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Natashquan, QC

Quebec

Natashquan is a small town in Quebec with a population of 262. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
262 Population 1/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $48,800 per capita
$130,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female48% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$48,800
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty8.5%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$647
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units125
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+18.2%
Graduate+9.1%

Community

Commute12 min

Is Natashquan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Natashquan receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Natashquan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Natashquan is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Natashquan is $130,000, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Natashquan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow.

Natashquan has a population of 262 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 257.9 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 94.2% speak Spanish.

Population

262
Total Population
2021 Census
1
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
257.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Natashquan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 94.2%
603% above US avg
Other Languages 5.8%

Social Characteristics

Natashquan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Natashquan is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $938, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Natashquan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,800
Avg Weekly Wage$938

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Natashquan is $130,000, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 125 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied16.0%
Housing Units125

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, Natashquan receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Natashquan 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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Natashquan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 21.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.5°F
36% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area257.9 sq mi (667.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.1851°N, 61.8191°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 21.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 29, 2022.

Mar 24, 2001 29 km SE of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M4.2 110 km
Sep 16, 2001 48 km NNE of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M3.7 118 km
Sep 28, 2017 10 km N of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M2.8 126 km
Sep 28, 2017 3 km NE of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada M2.7 125 km
Jul 29, 2022 eastern Quebec, Canada M2.6 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 3.7 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 3.1 in
May 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
October 40°F (5°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 29°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 4.0 in

Natashquan has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 6°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.6").

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11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.2% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+18.2%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area257.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Natashquan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole Notre Dame des Anges
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Museums in Natashquan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'interprétation Le bord du cap
Maison de Gilles Vigneault

Hotels in Natashquan

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge la cache
Auberge Le Port d'Attache

Gas Stations in Natashquan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #10057136007

Airports Near Natashquan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Natashquan AirportYNAMedium Airport
Kégashka AirportZKGSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Natashquan

What is the population of Natashquan?

Natashquan has a population of 262 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 257.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Natashquan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $72,000, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $130,000 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Natashquan safe?

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

What is the weather like in Natashquan?

Natashquan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 21.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Natashquan?

The job market in Natashquan faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $938. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Natashquan?

The median home value in Natashquan is $130,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Natashquan?

11.4% of adults in Natashquan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.2% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Natashquan?

The average commute in Natashquan is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Natashquan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Natashquan is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.2% speak Spanish.

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