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Mont-Saint-Hilaire, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Mont-Saint-Hilaire is a small city in Quebec with a population of 18,859. Residents earn $104,000 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
18,859 Population 1,108/sq mi density
$104,000 Median Income $66,100 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$920 Median Rent 11.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$104,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $920/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $104,000
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,859
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,108/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$104,000
Per Capita$66,100
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty5.7%
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$448,000
Rent$920
Ownership80.9%
Housing Units7,765
Rent Burden11.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+19.1%
Graduate+10.2%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Mont-Saint-Hilaire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mont-Saint-Hilaire receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Mont-Saint-Hilaire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mont-Saint-Hilaire is $104,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 38% above $75,149. This places Mont-Saint-Hilaire among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mont-Saint-Hilaire is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x 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

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mont-Saint-Hilaire experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 72.6 inches of snow.

Mont-Saint-Hilaire has a population of 18,859 with a density of 1,108 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 3% of residents, while 91.5% speak Spanish.

Population

18,859
Total Population
2021 Census
1,108
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
17.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mont-Saint-Hilaire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.0%
96% below US avg
Spanish 91.5%
583% above US avg
Other Languages 5.5%

Social Characteristics

Mont-Saint-Hilaire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mont-Saint-Hilaire is $104,000, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $66,100 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,271, 11% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 585 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 38.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mont-Saint-Hilaire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,000
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,100
Avg Weekly Wage$1,271

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)585

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home38.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mont-Saint-Hilaire is $448,000, 59% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below the national average of $1,163). 80.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,765 total housing units in the city. 11.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden11.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.9%
Owner-Occupied80.9%
Renter-Occupied19.1%
Housing Units7,765

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-Saint-Hilaire receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Mont-Saint-Hilaire 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-Saint-Hilaire experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 72.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area17.0 sq mi (44.1 km²)
Population Density1,108/sq mi
Coordinates45.5652°N, 73.1868°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.5"
36% above US avg
Snowfall 72.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 124 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 107 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 95 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 94 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 106 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 140 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 132 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 22 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 80 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 105 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 81 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 67 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 59 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 63 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 49 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 123 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 137 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 110 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 81 km
Apr 8, 2003 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FLAT ROCK FIRE 658 85 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
February 15°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.7 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.5 in

Mont-Saint-Hilaire has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 15°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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20.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 39% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.1% have completed high school. 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84% of workers drive alone to work, while 4.8% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+19.1%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,108/sq mi
Total Area17.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home38.2%

Schools in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège Mont Saint-Hilaire — — — —
École au-Fil-de-l'Eau — — — —
Polyvalente Ozias-Leduc — — — —
École de l'Aquarelle — — — —
École de l'Amitié — — — —
École Paul-Émile-Borduas — — — —
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Radio Stations near Mont-Saint-Hilaire

28 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ICI Radio-Canada Première Montréal news, talk AAC 128 kbps
CJAD 800 local news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première - Montréal, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHMP 985 FM talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
BPM sports 91.9 sports MP3 64 kbps
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii japanese, japanese idols MP3 128 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) idol, japanese MP3 128 kbps
Techno.FM techno MP3 320 kbps
CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC catholic, religious MP3 192 kbps
ICI Musique - Montréal — AAC 48 kbps
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) classical MP3 128 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps
Magic FM Montreal — AAC 128 kbps
Radio Sport Montréal — MP3
CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC campus radio, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKAC 730 "Radio Circulation" Montreal traffic information MP3
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (320K MP3) classical MP3 320 kbps
CKUT 90.3 FM alternative, campus radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Classique - Montreal, QC classical AAC 48 kbps
Gravity House deep house, house AAC+ 160 kbps
CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC oldies MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
L'Électrium
Musée des beaux-arts de Mont-Saint-Hilaire
Pôle culturel de Chambly

Libraries in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothéque Archambault-Trépanier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Cardinal0.0
Bibliothèque de la Faculté de médecine vétérinaire0.0
Bibliothèque de Marieville0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Julie0.0
Bibliothèque Georges-Brossard0.0
Bibliothèque L'Acadie0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Beloeil0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Chambly0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Saint-Jean-Baptiste0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Simonne-Monet-Chartrand0.0
Bibliothèque municipale-scolaire Dansereau-Larose0.0
Bibliothèque Raymond-Lévesque0.0
Bibliothèque Raymond-Lévesque0.0
Bibliothèque Roland-Leblanc0.0
Bibliothèque Ryane-Provost0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Luc0.0
Bibliothèque T-A-St-Germain0.0
Espace des Bâtisseurs0.0
Rougemont Bibliotheque0.0

Farmers Markets in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Le Marché public de Saint-Hyacinthe
Marché Omni - Entreprise M. Brazeau inc.
Marché public de Longueuil

Hotels in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Transit

Cafes in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Sleepywood
Café Terrasse La Tanière
Chez Cheval
Nestor Picore Gourmandises
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Veterinaries in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire de la Montagne

Train Stations in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mont-Saint-Hilaire

Gas Stations in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Shell
Ultramar

Banks in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Montreal
Desjardins

Golf Courses in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de golf La seigneurie
Club de golf La seigneurie

Breweries in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Molson
Brasseurs du monde
Brasseurs du Monde
Brasseurs du moulin
Broue Shop Brasserie Artisanale
Cidrerie Petit et Fils
Labatt
Resto Bar Brasserie L'Authentique Toi et Moi

Stadiums & Teams in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Mont-Saint-Hilaire

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bois Duvernay 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Montcalm 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Mont-Saint-Hilaire

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Bouthillier Airport—Small Airport
Butler Island Airport—Small Airport
Farnham Airport—Small Airport
Franklin County State Airport—Small Airport
Grant Airport—Small Airport
Greenwoods Airfield—Small Airport
Hawk's Nest Airport—Small Airport
Joliette Airport—Small Airport
L'Assomption Airport—Small Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport—Small Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot—Small Airport
Northern Lights Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu/Messier Airport—Small Airport
Rougemont Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle Airport—Small Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)—Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome—Small Airport
Sorel Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
St-Esprit Aerodrome—Small Airport
St-Mathias Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport—Small Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport—Small Airport
ULM Québec Aerodrome—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Fertilys
Gestion ParaMédical
Groupe Médical PAI
Lacroix Médecine privée

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mont-Saint-Hilaire

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise Baptiste Evangélique de Mont Saint-Hilaire
Église De Jesus Christ-Saints
Saint-Hilaire

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mont-Saint-Hilaire

What is the population of Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

Mont-Saint-Hilaire has a population of 18,859 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,108 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Mont-Saint-Hilaire expensive to live in?

The median household income is $104,000, 38% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $448,000 (59% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mont-Saint-Hilaire safe?

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

What is the weather like in Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

Mont-Saint-Hilaire has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 72.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

The unemployment rate in Mont-Saint-Hilaire is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,271. There are 585 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 38.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

The median home value in Mont-Saint-Hilaire is $448,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $920. The homeownership rate is 80.9%.

How are the schools in Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

20.5% of adults in Mont-Saint-Hilaire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.1% have completed high school. 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

The average commute in Mont-Saint-Hilaire is 29 minutes. 84% of workers drive alone to work, 4.8% use public transit, and 38.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mont-Saint-Hilaire is 96.2% White, 1% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino, 1.7% Asian. 3% of residents speak only English at home, while 91.5% speak Spanish.

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