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Plessisville, QC

Quebec

Plessisville is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,655. Residents earn $76,500 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,655 Population 49/sq mi density
$76,500 Median Income $43,920 per capita
$190,000 Home Value
$568 Median Rent 5.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,500 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $568/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,500
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $568
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,655
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,500
Per Capita$43,920
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.9%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$568
Ownership91.5%
Housing Units1,060
Rent Burden5.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+17.1%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Plessisville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plessisville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Plessisville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plessisville is $76,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plessisville is $190,000, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x 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

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Plessisville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow.

Plessisville has a population of 2,655 with a density of 49 people per square mile, spread across 54.5 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.6% of residents, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

Population

2,655
Total Population
2021 Census
49
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
54.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Plessisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.6%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.3%
634% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Plessisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plessisville is $76,500, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,920 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $845, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 82 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Plessisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,500
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,920
Avg Weekly Wage$845

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Plessisville is $190,000, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below the national average of $1,163). 91.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,060 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 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below US avg
Rent Burden5.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.5%
Owner-Occupied91.5%
Renter-Occupied9.0%
Housing Units1,060

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, Plessisville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Plessisville 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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Plessisville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area54.5 sq mi (141.2 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates46.2186°N, 71.7620°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.5"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 16.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 70 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 127 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 132 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 79 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 144 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 33 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 122 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 51 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 104 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 130 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 107 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 89 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 148 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 144 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 107 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 113 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 129 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 142 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 73 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.0 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.9 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.8 in

Plessisville has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 9°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.7").

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6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.1% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+17.1%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area54.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home16.2%

Schools in Plessisville

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sainte-Famille
École Saint-Édouard
Centre de formation professionnelle André-Morissette
École Jean-Rivard
École Notre-Dame
École Polyvalente La Samare
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Radio Stations near Plessisville

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKLD "Plaisir 105.5" Thetford Mines, QC soft adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Plessisville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison recyclée des Artisans du rebut global
Musée Laurier

Libraries in Plessisville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Alcide-Fleury0.0
Bibliothèque Charles-Edouard-Mailhot0.0
Bibliothèque Municipalité St-Norbert0.0
Bibliothèque Onil-Garneau0.0
Librairie de Plessisville0.0

Farmers Markets in Plessisville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Public des Bois-Francs

Hotels in Plessisville

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Phare

Cafes in Plessisville

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crèmerie Café Chiffon
Le Kaffé Inn
Tim Hortons

Veterinaries in Plessisville

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bureau vétérinaire Plessis-Vic
Clinique vétérinaire de l'Érable

Gas Stations in Plessisville

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #13201302097
Eko
Shell
Sonic
Ultramar

Banks in Plessisville

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

National Bank

Golf Courses in Plessisville

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de golf de Plessiville

Breweries in Plessisville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jackalhop Microbrasserie
Microbrasserie L'Hermite

Airports Near Plessisville

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Paquet AirportSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Québec / Neuville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Plessisville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Plessisville

Treatment Centers in Plessisville

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre De Readaption Interval

Churches & Religious Organizations in Plessisville

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Paroisse Notre-Dame-des-Érables

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Frequently Asked Questions About Plessisville

What is the population of Plessisville?

Plessisville has a population of 2,655 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 54.5 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 47.3% female and 52.7% male.

Is Plessisville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,500, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,000 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Plessisville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Plessisville?

Plessisville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches, with 16.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Plessisville?

The job market in Plessisville is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $845. There are 82 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 16.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Plessisville?

The median home value in Plessisville is $190,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $568. The homeownership rate is 91.5%.

How are the schools in Plessisville?

6.0% of adults in Plessisville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.1% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Plessisville?

The average commute in Plessisville is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Plessisville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Plessisville is 98.9% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 0.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

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