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Mont-Carmel, QC

Quebec

Mont-Carmel is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,160. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,160 Population 7/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$302 Median Rent 6.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $302/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $302
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

How Mont-Carmel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,160
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty16.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$302
Ownership84.1%
Housing Units535
Rent Burden6.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation551 ft (168 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+19.5%
Graduate+1.1%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Mont-Carmel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mont-Carmel 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. Mont-Carmel has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mont-Carmel is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mont-Carmel is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $302 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mont-Carmel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow.

Mont-Carmel has a population of 1,160 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 165.4 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.4% of residents, while 98.7% speak Spanish.

Population

1,160
Total Population
2021 Census
7
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
165.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mont-Carmel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.4%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.7%
637% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mont-Carmel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mont-Carmel is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 36 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mont-Carmel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mont-Carmel is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $302 (74% below the national average of $1,163). 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 535 total housing units in the city. 6.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$302
74% below US avg
Rent Burden6.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.1%
Owner-Occupied84.1%
Renter-Occupied15.9%
Housing Units535

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, Mont-Carmel receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Mont-Carmel 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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Mont-Carmel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.8 inches. The area receives 14.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average10°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Area165.4 sq mi (428.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates47.4408°N, 69.8566°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.8"
1% below US avg
Snowfall 14.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 36 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 26 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 137 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 41 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 44 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 94 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 34 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 37 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 34 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 109 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 60 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 51 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 38 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 93 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 34 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 26 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 49 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 28 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 29 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 3.0 in

Mont-Carmel has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 10°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.4").

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6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+19.5%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area165.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Schools in Mont-Carmel

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame — — — —
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Radio Stations near Mont-Carmel

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIBM-FM 107.1 "FM107" Riviere-du-Loup, QC (128 kbps MP3) contemporary hit radio, top 40 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Mont-Carmel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancien Palais de Justice
Musée québécois de l’agriculture et de l’alimentation
Musée régional de Kamouraska

Libraries in Mont-Carmel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
public library0.0

Banks in Mont-Carmel

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse Desjardins

Breweries in Mont-Carmel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Baleine endiablée

Ski Resorts Near Mont-Carmel

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Grand-Fonds 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Mont-Carmel

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Estcourt Airport—Small Airport
Île aux Coudres Airport—Small Airport
Île-aux-Grues Airport—Small Airport
Montmagny Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mont-Carmel

What is the population of Mont-Carmel?

Mont-Carmel has a population of 1,160 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 165.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Mont-Carmel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $302 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mont-Carmel safe?

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

What is the weather like in Mont-Carmel?

Mont-Carmel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches, with 14.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mont-Carmel?

The job market in Mont-Carmel faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $723. There are 36 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mont-Carmel?

The median home value in Mont-Carmel is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $302. The homeownership rate is 84.1%.

How are the schools in Mont-Carmel?

6.0% of adults in Mont-Carmel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Mont-Carmel?

The average commute in Mont-Carmel is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mont-Carmel?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mont-Carmel is 100% White. 0.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.7% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

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