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Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, QC
Quebec
Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is a small city in Quebec with a population of 9,471. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Notre-Dame-des-Prairies Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Notre-Dame-des-Prairies a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Notre-Dame-des-Prairies receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Notre-Dame-des-Prairies offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Notre-Dame-des-Prairies has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches, including 77.0 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Notre-Dame-des-Prairies vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Notre-Dame-des-Prairies vs U.S. Average
Income: Notre-Dame-des-Prairies vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,500 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,240 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $947 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.5% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 294 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $250,000 |
| 11% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $780 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 12.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.3% |
| Housing Units | 4,445 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Notre-Dame-des-Prairies 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 | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,355/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0501°N, 73.4325°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 3.0 in |
Notre-Dame-des-Prairies has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.4% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 23.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.2% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,355/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
Schools in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Dominique-Savio | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire des Mésanges | — | — | — | — |
| École Christ-Roi | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Ste Bernadette | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PunkRockRadio.ca | post-punk, punk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CFNJ | misc | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC | adult contemporary, adulte contemporain | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banque canadienne national | ||||
| Maison Louis-Cyr | ||||
| Musée d'art de Joliette | ||||
| Musée Gilles Villeneuve |
Libraries in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Adélard-Lambert | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Paul | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheque Jacqueline-Plante | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Louis-Landry | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Louis-Landry | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Louise-Amélie-Panet | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Crabtree | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Berthierville | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale de St-Sulpice | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale St-Félix De Valois | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Rina-Lasnier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Sylvie-Thouin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Ubaldine-Dauphin | 0.0 | |||||
| Maison de la Culture | 0.0 |
Cafes in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Albion | ||||
| Brasserie Artisanale Maltström | ||||
| L'Apothicaire Microbrasserie |
Stadiums & Teams in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Mont Saint-Bruno | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bois Duvernay | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Glissade | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Olympia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montcalm | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montagne coupée | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Station touristique Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport | YUL | Large Airport |
| Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | YHU | Medium Airport |
| Montreal Mirabel International Airport | YMX | Medium Airport |
| Bouthillier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| L'Assomption Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac à la Perchaude Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louiseville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / St-Lazare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu/Messier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rougemont Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Donat Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation) | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Michel-des-Saints Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sorel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Dominique Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Esprit Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Jérôme Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| ULM Québec Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Monastère La Paix Notre Dame |
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What is the population of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?
Notre-Dame-des-Prairies has a population of 9,471 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,355 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.
Is Notre-Dame-des-Prairies expensive to live in?
The median household income is $70,500, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Notre-Dame-des-Prairies safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Notre-Dame-des-Prairies receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?
Notre-Dame-des-Prairies has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.2 inches, with 77.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?
The unemployment rate in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $947. There are 294 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 15.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?
The median home value in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780. The homeownership rate is 68.8%.
How are the schools in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?
11.4% of adults in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?
The average commute in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is 98.4% White, 0.6% Asian. 0.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.6% speak Spanish.