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Mont-Joli, QC

Quebec

Mont-Joli is a small city in Quebec with a population of 6,384. Residents earn $51,600 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,384 Population 682/sq mi density
$51,600 Median Income $37,320 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$548 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 245 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$51,600 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $548/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,600
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $548
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,384
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density682/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$51,600
Per Capita$37,320
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty19.5%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$548
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,035
Rent Burden13.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+24.3%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mont-Joli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mont-Joli receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mont-Joli has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mont-Joli is $51,600, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mont-Joli is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $548 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mont-Joli has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 82.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mont-Joli has a population of 6,384 with a density of 682 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

6,384
Total Population
2021 Census
682
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mont-Joli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.6%
99% below US avg
Spanish98.7%
636% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mont-Joli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mont-Joli is $51,600, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Mont-Joli vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,600
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,320

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mont-Joli is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $548 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$548
53% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.8%
Renter-Occupied42.2%
Housing Units3,035

Property Tax

In Mont-Joli, 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: Mont-Joli 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

Mont-Joli has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 245 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall82.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density682/sq mi
Coordinates48.5839°N, 68.1921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+24.3%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density682/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Nearby Cities

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