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Rawdon, QC

Quebec

Rawdon is a small city in Quebec with a population of 11,719. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,719 Population 164/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $40,840 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$810 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 230 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $810/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population11,719
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$40,840
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty15.3%
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,000
Rent$810
Ownership71.4%
Housing Units5,445
Rent Burden14.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+26.5%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Rawdon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rawdon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rawdon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rawdon is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rawdon is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rawdon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches, including 88.4 inches of snow.

Rawdon has a population of 11,719 with a density of 164 people per square mile, spread across 71.6 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 8.9% of residents, while 85.7% speak Spanish.

Population

11,719
Total Population
2021 Census
164
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
71.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rawdon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 8.9%
89% below US avg
Spanish 85.7%
539% above US avg
Other Languages 5.5%

Social Characteristics

Rawdon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rawdon is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,840. The average weekly wage is $785, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 363 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 15.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Rawdon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,840
Avg Weekly Wage$785

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)363

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rawdon is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,445 total housing units in the city. 14.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied28.7%
Housing Units5,445

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, Rawdon receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rawdon 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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Rawdon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 88.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area71.6 sq mi (185.4 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates46.0501°N, 73.7159°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.8"
47% above US avg
Snowfall 88.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

162 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 137 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 56 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 81 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 55 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 52 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 112 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 94 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 98 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 124 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 48 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 93 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 117 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 80 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 128 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 92 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 98 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 105 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 74 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 20 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 33 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 3.2 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
November 32°F (0°C) 3.9 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.4 in

Rawdon has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.5").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+26.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area71.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home15.3%

Schools in Rawdon

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centre de formation de Rawdon
Collège Champagneur
École secondaire des Chutes
École primaire de Rawdon
École des Cascades
École Marie-Anne
École des Cascades
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Radio Stations near Rawdon

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Rawdon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banque canadienne national
Maison Louis-Cyr

Libraries in Rawdon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibiliothèque de Sainte-Sophie0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque du Docteur-Jacques-Olivier0.0
Bibliothèque Gisèle Paré0.0
Bibliothèque Louis-Landry0.0
Bibliothèque Louis-Landry0.0
Bibliothèque Louise-Amélie-Panet0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Crabtree0.0

Hotels in Rawdon

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spa La Source Bains Nordiques

Cafes in Rawdon

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Clinics in Rawdon

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Médicale de Rawdon

Dentists in Rawdon

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Dentaire Tremblay
Clinique dentaire Cossette & Ruel
Laramée Sophie Denturologiste Roussy Cindy Denturologiste

Bus Stations in Rawdon

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Autobus Riviera

Gas Stations in Rawdon

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Couche-Tard
Harnois
Shell
Sonic
Ultramar

Banks in Rawdon

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins
National Bank
RBC Royal Bank

Shopping Malls in Rawdon

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour Jean-Coutu

Golf Courses in Rawdon

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rawdon Golf Resort

Breweries in Rawdon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Albion
L'Apothicaire Microbrasserie

Ski Resorts Near Rawdon

22 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Avalanche 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
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Rigaud 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
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0

Airports Near Rawdon

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Rougemont AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Michel-des-Saints AerodromeSmall Airport
Sorel AirportSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rawdon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rawdon

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Christ Church Anglican Hall
Église Marie-Reine-du-Monde
Église Russe Orthodoxe St-Seraphim
Mid Lautentian United Church
Val de Paix

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rawdon

What is the population of Rawdon?

Rawdon has a population of 11,719 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 164 people per square mile, spread across 71.6 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 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Rawdon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rawdon safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rawdon?

Rawdon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.8 inches, with 88.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rawdon?

The unemployment rate in Rawdon is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $785. There are 363 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 15.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rawdon?

The median home value in Rawdon is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $810. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.

How are the schools in Rawdon?

7.7% of adults in Rawdon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rawdon?

The average commute in Rawdon is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rawdon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rawdon is 98.3% White, 0.5% Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% Asian. 8.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 85.7% speak Spanish.

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