Sign In Register

Montague, PE

Prince Edward Island

Montague is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 74. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
74 Population 6/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$256,943 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$256,943 home value, $855/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0

Discover Montague, PE

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,943
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

How Montague Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population74
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female57% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.4%
Commute56 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,943
Rent$855
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units25
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+0.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute56 min

Is Montague a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montague receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Montague offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montague is $77,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montague is $256,943, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Montague has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow.

Montague has a population of 74 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 57.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.9% of residents.

Population

74
Total Population
2021 Census
6
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
11.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Montague vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 7.1%

Social Characteristics

Montague vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montague is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,296 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $833, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 33.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Montague vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296
Avg Weekly Wage$833

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time56.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Montague is $256,943, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 25 total housing units in the city. 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,943
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units25

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, Montague receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Montague 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
View full crime details →
Montague has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates46.1668°N, 62.6487°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above US avg
Snowfall 16.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.31"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 86 km
2009 Bill Category 1 197 km
2003 Juan Category 2 91 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 173 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 116 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 4.1 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 26°F (-4°C) 3.5 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.1 in Wettest

Montague has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (3.3").

View full weather details →
0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+0.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area11.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute56.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Radio Stations near Montague

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Charlottetown, PE cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
CHLQ-FM "MAX 93.1" Charlottetown, PE mainstream rock, new format rebranding MP3 64 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Île-du-Prince-Édouard) Charlottetown, PE radio publique AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Montague

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Garden of the Gulf
MacPhail Homestead
Orwell Corner Historic Village
PEI Agricultural Heritage Museum

Libraries in Montague

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Canada's Smallest Library0.0
Murray Harbour Library0.0

Breweries in Montague

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bogside Brewing
Copper Bottom Brewing

Airports Near Montague

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYYGMedium Airport
Cable Head AirparkSmall Airport
Thorburn AirportSmall Airport
Trenton AirportSmall Airport

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Montague.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Montague

What is the population of Montague?

Montague has a population of 74 residents and is located in Prince Edward Island. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 50% female and 57.1% male.

Is Montague expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,909, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,943 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Montague safe?

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

What is the weather like in Montague?

Montague has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Montague?

The unemployment rate in Montague is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $833. There are 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 56 minutes, and 33.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Montague?

The median home value in Montague is $256,943. For renters, the median monthly rent is $855. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Montague?

0.0% of adults in Montague hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Montague?

The average commute in Montague is 56 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 33.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Montague?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Montague is 100% White. 92.9% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Compare Montague with another city: