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Port-Daniel--Gascons, QC

Quebec

Port-Daniel--Gascons is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,271. Residents earn $59,200 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,271 Population 20/sq mi density
$59,200 Median Income $37,640 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$460 Median Rent 7.5% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$59,200 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $460/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $59,200
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $460
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

How Port-Daniel--Gascons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,271
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,200
Per Capita$37,640
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty16.1%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$460
Ownership74.0%
Housing Units1,075
Rent Burden7.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+20.5%
Graduate+0.5%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Port-Daniel--Gascons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port-Daniel--Gascons receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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, below-average incomes. Port-Daniel--Gascons has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port-Daniel--Gascons is $59,200, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port-Daniel--Gascons is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $460 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

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Port-Daniel--Gascons has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow.

Port-Daniel--Gascons has a population of 2,271 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 115.9 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (99.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 12.6% of residents, while 86.6% speak Spanish.

Population

2,271
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
115.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Port-Daniel--Gascons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 12.6%
84% below US avg
Spanish 86.6%
546% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Port-Daniel--Gascons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port-Daniel--Gascons is $59,200, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,640. The average weekly wage is $724, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 70 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 18.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Port-Daniel--Gascons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,200
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,640
Avg Weekly Wage$724

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Port-Daniel--Gascons is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $460 (60% below the national average of $1,163). 74.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,075 total housing units in the city. 7.5% 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$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$460
60% below US avg
Rent Burden7.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.0%
Owner-Occupied74.0%
Renter-Occupied26.5%
Housing Units1,075

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, Port-Daniel--Gascons receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Port-Daniel--Gascons 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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Port-Daniel--Gascons has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area115.9 sq mi (300.3 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates48.1650°N, 64.9798°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 23.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.88"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 107 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 123 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 139 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 142 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 144 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 140 km
Aug 2, 2010 18 km NNW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 72 km
Jul 8, 2022 49 km WNW of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 141 km
Nov 30, 2013 61 km S of Campbellton, Canada M2.7 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 1 257 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 3.5 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.5 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in Wettest
November 33°F (0°C) 4.6 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.5 in

Port-Daniel--Gascons has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 12°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (3.0").

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5.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school. 0.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.2%
85% below US avg
High School+20.5%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area115.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home18.2%

Radio Stations near Port-Daniel--Gascons

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHNC-FM 107.1 New Carlisle, 99.1 Carleton, 99.3 Gaspe, 98.1 Chandler, 107.3 Perce, 106.7 Riviere-au-Renaud, QC - MP3 192 kbps

Gas Stations in Port-Daniel--Gascons

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4409660856

Ski Resorts Near Port-Daniel--Gascons

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de ski Mont Béchervaise 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Port-Daniel--Gascons

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Michel-Pouliot Gaspé AirportYGPMedium Airport
Du Rocher-Percé (Pabok) Airport-Small Airport
Pokemouche Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Port-Daniel--Gascons

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel
Église de Sainte-Germaine-de-Newport
St. James'

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Frequently Asked Questions About Port-Daniel--Gascons

What is the population of Port-Daniel--Gascons?

Port-Daniel--Gascons has a population of 2,271 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 115.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.8% male.

Is Port-Daniel--Gascons expensive to live in?

The median household income is $59,200, 21% 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 $460 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 Port-Daniel--Gascons safe?

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

What is the weather like in Port-Daniel--Gascons?

Port-Daniel--Gascons has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 23.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Port-Daniel--Gascons?

The job market in Port-Daniel--Gascons faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $724. There are 70 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 18.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Port-Daniel--Gascons?

The median home value in Port-Daniel--Gascons is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $460. The homeownership rate is 74.0%.

How are the schools in Port-Daniel--Gascons?

5.2% of adults in Port-Daniel--Gascons hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school. 0.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Port-Daniel--Gascons?

The average commute in Port-Daniel--Gascons is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.2% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 18.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Port-Daniel--Gascons?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Port-Daniel--Gascons is 99.8% White. 12.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 86.6% speak Spanish.

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