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New-Richmond, QC

Quebec

New-Richmond is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,683. Residents earn $63,600 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,683 Population 55/sq mi density
$63,600 Median Income $42,400 per capita
$190,000 Home Value
$564 Median Rent 9.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$63,600 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $564/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 $63,600
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $564
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

How New-Richmond Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,683
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,600
Per Capita$42,400
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty13.9%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$564
Ownership67.1%
Housing Units1,715
Rent Burden9.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+21.0%
Graduate+3.4%

Community

Commute18 min

Is New-Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New-Richmond receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. New-Richmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New-Richmond is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New-Richmond is $190,000, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x 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%. 21.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

New-Richmond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 14.5 inches of snow.

New-Richmond has a population of 3,683 with a density of 55 people per square mile, spread across 66.6 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 12.8% of residents, while 85.3% speak Spanish.

Population

3,683
Total Population
2021 Census
55
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
66.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New-Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 12.8%
84% below US avg
Spanish 85.3%
537% above US avg
Other Languages 1.9%

Social Characteristics

New-Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New-Richmond is $63,600, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,400. The average weekly wage is $815, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 114 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.9% of workers work from home.

Income: New-Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,600
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,400
Avg Weekly Wage$815

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)114

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New-Richmond is $190,000, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 67.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,715 total housing units in the city. 9.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$564
52% below US avg
Rent Burden9.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.1%
Owner-Occupied67.1%
Renter-Occupied32.7%
Housing Units1,715

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, New-Richmond receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: New-Richmond 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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New-Richmond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area66.6 sq mi (172.5 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates48.1606°N, 65.8582°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.1"
3% above US avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 132 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 139 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 141 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 141 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 139 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 93 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 141 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 91 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 140 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 141 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 121 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 142 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 136 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 107 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 134 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 145 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 124 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 141 km
Jul 3, 2010 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.8 141 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
October 44°F (6°C) 3.6 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in

New-Richmond has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 11°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").

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11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+21.0%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area66.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home14.9%

Schools in New-Richmond

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
New Richmond High School - - - -
École le Bois-Vivant - - - -
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Radio Stations near New-Richmond

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in New-Richmond

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée de la divière Cascapédia

Libraries in New-Richmond

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Liber0.0

Hotels in New-Richmond

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Francis

Cafes in New-Richmond

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coull café
Tim Hortons

Theatres in New-Richmond

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Salle de spectacle régionale de New Richmond

Gas Stations in New-Richmond

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crevier
Esso
Petro-Canada
Ultramar

Banks in New-Richmond

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Scotia
Desjardins

Shopping Malls in New-Richmond

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour Baie-des-Chaleurs

Ski Resorts Near New-Richmond

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station touristique Pin-Rouge 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Lyall 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Vallières-de-Saint-Réal 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near New-Richmond

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Charlo AirportYCLMedium Airport
Brébeuf Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in New-Richmond

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions About New-Richmond

What is the population of New-Richmond?

New-Richmond has a population of 3,683 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 66.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is New-Richmond expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,000 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is New-Richmond safe?

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

What is the weather like in New-Richmond?

New-Richmond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in New-Richmond?

The unemployment rate in New-Richmond is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $815. There are 114 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 14.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in New-Richmond?

The median home value in New-Richmond is $190,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $564. The homeownership rate is 67.1%.

How are the schools in New-Richmond?

11.4% of adults in New-Richmond hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in New-Richmond?

The average commute in New-Richmond is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 14.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of New-Richmond?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New-Richmond is 99.2% White. 12.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 85.3% speak Spanish.

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