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Preissac, QC

Quebec

Preissac is a small town in Quebec with a population of 914. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
914 Population 6/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $62,800 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 7.1% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population914
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$62,800
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty6.0%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$647
Ownership91.9%
Housing Units430
Rent Burden7.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+15.4%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute36 min

Is Preissac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Preissac receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Preissac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Preissac is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 33% above $75,149. This places Preissac among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Preissac is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 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

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Preissac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow.

Preissac has a population of 914 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 163.0 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.1% of residents, while 97.8% speak Spanish.

Population

914
Total Population
2021 Census
6
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
163.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Preissac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.8%
630% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Preissac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Preissac is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $62,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,208, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 28 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 7.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Preissac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Preissac is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 91.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 430 total housing units in the city. 7.1% 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$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden7.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.9%
Owner-Occupied91.9%
Renter-Occupied8.1%
Housing Units430

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, Preissac receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Preissac 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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Preissac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. The area receives 13.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Area163.0 sq mi (422.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates48.4002°N, 78.3663°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below US avg
Snowfall 13.5"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 25, 2020.

Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 125 km
Jul 25, 2020 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada M2.9 10 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 4°F (-16°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 2.0 in
April 32°F (0°C) 2.2 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 2.9 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 2.7 in

Preissac has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 0°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.6").

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5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 15.4% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
84% below US avg
High School+15.4%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area163.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Libraries in Preissac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Manneville0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Cadillac0.0

Airports Near Preissac

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amos/Magny AirportYEYMedium Airport
Rouyn Noranda AirportYUYMedium Airport
Val-d'Or AirportYVOMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Preissac

What is the population of Preissac?

Preissac has a population of 914 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 163.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47% female and 53% male.

Is Preissac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $100,000, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Preissac safe?

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

What is the weather like in Preissac?

Preissac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Preissac?

The unemployment rate in Preissac is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,208. There are 28 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 7.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Preissac?

The median home value in Preissac is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 91.9%.

How are the schools in Preissac?

5.6% of adults in Preissac hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.4% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Preissac?

The average commute in Preissac is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Preissac?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Preissac is 100% White. 1.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.8% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Rivière-Héva, QC 1,495 pop · 13.1 mi Trécesson, QC 1,232 pop · 16.0 mi Amos, QC 12,675 pop · 16.2 mi Malartic, QC 3,355 pop · 21.3 mi Saint-Félix-de-Dalquier, QC 1,026 pop · 22.3 mi Rouyn-Noranda, QC 42,313 pop · 32.2 mi Val-d'Or, QC 32,752 pop · 33.5 mi Barraute, QC 1,986 pop · 33.7 mi Macamic, QC 2,744 pop · 37.7 mi Palmarolle, QC 1,386 pop · 42.3 mi La Sarre, QC 7,358 pop · 47.1 mi Senneterre, QC 1,202 pop · 51.7 mi Notre-Dame-du-Nord, QC 1,090 pop · 76.1 mi Lebel-sur-Quévillon, QC 2,091 pop · 77.4 mi
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