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Notre-Dame-du-Laus, QC

Quebec

Notre-Dame-du-Laus is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,730. Residents earn $56,800 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,730 Population 5/sq mi density
$56,800 Median Income $41,120 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$524 Median Rent 11.4% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$56,800 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $524/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,800
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $524
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,730
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,800
Per Capita$41,120
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty16.0%
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,000
Rent$524
Ownership82.3%
Housing Units930
Rent Burden11.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+23.7%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Notre-Dame-du-Laus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Notre-Dame-du-Laus receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Notre-Dame-du-Laus has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Notre-Dame-du-Laus is $56,800, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Notre-Dame-du-Laus is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $524 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x 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

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Notre-Dame-du-Laus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow.

Notre-Dame-du-Laus has a population of 1,730 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 327.8 square miles. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.8% female and 53.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 4.1% of residents, while 94.5% speak Spanish.

Population

1,730
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
327.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Notre-Dame-du-Laus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 4.1%
95% below US avg
Spanish 94.5%
605% above US avg
Other Languages 1.4%

Social Characteristics

Notre-Dame-du-Laus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Notre-Dame-du-Laus is $56,800, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,120. The average weekly wage is $791, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 54 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 25.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Notre-Dame-du-Laus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,800
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,120
Avg Weekly Wage$791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Notre-Dame-du-Laus is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $524 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 82.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 930 total housing units in the city. 11.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$524
55% below US avg
Rent Burden11.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.3%
Owner-Occupied82.3%
Renter-Occupied18.3%
Housing Units930

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, Notre-Dame-du-Laus receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Notre-Dame-du-Laus 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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Notre-Dame-du-Laus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.4 inches. The area receives 15.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area327.8 sq mi (849.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates46.0899°N, 75.6244°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 15.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

166 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 26 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 68 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 42 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 130 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 93 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 115 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 46 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 94 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 117 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 104 km
Nov 15, 1990 72 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.1 124 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 76 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 52 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 69 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 61 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 118 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 149 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 42 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 99 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 36 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 65°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.5 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.3 in

Notre-Dame-du-Laus has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.7").

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5.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+23.7%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area327.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.8%

Radio Stations near Notre-Dame-du-Laus

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLO-FM 104.7 Mont-Laurier, 101.9 Riviere Rouge, QC contemporary hits MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Notre-Dame-du-Laus

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Paulette-Huneault-Sirois0.0

Gas Stations in Notre-Dame-du-Laus

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sonic

Ski Resorts Near Notre-Dame-du-Laus

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Camp Fortune 0.0 $0
Mont Cascades Ski 0.0 $0
Sommet Edelweiss 0.0 $0
Centre Vorlage 0.0 $0
Mont Ste. Marie 0.0 $0

Airports Near Notre-Dame-du-Laus

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa / Gatineau AirportYNDMedium Airport
Ottawa / Rockcliffe AirportYROMedium Airport
Arnprior AirportSmall Airport
CheneySmall Airport
Chute-Saint-Philippe AirportSmall Airport
Django FieldSmall Airport
Indian Creek FieldSmall Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Mont Laurier AirportSmall Airport
Navan Bearbrook AirportSmall Airport
Parti FieldSmall Airport
Pendleton AirportSmall Airport
Pontiac AirparkSmall Airport
St. André-Avellin AerodromeSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Notre-Dame-du-Laus

What is the population of Notre-Dame-du-Laus?

Notre-Dame-du-Laus has a population of 1,730 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 327.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.8% female and 53.2% male.

Is Notre-Dame-du-Laus expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,800, 24% 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 $524 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Notre-Dame-du-Laus safe?

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

What is the weather like in Notre-Dame-du-Laus?

Notre-Dame-du-Laus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 15.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Notre-Dame-du-Laus?

The job market in Notre-Dame-du-Laus faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $791. There are 54 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 25.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Notre-Dame-du-Laus?

The median home value in Notre-Dame-du-Laus is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $524. The homeownership rate is 82.3%.

How are the schools in Notre-Dame-du-Laus?

5.1% of adults in Notre-Dame-du-Laus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Notre-Dame-du-Laus?

The average commute in Notre-Dame-du-Laus is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Notre-Dame-du-Laus?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Notre-Dame-du-Laus is 100% White. 4.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.5% speak Spanish.

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