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Nicolet, QC
Quebec
Nicolet is a small city in Quebec with a population of 8,620. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Nicolet Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Nicolet a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Nicolet receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Nicolet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Nicolet is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Nicolet is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 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
12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.1% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Nicolet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches, including 76.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Nicolet vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Nicolet vs U.S. Average
Income: Nicolet vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,000 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $852 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 267 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 15.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $200,000 |
| 29% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $592 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 9.4% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 63.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.4% |
| Housing Units | 3,750 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Nicolet vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 37.1 sq mi (96.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2309°N, 72.6129°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.2 in |
Nicolet has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 12°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.3% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 20.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 232/sq mi |
| Total Area | 37.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 15.3% |
Schools in Nicolet
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Curé-Brassard | — | — | — | — |
| École secondaire Jean-Nicolet | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Séminaire | — | — | — | — |
| École Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nicolet
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC | news, talk | MP3 | |
| CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHOC 88.7 | classic hits, folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Viva 105,3 Drummondville | drummondville, francophone | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Rythme 100,1 Mauricie | adult pop | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Nicolet
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boréalis | ||||
| La forge haute - forneau neuf | ||||
| La Grande maison | ||||
| Maison Rocheleau | ||||
| Manoir Boucher-De Niverville | ||||
| Moulin seigneurial de Pointe-du-Lac | ||||
| Musée de la Biodiversité du Québec | ||||
| Musée des Abénakis | ||||
| Musée des cultures du monde | ||||
| Musée des Filles de Jésus | ||||
| Musée des Ursulines de Trois-Rivieres | ||||
| Musée militaire de Trois-Rivières 12E Régiment blindé du Canada | ||||
| Musée Pop | ||||
| Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières |
Libraries in Nicolet
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIBLIO | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Aline-Piché | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Claude-Bouchard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Baie-du-Febvre | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Bécancour | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de l'UQTR | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque De La Franciade | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Etienne-des-Grès | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Gatien-Lapointe | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Maurice-Loranger | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Saint-Léonard-d'Aston | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Simone-L.-Roy | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nicolet
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché aux puces de Trois-Rivières | |||||
| Marché La Providence |
Hotels in Nicolet
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nicolet
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nicolet
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Nicolet
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nicolet
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nicolet
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nicolet
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nicolet
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Dépareillée | ||||
| La Forge du Malt - Microbrasserie |
Stadiums & Teams in Nicolet
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nicolet
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Trois-Rivières Airport | YRQ | Medium Airport |
| Drummondville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac à la Perchaude Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louiseville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sorel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Dominique Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Louis-de-France Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| ULM Québec Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Valcourt Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Victoriaville Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nicolet
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| BP Trois-Rivières Succ A | |
| Bureau de poste Nicolet |
Treatment Centers in Nicolet
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre de réadaptation en déficience physique Jacques-de-Labadie - CIUSSS MCQ | ||
| Centre De Readaptation Intrvl |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nicolet
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist | |
| Chapelle Saint-François | |
| Église de la Visitation-de-la-Sainte-Vierge | |
| Évêché de Nicolet | |
| Maison diocésaine de formation | |
| Maison Saint-Joseph | |
| Pavillon Ste-Thérèse - Soeurs de l'Assomption | |
| Salle du Royaume des Témoins de Jéhovah |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Nicolet
What is the population of Nicolet?
Nicolet has a population of 8,620 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 232 people per square mile, spread across 37.1 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 54.4% female and 45.6% male.
Is Nicolet expensive to live in?
The median household income is $66,000, 12% 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 $592 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 Nicolet safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Nicolet receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Nicolet?
Nicolet has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches, with 76.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Nicolet?
Nicolet has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $852. There are 267 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 15.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Nicolet?
The median home value in Nicolet is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $592. The homeownership rate is 63.5%.
How are the schools in Nicolet?
12.3% of adults in Nicolet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.1% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Nicolet?
The average commute in Nicolet is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of Nicolet?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Nicolet is 98.7% White, 0.5% Hispanic or Latino. 0.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.6% speak Spanish.