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Palmarolle, QC

Quebec

Palmarolle is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,386. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,386 Population 31/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $47,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$640 Median Rent 7.9% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 273 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
$78,000 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $640/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,386
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty12.0%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$640
Ownership84.0%
Housing Units595
Rent Burden7.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+22.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Palmarolle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmarolle 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. Palmarolle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmarolle is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palmarolle is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Palmarolle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 12.1 inches of snow.

Palmarolle has a population of 1,386 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.7% of residents, while 98.6% speak Spanish.

Population

1,386
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
45.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmarolle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.7%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.6%
636% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Palmarolle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmarolle is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $919, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 43 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 11.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Palmarolle vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800
Avg Weekly Wage$919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Palmarolle is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below the national average of $1,163). 84.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 595 total housing units in the city. 7.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg
Rent Burden7.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.0%
Owner-Occupied84.0%
Renter-Occupied16.0%
Housing Units595

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, Palmarolle receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Palmarolle 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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Palmarolle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 273 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 34.5 inches. The area receives 12.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area45.5 sq mi (117.9 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates48.6639°N, 79.2000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below US avg
Snowfall 12.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 25, 2020.

Feb 1, 1999 58 km NNW of Iroquois Falls, Canada M3.4 144 km
Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 135 km
Jul 25, 2020 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada M2.9 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 4°F (-16°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 1.9 in
April 32°F (0°C) 1.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 2.6 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 2.4 in

Palmarolle has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 1°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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6.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.1% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+22.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area45.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home11.5%

Radio Stations near Palmarolle

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Canada Ici Première (Abitibi-Témiscamingue) Rouyn-Noranda, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHOA-FM "WOW-FM" 96.5 Rouyn-Noranda, 103.5 Val d'Or, 103.9 La Sarre, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Palmarolle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison Turgeon

Libraries in Palmarolle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Gallichan0.0
Bibliothèque de Roquemaure0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Colombourg0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Duparquet0.0
Bibliothèque Palmarolle0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Germaine de Boulé0.0

Gas Stations in Palmarolle

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #1362681804

Ski Resorts Near Palmarolle

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Raven Mountain 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Palmarolle

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rouyn Noranda AirportYUYMedium Airport
La Sarre AirportSSQSmall Airport

Post Offices in Palmarolle

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Canada Palmarolle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Palmarolle

What is the population of Palmarolle?

Palmarolle has a population of 1,386 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 50.9% male.

Is Palmarolle expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,000, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Palmarolle safe?

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

What is the weather like in Palmarolle?

Palmarolle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches, with 12.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Palmarolle?

The unemployment rate in Palmarolle is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $919. There are 43 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 11.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Palmarolle?

The median home value in Palmarolle is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $640. The homeownership rate is 84.0%.

How are the schools in Palmarolle?

6.9% of adults in Palmarolle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Palmarolle?

The average commute in Palmarolle is 29 minutes. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, 3.1% use public transit, and 11.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Palmarolle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Palmarolle is 99.3% White. 0.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.6% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

La Sarre, QC 7,358 pop · 9.4 mi Macamic, QC 2,744 pop · 10.9 mi Rouyn-Noranda, QC 42,313 pop · 30.6 mi Trécesson, QC 1,232 pop · 38.4 mi Saint-Félix-de-Dalquier, QC 1,026 pop · 49.6 mi Amos, QC 12,675 pop · 50.0 mi Kirkland Lake, ON 7,750 pop · 52.6 mi Rivière-Héva, QC 1,495 pop · 53.8 mi Black River-Matheson, ON 2,572 pop · 58.5 mi Malartic, QC 3,355 pop · 61.3 mi Englehart, ON 1,442 pop · 65.8 mi Iroquois Falls, ON 4,418 pop · 68.0 mi Barraute, QC 1,986 pop · 73.4 mi Notre-Dame-du-Nord, QC 1,090 pop · 75.2 mi
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