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Nouvelle, QC

Quebec

Nouvelle is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,782. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,782 Population 20/sq mi density
$63,200 Median Income $40,320 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$576 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$63,200 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $576/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,200
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $576
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

How Nouvelle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,782
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,200
Per Capita$40,320
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty14.7%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$576
Ownership80.5%
Housing Units845
Rent Burden7.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+19.1%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Nouvelle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nouvelle receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Nouvelle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nouvelle is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 14.7% 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 Nouvelle is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $576 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x 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

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nouvelle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow.

Nouvelle has a population of 1,782 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 90.6 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (98.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.9% of residents, while 93.8% speak Spanish.

Population

1,782
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
90.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nouvelle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.9%
95% below US avg
Spanish 93.8%
600% above US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Nouvelle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nouvelle is $63,200, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,320. The average weekly wage is $775, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 55 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Nouvelle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,200
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,320
Avg Weekly Wage$775

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)55

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Nouvelle is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $576 (50% below the national average of $1,163). 80.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 845 total housing units in the city. 7.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$576
50% below US avg
Rent Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.5%
Owner-Occupied80.5%
Renter-Occupied19.5%
Housing Units845

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, Nouvelle receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Nouvelle 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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Nouvelle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.7 inches. The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.5°F
31% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area90.6 sq mi (234.7 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates48.1365°N, 66.3097°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 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 M4.2 108 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 148 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 140 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 126 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 128 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 128 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 127 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 104 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 149 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 128 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 89 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 128 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 128 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 123 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 129 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 99 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 125 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 139 km
Jul 18, 2010 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 133 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.5 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.5 in

Nouvelle has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 9°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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8.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.1% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+19.1%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area90.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Schools in Nouvelle

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Des Quatre-Temps - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nouvelle

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIMS-FM 103.9 Balmoral, NB & 96.7 Dalhousie, NB radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Nouvelle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée d'histoire naturelle du parc national de Miguasha
Restigouche Regional Museum

Libraries in Nouvelle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dalhousie Centennial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Nouvelle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Restigouche Farmers' Market

Hotels in Nouvelle

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gite à L'Abri Du Clocher

Gas Stations in Nouvelle

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crevier Pharillion
Garage Water et fils
Irving

Ski Resorts Near Nouvelle

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 Nouvelle

3 airports within the area.

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

Post Offices in Nouvelle

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Nouvelle
Bureau de poste de Nouvelle-Ouest

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nouvelle

What is the population of Nouvelle?

Nouvelle has a population of 1,782 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 90.6 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 49.2% female and 51.1% male.

Is Nouvelle expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $576 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Nouvelle safe?

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

What is the weather like in Nouvelle?

Nouvelle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Nouvelle?

The job market in Nouvelle faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $775. There are 55 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Nouvelle?

The median home value in Nouvelle is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $576. The homeownership rate is 80.5%.

How are the schools in Nouvelle?

8.0% of adults in Nouvelle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.1% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Nouvelle?

The average commute in Nouvelle is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Nouvelle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Nouvelle is 98.6% White. 3.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.8% speak Spanish.

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