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Princeville, QC

Quebec

Princeville is a small city in Quebec with a population of 6,218. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,218 Population 83/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $38,200 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$568 Median Rent 7.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 221 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $568/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $568
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,218
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$38,200
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty12.7%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$568
Ownership66.1%
Housing Units2,785
Rent Burden7.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+22.2%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Princeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Princeville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Princeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Princeville is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Princeville is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x 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

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Princeville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches, including 81.9 inches of snow.

Princeville has a population of 6,218 with a density of 83 people per square mile, spread across 75.3 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.7% of residents, while 96.6% speak Spanish.

Population

6,218
Total Population
2021 Census
83
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
75.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Princeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.7%
99% below US avg
Spanish 96.6%
621% above US avg
Other Languages 2.7%

Social Characteristics

Princeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Princeville is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,200. The average weekly wage is $735, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 193 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Princeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,200
Avg Weekly Wage$735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)193

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Princeville is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below the national average of $1,163). 66.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,785 total housing units in the city. 7.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below US avg
Rent Burden7.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.1%
Owner-Occupied66.1%
Renter-Occupied33.9%
Housing Units2,785

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, Princeville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Princeville 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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Princeville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 81.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area75.3 sq mi (195.0 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates46.1716°N, 71.8746°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.5"
43% above US avg
Snowfall 81.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 78 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 117 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 69 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 123 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 41 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 41 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 132 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 114 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 117 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 98 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 122 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 116 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 134 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 138 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 122 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 147 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 138 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 83 km
May 31, 2007 35 km WNW of Sainte-Thècle, Canada M3.0 119 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 3.2 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.5 in

Princeville has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 12°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.4").

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6.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.2% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+22.2%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area75.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Schools in Princeville

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sacré-Coeur
École Sainte-Marie
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Radio Stations near Princeville

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Princeville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison recyclée des Artisans du rebut global
Musée Laurier

Libraries in Princeville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Alcide-Fleury0.0
Bibliothèque Charles-Edouard-Mailhot0.0
Bibliothèque de Warwick0.0
Bibliothèque Hélène-P.-Hébert0.0
Bibliothèque Municipalité St-Norbert0.0
Librairie de Plessisville0.0

Farmers Markets in Princeville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Public des Bois-Francs

Clinics in Princeville

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #6148123115

Gas Stations in Princeville

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Petro-T
Sonic
Ultramar

Banks in Princeville

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

National Bank

Breweries in Princeville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jackalhop Microbrasserie
Microbrasserie L'Hermite

Airports Near Princeville

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Paquet AirportSmall Airport
Québec / Neuville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Princeville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Princeville

Treatment Centers in Princeville

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre De Readaption Interval

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Frequently Asked Questions About Princeville

What is the population of Princeville?

Princeville has a population of 6,218 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 75.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Princeville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Princeville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Princeville?

Princeville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.5 inches, with 81.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Princeville?

Princeville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $735. There are 193 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 9.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Princeville?

The median home value in Princeville is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $568. The homeownership rate is 66.1%.

How are the schools in Princeville?

6.1% of adults in Princeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.2% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Princeville?

The average commute in Princeville is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Princeville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Princeville is 97.2% White, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Asian. 0.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.6% speak Spanish.

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