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Mont-Laurier, QC

Quebec

Mont-Laurier is a small city in Quebec with a population of 14,180. Residents earn $57,600 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
14,180 Population 62/sq mi density
$57,600 Median Income $40,040 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$608 Median Rent 11.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 209 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$57,600 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $608/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,600
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $608
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population14,180
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$57,600
Per Capita$40,040
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty16.1%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$608
Ownership62.3%
Housing Units6,700
Rent Burden11.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+18.4%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Mont-Laurier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mont-Laurier receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Mont-Laurier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mont-Laurier is $57,600, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.1% 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-Laurier is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $608 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mont-Laurier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 82.2 inches of snow.

Mont-Laurier has a population of 14,180 with a density of 62 people per square mile, spread across 226.8 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.8% of residents, while 97.9% speak Spanish.

Population

14,180
Total Population
2021 Census
62
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
226.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mont-Laurier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.9%
630% above US avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Mont-Laurier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mont-Laurier is $57,600, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,040. The average weekly wage is $770, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 440 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mont-Laurier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,600
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,040
Avg Weekly Wage$770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)440

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mont-Laurier is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $608 (48% below the national average of $1,163). 62.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,700 total housing units in the city. 11.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$608
48% below US avg
Rent Burden11.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.3%
Owner-Occupied62.3%
Renter-Occupied37.7%
Housing Units6,700

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-Laurier receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Mont-Laurier 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-Laurier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 82.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area226.8 sq mi (587.4 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates46.5501°N, 75.4993°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 82.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

153 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 74 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 110 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 11 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 104 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 103 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 144 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 10 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 120 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 84 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 105 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 116 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 84 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 57 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 100 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 105 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 81 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 35 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 110 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 128 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 2.7 in
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
July 67°F (20°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.0 in

Mont-Laurier has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 9°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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9.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.4% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+18.4%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area226.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home9.5%

Colleges & Universities in Mont-Laurier

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Centre Collégial de Mont-Laurier/UQAT Mont-Laurier — — — — —

Schools in Mont-Laurier

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sacré-Coeur — — — —
École Saint-Joseph — — — —
École de la Carrière — — — —
École de la Madone — — — —
École Saint-Eugène — — — —
École Jean XXIII — — — —
École de Saint-Jean-l'Évangéliste — — — —
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Radio Stations near Mont-Laurier

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLO-FM 104.7 Mont-Laurier, 101.9 Riviere Rouge, QC contemporary hits MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Mont-Laurier

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Mont-Laurier0.0
Bibliothèque des Beaux-Rivages0.0
Bibliothèque Kiamika0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Blibliothèque de Val-Limoges0.0

Hotels in Mont-Laurier

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Confort Inn
Hôtel Best Western Plus
Hôtel Quality Inn de Mont-Laurier

Cafes in Mont-Laurier

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe La Muffinerie
Café Mi-Suisse Mi-Sucré enr.
Kaffé Krème
La Petite Douceur
P'tit Régal
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Mont-Laurier

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Laurier

Theatres in Mont-Laurier

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Espace Théâtre Muni-Spec

Clinics in Mont-Laurier

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC CSSS d'Antoine-Labelle

Dentists in Mont-Laurier

6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre de denturologie Poupart
Centre dentaire Bisaillon Gaudreau
Clinique de Denturologie Poupart
Clinique Dentaire Lachapelle
Clinique dentaire Ouellette, Hotte et Doré
Mélanie St-Jean d.d. Denturologiste

Veterinaries in Mont-Laurier

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bureau vétérinaire des Hautes-Laurentides Inc.
Clinique vétérinaire Dr Pierre Héroux

Bus Stations in Mont-Laurier

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #279019000
CA #633882939

Gas Stations in Mont-Laurier

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

F. Constantineau
Location Louis-André Pelletier
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Pipeline Commercial
Shell
Shell
Shell
Station-service Ultramar Yves Fleurent inc.
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Mont-Laurier

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Laurentienne du Canada
Desjardins
Desjardins
National Bank

Shopping Malls in Mont-Laurier

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plaza Paquette

Gyms in Mont-Laurier

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Novaforme

Ski Resorts Near Mont-Laurier

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Ste. Marie 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Mont-Laurier

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Aviation PLMG Inc Airport—Small Airport
Chute-Saint-Philippe Airport—Small Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Mont-Laurier

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Mont-Laurier

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mont-Laurier

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale de Mont-Laurier
Église Coeur-Immaculé-de-Marie
Église St-Jean L'Évangéliste
Salle du Royaume

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mont-Laurier

What is the population of Mont-Laurier?

Mont-Laurier has a population of 14,180 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 226.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.2% male.

Is Mont-Laurier expensive to live in?

The median household income is $57,600, 23% 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 $608 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mont-Laurier safe?

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

What is the weather like in Mont-Laurier?

Mont-Laurier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 82.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mont-Laurier?

The unemployment rate in Mont-Laurier is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $770. There are 440 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mont-Laurier?

The median home value in Mont-Laurier is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $608. The homeownership rate is 62.3%.

How are the schools in Mont-Laurier?

9.4% of adults in Mont-Laurier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.4% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Mont-Laurier?

The average commute in Mont-Laurier is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mont-Laurier?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mont-Laurier is 99.1% White. 0.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.9% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Lac-des-Écorces, QC 2,885 pop · 6.4 mi Ferme-Neuve, QC 2,716 pop · 10.6 mi Chute-Saint-Philippe, QC 1,039 pop · 14.2 mi Grand-Remous, QC 1,159 pop · 20.3 mi Déléage, QC 1,916 pop · 23.2 mi Saint-Boniface, QC 5,156 pop · 23.2 mi Nominingue, QC 2,255 pop · 24.5 mi Maniwaki, QC 3,757 pop · 25.0 mi Kitigan Zibi, QC 1,204 pop · 27.4 mi Rivière-Rouge, QC 4,631 pop · 31.5 mi Saint-Raphaël, QC 2,458 pop · 32.2 mi Notre-Dame-du-Laus, QC 1,730 pop · 32.4 mi Messines, QC 1,655 pop · 32.8 mi La Minerve, QC 1,421 pop · 34.0 mi
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