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Prévost, QC
Quebec · Montreal Metro
Prévost is a small city in Quebec with a population of 13,692. Residents earn $96,000 per year, which is 28% above the national average.
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How Prévost Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
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Education
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Is Prévost a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Prévost receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Prévost offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Prévost is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Prévost is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Prévost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches, including 90.2 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Prévost vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Prévost vs U.S. Average
Income: Prévost vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $96,000 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $56,350 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,084 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 424 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 20.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,000 |
| 23% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $890 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 11.1% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 15.1% |
| Housing Units | 5,530 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Prévost 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 | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 13.2 sq mi (34.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,034/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8668°N, 74.0825°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
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 | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 3.8 in |
Prévost has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 12°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.1% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 23.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,034/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 29.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 20.8% |
Radio Stations near Prévost
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHMP 985 FM | talk | MP3 | |
| BPM sports 91.9 | sports | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 | canada, classic hits | MP3 160 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 Montreal, QC | classic hits, news talk | MP3 160 kbps | |
| CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ICI Musique - Montréal | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC | oldies | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sport Montréal | — | MP3 |
Museums in Prévost
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecology Centre | ||||
| Manoir de Belle-Rivière | ||||
| Micromusée du Plan Bouchard | ||||
| Musée d'art contemporain des Laurentides | ||||
| Musée du Ski | ||||
| Musée Zénon-Alary | ||||
| Société d'Histoire des Mille-Iles |
Libraries in Prévost
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibiliothèque de Sainte-Sophie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Mirabel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Mirabel secteur Saint-Augustin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Hippolyte | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Francine Paquette de Val-Morin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Marie-Antoinette-Foucher | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale de Sainte-Thérèse | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Paul-Mercier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Saint-Canut | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblitheque Gaston-Miron | 0.0 | |||||
| Charles-E.-Garneau | 0.0 | |||||
| Morin Heights Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Réseau BIBLIO des Laurentides | 0.0 | |||||
| St-Sauveur Biblotheque | 0.0 | |||||
| Val-David Bibliotheque | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Prévost
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché d'été de Val-David | |||||
| Marché public de Saint-Jérôme | |||||
| Vogel | |||||
| Yann & Cie |
Cafes in Prévost
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Prévost
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Prévost
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Prévost
23 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Neige | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Garceau | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Piste de Glisse | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski La Réserve | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Station touristique Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zone Telemark Montagne Noir | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Tremblant Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montagne coupée | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Blanc | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montcalm | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vallée Bleue | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Rigaud | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Avalanche | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Chantecler | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Gabriel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Olympia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Morin Heights | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Saint-Sauveur | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Habitant | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Glissade | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bois Duvernay | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Prévost
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport | YUL | Large Airport |
| Mont-Tremblant International Airport | YTM | Medium Airport |
| Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | YHU | 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 |
| Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| L'Assomption Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lachute Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lancaster Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / St-Lazare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Donat Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation) | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Esprit Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Jérôme Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Val Morin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Prévost
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de poste de Prévost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Prévost
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Shawbridge United Church |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Prévost
What is the population of Prévost?
Prévost has a population of 13,692 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,034 people per square mile, spread across 13.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.5% male.
Is Prévost expensive to live in?
The median household income is $96,000, 28% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Prévost safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Prévost receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Prévost?
Prévost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches, with 90.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Prévost?
The unemployment rate in Prévost is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,084. There are 424 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 20.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Prévost?
The median home value in Prévost is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $890. The homeownership rate is 85.0%.
How are the schools in Prévost?
15.1% of adults in Prévost hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Prévost?
The average commute in Prévost is 30 minutes. 91.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Prévost?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Prévost is 98.8% White. 2.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.1% speak Spanish.