Port-Cartier, QC

Port-Cartier, QC

At a Glance

How Port-Cartier Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Port-Cartier's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Port-Cartier a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Port-Cartier residents earn a median household income of $82,000 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,900. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 202 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Port-Cartier is $160,000 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $576/month, with 5.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Education

7.2% of adults in Port-Cartier hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 22.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Port-Cartier has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches.

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