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Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours, QC

Quebec

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is a small town in Quebec with a population of 285. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
285 Population 3/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $49,200 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

How Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population285
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$49,200
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation735 ft (224 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+13.7%
Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is $70,500, 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%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours has a population of 285 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 99.8 square miles. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.8% of residents, while 91.2% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

285
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
99.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only1.8%
98% below US avg
Spanish91.2%
581% above US avg
Other Languages7%

Social Characteristics

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 130 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 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.5%
Renter-Occupied11.5%
Housing Units130

Property Tax

In Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 15.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Area99.8 sq mi (258.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates45.7521°N, 74.8577°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 38°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in
September 56°F (14°C) 4.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
November 33°F (0°C) 4.0 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.4 in

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F — from 9°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").

13.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 13.7% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+13.7%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area99.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours

What is the population of Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours has a population of 285 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 99.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours expensive to live in?

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $70,500, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above 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 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

The unemployment rate in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 14.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

The median home value in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647.

How are the schools in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

13.7% of adults in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.7% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

The obesity rate in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

The average commute in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours is 98.3% White. 1.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 91.2% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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