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Montmagny, QC

Quebec

Montmagny is a small city in Quebec with a population of 10,999. Residents earn $56,000 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,999 Population 229/sq mi density
$56,000 Median Income $42,080 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 242 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,000 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $604/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,000
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population10,999
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,000
Per Capita$42,080
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty16.2%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$604
Ownership57.1%
Housing Units5,465
Rent Burden13.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+22.7%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Montmagny a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montmagny is $56,000, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.2% 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 Montmagny is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Montmagny has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 94.8 inches of snow.

Montmagny has a population of 10,999 with a density of 229 people per square mile, spread across 48.1 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.5% of residents, while 98.1% speak Spanish.

Population

10,999
Total Population
2021 Census
229
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
48.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Montmagny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.5%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.1%
632% above US avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Montmagny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montmagny is $56,000, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,080. The average weekly wage is $809, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 341 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Montmagny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,000
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,080
Avg Weekly Wage$809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)341

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Montmagny is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below the national average of $1,163). 57.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,465 total housing units in the city. 13.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$604
48% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.1%
Owner-Occupied57.1%
Renter-Occupied42.9%
Housing Units5,465

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, Montmagny receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Montmagny 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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Montmagny has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 94.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area48.1 sq mi (124.4 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates46.9804°N, 70.5549°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above US avg
Snowfall 94.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

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 M4.9 106 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 91 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 68 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 100 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 97 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 73 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 99 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 87 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 75 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 142 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 39 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 54 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 28 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 50 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 95 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 64 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 35 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 98 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 97 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 8 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 44°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.9 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.1 in

Montmagny has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+22.7%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area48.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home10.4%

Colleges & Universities in Montmagny

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Campus de Montmagny

Schools in Montmagny

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Mathieu
École Saint-Nicolas
École secondaire Louis-Jacques-Casault
École Beaubien
École Saint-Pie X
École Saint-Thomas
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Radio Stations near Montmagny

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOX-FM 97.5 La Pocatiere, QC adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Montmagny

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée de L'Isle-aux-Grues
Musée du Coquilllage
Musée maritime du Québec - Capitaine J.E. Bernier

Libraries in Montmagny

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Emma Duclos0.0

Farmers Markets in Montmagny

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Publique

Hotels in Montmagny

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn by Wyndham
Hôtel L'Oiselière Montmagny
La Maison Rousseau

Cafes in Montmagny

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Bistro Au Coin du Monde
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Montmagny

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabaret Cogeco
Salle Promutuel Assurance

Train Stations in Montmagny

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Montmagny

Gas Stations in Montmagny

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Irving
Shell
Shell
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Montmagny

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse Desjardins
Desjardins
National Bank

Shopping Malls in Montmagny

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Galeries Montmagny

Golf Courses in Montmagny

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf Montmagny

Breweries in Montmagny

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
microbrasserie Côte du sud

Ski Resorts Near Montmagny

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0
A venir 0.0 $0
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 $0
Le Massif 0.0 $0

Airports Near Montmagny

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Grosse-Île AirportSmall Airport
Île aux Coudres AirportSmall Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite AirportSmall Airport
Île-aux-Grues AirportSmall Airport
Montmagny AirportSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Cyprien AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Montmagny

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre de réadaptation en déficience intellectuelle, en troubles du spectre de l'autisme et en déficience physique André-Wingen

Churches & Religious Organizations in Montmagny

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Thomas

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Montmagny

What is the population of Montmagny?

Montmagny has a population of 10,999 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 229 people per square mile, spread across 48.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Montmagny expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,000, 25% 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 $604 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Montmagny safe?

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

What is the weather like in Montmagny?

Montmagny has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 94.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Montmagny?

The unemployment rate in Montmagny is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $809. There are 341 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 10.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Montmagny?

The median home value in Montmagny is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $604. The homeownership rate is 57.1%.

How are the schools in Montmagny?

8.7% of adults in Montmagny hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Montmagny?

The average commute in Montmagny is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Montmagny?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Montmagny is 98% White, 0.9% Black or African American. 0.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.1% speak Spanish.

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