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Pointe-Fortune, QC
Quebec
Pointe-Fortune is a small town in Quebec with a population of 582. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Pointe-Fortune Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Education
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Is Pointe-Fortune a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pointe-Fortune receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Pointe-Fortune offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pointe-Fortune is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pointe-Fortune is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
Education
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.3% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Pointe-Fortune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 14.6 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Pointe-Fortune vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Pointe-Fortune vs U.S. Average
Income: Pointe-Fortune vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,000 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $742 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 25.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $300,000 |
| 6% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $647 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 20.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 87.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.8% |
| Housing Units | 235 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Pointe-Fortune vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.7°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5603°N, 74.3789°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1908 | NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE | Meteorological | 15.0 m | 33 | 98 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.0 in |
Pointe-Fortune has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 11°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and March the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.3% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 26.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 186/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 35.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 25.6% |
Museums in Pointe-Fortune
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée Hudson | ||||
| Musée Régional D'Argenteuil |
Libraries in Pointe-Fortune
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de Grenville | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Lazare | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale de Lachute | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Rigaud | 0.0 | |||||
| Brownsburg Bibliotheque | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalkeith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Future Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Hawkesbury Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| War Memorial Library Hudson Heights | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pointe-Fortune
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finnegan's Market | |||||
| Marché D'ici |
Monuments in Pointe-Fortune
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Pointe-Fortune
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Sir John | ||||
| Brasserie Wilsy | ||||
| Microbrasserie Le Castor | ||||
| Wood Brothers Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Pointe-Fortune
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Pointe-Fortune
15 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Mont Rigaud | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bois Duvernay | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Glissade | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Habitant | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Saint-Sauveur | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Morin Heights | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Olympia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Gabriel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Chantecler | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Avalanche | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Belle Neige | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vallée Bleue | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montcalm | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Blanc | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Tremblant Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Pointe-Fortune
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport | YUL | Large Airport |
| Cornwall Regional Airport | YCC | Medium Airport |
| Massena International Airport Richards Field | MSS | Medium Airport |
| Montreal Mirabel International Airport | YMX | Medium Airport |
| Alexandria Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury (East) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lachute Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lancaster Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Long Sault Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Malone Dufort Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maxville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / St-Lazare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Morrisburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pendleton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Donat Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Esprit Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Jérôme Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St. André-Avellin Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Val Morin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Pointe-Fortune
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre de Réadaptation en Déficience Physique | ||
| Services Ambulatoires en Dépendance |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pointe-Fortune
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-François-Xavier | |
| Église Saint-Joseph | |
| Église St. Mungo’s | |
| Paroisse Saint-Joachim | |
| Paroisse Saint-Joachim |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Pointe-Fortune
What is the population of Pointe-Fortune?
Pointe-Fortune has a population of 582 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 186 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.3% female and 53.9% male.
Is Pointe-Fortune expensive to live in?
The median household income is $81,000, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above 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 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Pointe-Fortune safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Pointe-Fortune receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Pointe-Fortune?
Pointe-Fortune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 14.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Pointe-Fortune?
The unemployment rate in Pointe-Fortune is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $742. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 25.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Pointe-Fortune?
The median home value in Pointe-Fortune is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 87.2%.
How are the schools in Pointe-Fortune?
6.3% of adults in Pointe-Fortune hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Pointe-Fortune?
The average commute in Pointe-Fortune is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Pointe-Fortune?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Pointe-Fortune is 99.1% White. 12.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 81.2% speak Spanish.