population of 4,121. Residents earn $69,500 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,121 Population 57/sq mi density
$69,500 Median Income $43,560 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$544 Median Rent 10.4% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$69,500 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $544/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

How Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,121
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$43,560
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty11.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$544
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,805
Rent Burden10.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+21.1%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix is $174,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix has a population of 4,121 with a density of 57 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

4,121
Total Population
2021 Census
57
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
72.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.5%
99% below US avg
Spanish98.9%
638% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,500
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,560

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix is $174,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden10.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%
Renter-Occupied23.8%
Housing Units1,805

Property Tax

In Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, 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: Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix 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

Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. The area enjoys 265 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall15.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area72.4 sq mi (187.5 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates48.4100°N, 71.7800°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+21.1%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density57/sq mi
Total Area72.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

Nearby Cities

Hébertville, QC 2,500 pop · 4.8 mi Hébertville-Station, QC 1,229 pop · 5.8 mi Pointe-du-Lac, QC 7,104 pop · 6.2 mi Saint-Gédéon, QC 2,177 pop · 6.3 mi Saint-Bruno, QC 2,902 pop · 7.2 mi Métabetchouan, QC 2,123 pop · 11.2 mi Alma, QC 30,331 pop · 11.4 mi Larouche, QC 1,601 pop · 12.0 mi Chambord, QC 1,748 pop · 13.2 mi Saint-Nazaire, QC 2,029 pop · 16.2 mi L'Ascension-de-Notre-Seigneur, QC 2,079 pop · 19.6 mi Labrecque, QC 1,328 pop · 21.1 mi Lac-Bouchette, QC 1,183 pop · 21.3 mi Roberval, QC 9,840 pop · 22.0 mi
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