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Rivière-à-Claude, QC

Quebec

Rivière-à-Claude is a small town in Quebec with a population of 141. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
141 Population 2/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How Rivière-à-Claude Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population141
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female54% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$647
Ownership81.3%
Housing Units80
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+16.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Rivière-à-Claude a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rivière-à-Claude receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rivière-à-Claude offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rivière-à-Claude is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rivière-à-Claude is $100,000, 65% 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 1.4x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rivière-à-Claude has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow.

Rivière-à-Claude has a population of 141 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 60.2 square miles. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 53.6% male. The city is predominantly White (92.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.6% of residents, while 96.4% speak Spanish.

Population

141
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
60.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Rivière-à-Claude vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.6%
95% below US avg
Spanish 96.4%
620% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rivière-à-Claude vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rivière-à-Claude is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rivière-à-Claude vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rivière-à-Claude is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 81.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 80 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.3%
Owner-Occupied81.3%
Renter-Occupied12.5%
Housing Units80

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, Rivière-à-Claude receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rivière-à-Claude 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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Rivière-à-Claude has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.8 inches. The area receives 19.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area60.2 sq mi (155.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates49.2185°N, 65.8934°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 19.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.3 on Oct 6, 2017.

Mar 16, 1999 55 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M4.4 53 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 115 km
Sep 21, 2013 53 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada M4.2 61 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 73 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 69 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 82 km
Mar 21, 1991 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 74 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 87 km
Mar 20, 1991 44 km SE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.7 70 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 28 km
May 28, 2006 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 47 km
Jul 21, 2009 63 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada M3.5 58 km
May 28, 2006 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 47 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 134 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 149 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 93 km
May 9, 2006 24 km SSE of Sept-Îles, Canada M3.0 90 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 51 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 3.1 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 2.7 in
May 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 4.0 in Wettest
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.7 in

Rivière-à-Claude has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 8°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.6").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+16.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area60.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Libraries in Rivière-à-Claude

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Liratou0.0

Ski Resorts Near Rivière-à-Claude

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Lyall 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Vallières-de-Saint-Réal 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station de ski Mont Miller 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Porphyre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont York 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cuve de l'Aigle 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cuves de la Mine 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Rivière-à-Claude

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rivière-la-Madeleine Airport—Small Airport
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts Aerodrome—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rivière-à-Claude

What is the population of Rivière-à-Claude?

Rivière-à-Claude has a population of 141 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 60.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 53.6% male.

Is Rivière-à-Claude expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% 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 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rivière-à-Claude safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rivière-à-Claude?

Rivière-à-Claude has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches, with 19.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rivière-à-Claude?

The unemployment rate in Rivière-à-Claude is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rivière-à-Claude?

The median home value in Rivière-à-Claude is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 81.3%.

How are the schools in Rivière-à-Claude?

0.0% of adults in Rivière-à-Claude hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rivière-à-Claude?

The average commute in Rivière-à-Claude is 26 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rivière-à-Claude?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rivière-à-Claude is 92.3% White. 3.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.4% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis, QC 1,047 pop · 7.5 mi Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, QC 6,121 pop · 27.8 mi Grande-Vallée, QC 1,077 pop · 34.7 mi Cap-Chat, QC 2,516 pop · 36.7 mi Gaspé, QC 15,063 pop · 69.3 mi Maliotenam, QC 1,610 pop · 69.8 mi Saint-Alexandre, QC 1,093 pop · 70.6 mi Port-Cartier, QC 6,516 pop · 71.2 mi Sept-Îles, QC 24,569 pop · 71.3 mi Maria, QC 2,760 pop · 72.2 mi New-Richmond, QC 3,683 pop · 73.1 mi Uashat 27, QC 1,550 pop · 73.2 mi Nouvelle, QC 1,782 pop · 77.1 mi Carleton-sur-Mer, QC 4,081 pop · 77.5 mi
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