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Pointe-à-la-Croix, QC

Quebec

Pointe-à-la-Croix is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,344. Residents earn $52,800 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,344 Population 9/sq mi density
$52,800 Median Income $36,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$520 Median Rent 11.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$52,800 median income, 14.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $520/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,800
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $520
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.8%
311% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

How Pointe-à-la-Croix Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,344
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$52,800
Per Capita$36,200
Unemployment14.8%
Poverty20.2%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$520
Ownership68.2%
Housing Units645
Rent Burden11.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+25.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Pointe-à-la-Croix a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pointe-à-la-Croix receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pointe-à-la-Croix has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pointe-à-la-Croix is $52,800, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pointe-à-la-Croix is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pointe-à-la-Croix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow.

Pointe-à-la-Croix has a population of 1,344 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 150.9 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 14.1% of residents, while 82.5% speak Spanish.

Population

1,344
Total Population
2021 Census
9
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
150.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pointe-à-la-Croix vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 14.1%
82% below US avg
Spanish 82.5%
516% above US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

Pointe-à-la-Croix vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pointe-à-la-Croix is $52,800, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,200. The average weekly wage is $696, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 42 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pointe-à-la-Croix vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,800
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,200
Avg Weekly Wage$696

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.8%
311% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pointe-à-la-Croix is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $520 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 68.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 645 total housing units in the city. 11.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, 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$520
55% below US avg
Rent Burden11.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.2%
Owner-Occupied68.2%
Renter-Occupied31.8%
Housing Units645

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, Pointe-à-la-Croix receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pointe-à-la-Croix 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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Pointe-à-la-Croix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. The area receives 19.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area150.9 sq mi (390.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates48.0163°N, 66.6819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.8"
18% above US avg
Snowfall 19.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.69"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 11, 2022.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 102 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 148 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 111 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 113 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 113 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 144 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 112 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 129 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 126 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 113 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 142 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 113 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 86 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 113 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 148 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 148 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 114 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 121 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 149 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 42°F (5°C) 4.1 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 4.0 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.7 in

Pointe-à-la-Croix has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 7°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.7").

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6.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+25.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area150.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Schools in Pointe-à-la-Croix

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alaqsite'w Gitpu School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Pointe-à-la-Croix

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 Pointe-à-la-Croix

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lieu historique national du Canada de la Bataille-de-la-Ristigouche/ Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site of Canada

Libraries in Pointe-à-la-Croix

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Campbellton Centennial Library0.0
Raymond Lagacé Public Library0.0

Bus Stations in Pointe-à-la-Croix

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Orléans Express Pointe-à-la-Croix

Gas Stations in Pointe-à-la-Croix

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Lord Gaz Bar
Woodpile

Airports Near Pointe-à-la-Croix

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlo AirportYCLMedium Airport
Brébeuf Airport-Small Airport
Causapscal Airport-Small Airport
Downs Gulch Airport-Small Airport
Saint-Quentin Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Pointe-à-la-Croix

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Listuguj
Bureau de poste de Pointe-à-la-Croix

Treatment Centers in Pointe-à-la-Croix

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CLSC Malauze

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pointe-à-la-Croix

What is the population of Pointe-à-la-Croix?

Pointe-à-la-Croix has a population of 1,344 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 150.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Pointe-à-la-Croix expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,800, 30% 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 $520 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pointe-à-la-Croix safe?

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

What is the weather like in Pointe-à-la-Croix?

Pointe-à-la-Croix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches, with 19.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pointe-à-la-Croix?

The job market in Pointe-à-la-Croix faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $696. There are 42 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pointe-à-la-Croix?

The median home value in Pointe-à-la-Croix is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $520. The homeownership rate is 68.2%.

How are the schools in Pointe-à-la-Croix?

6.2% of adults in Pointe-à-la-Croix hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pointe-à-la-Croix?

The average commute in Pointe-à-la-Croix is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pointe-à-la-Croix?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pointe-à-la-Croix is 100% White. 14.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 82.5% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Campbellton, NB 7,047 pop · 0.7 mi Atholville, NB 3,290 pop · 2.3 mi Bois-Joli, NB 3,900 pop · 8.1 mi Balmoral, NB 1,603 pop · 11.3 mi Eel River Crossing, NB 1,844 pop · 12.0 mi Heron Bay, NB 5,536 pop · 13.2 mi Dalhousie, NB 3,223 pop · 14.6 mi Charlo, NB 1,323 pop · 16.4 mi Nouvelle, QC 1,782 pop · 19.1 mi Carleton-sur-Mer, QC 4,081 pop · 26.3 mi Carleton, QC 1,101 pop · 26.6 mi Lorne, MB 2,904 pop · 27.5 mi Maria, QC 2,760 pop · 33.9 mi Causapscal, QC 2,147 pop · 34.9 mi
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