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Packington, QC

Quebec

Packington is a small town in Quebec with a population of 578. Residents earn $56,000 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
578 Population 13/sq mi density
$56,000 Median Income $36,600 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 5.8% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,000 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,000
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population578
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,000
Per Capita$36,600
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty14.2%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$647
Ownership90.7%
Housing Units270
Rent Burden5.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+13.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Packington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Packington receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Packington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Packington is $56,000, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Packington is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Packington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 17.7 inches of snow.

Packington has a population of 578 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 45.9 square miles. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.7% of residents, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

Population

578
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
45.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Packington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.7%
98% below US avg
Spanish 98.3%
633% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Packington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Packington is $56,000, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,600. The average weekly wage is $704, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 10.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Packington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,000
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,600
Avg Weekly Wage$704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Packington is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 90.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 270 total housing units in the city. 5.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, 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$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden5.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.7%
Owner-Occupied90.7%
Renter-Occupied7.4%
Housing Units270

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, Packington receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Packington 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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Packington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°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 40.2 inches. The area receives 17.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,260 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Area45.9 sq mi (118.8 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates47.4908°N, 68.7875°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 17.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 76 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 87 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 100 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 101 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 100 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 93 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 109 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 69 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 119 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 108 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 131 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 139 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 79 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 108 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 129 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 113 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 143 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 79 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 48 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.7 in
April 35°F (1°C) 2.8 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 4.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.3 in

Packington has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.5").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 13.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+13.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area45.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Radio Stations near Packington

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJEM 92.7 "Frontiere FM" Edmunston, NB adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFAI-FM 101.1 Edmundston &105.1 Grand Sault, NB active rock, community radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Packington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gare l'Héritage

Libraries in Packington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FORT KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY1 MONUMENT SQUARE0.08,840
Bibliothèque municipale de Dégelis0.0
Mgr. Plourde Public Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Packington

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Packington

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Allen St Peter Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Edmundston Airport—Small Airport
Estcourt Airport—Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Packington

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aroostook Mental Health Center - Fort Kent Outpatient OfficeBoth207-343-1867
Northern Maine Medical CenterMental Health207-834-3155

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Frequently Asked Questions About Packington

What is the population of Packington?

Packington has a population of 578 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 45.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47% female and 53.9% male.

Is Packington expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,000, 25% 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 $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Packington safe?

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

What is the weather like in Packington?

Packington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 17.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Packington?

Packington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $704. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 10.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Packington?

The median home value in Packington is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 90.7%.

How are the schools in Packington?

0.0% of adults in Packington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Packington?

The average commute in Packington is 30 minutes. 87.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Packington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Packington is 100% White. 1.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

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