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Pont Rouge, QC

Quebec

Pont Rouge is a small city in Quebec with a population of 7,518. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
7,518 Population 47/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 236 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,518
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units3,007
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Pont Rouge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pont Rouge receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Pont Rouge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pont Rouge is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pont Rouge is $230,186, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pont Rouge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 59.3 inches of snow.

Pont Rouge has a population of 7,518 with a density of 47 people per square mile, spread across 160.5 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.6% of residents, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

Population

7,518
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
160.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pont Rouge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.6%
92% below US avg
Spanish 88.1%
557% above US avg
Other Languages 5.3%

Social Characteristics

Pont Rouge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pont Rouge is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 233 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pont Rouge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)233

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Pont Rouge is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,007 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units3,007

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, Pont Rouge receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pont Rouge 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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Pont Rouge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Area160.5 sq mi (415.6 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates48.8833°N, 72.0825°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 59.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.69"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 19, 2022.

Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 149 km
Jan 19, 2022 11 km SSE of Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, Canada M2.5 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 2.2 in
February 3°F (-16°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 1.7 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 2.7 in

Pont Rouge has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from 3°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.6").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area160.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Museums in Pont Rouge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée Louis Hémon

Libraries in Pont Rouge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Dolbeau-Mistassini0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0

Ski Resorts Near Pont Rouge

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Do-Mi-Ski Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Pont Rouge

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alma AirportYTFMedium Airport
Dolbeau-Saint-Felicien AirportYDOMedium Airport
Roberval AirportYRJMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pont Rouge

What is the population of Pont Rouge?

Pont Rouge has a population of 7,518 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 160.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Pont Rouge expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% 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 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Pont Rouge safe?

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

What is the weather like in Pont Rouge?

Pont Rouge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 59.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pont Rouge?

The unemployment rate in Pont Rouge is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 233 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pont Rouge?

The median home value in Pont Rouge is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Pont Rouge?

32.9% of adults in Pont Rouge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pont Rouge?

The average commute in Pont Rouge is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pont Rouge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pont Rouge is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish.

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