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Rivière-Bonaventure, QC

Quebec

Rivière-Bonaventure is a small town in Quebec with a population of 59. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
59 Population 0/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population59
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Rivière-Bonaventure a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rivière-Bonaventure receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rivière-Bonaventure stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rivière-Bonaventure 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-Bonaventure is $230,186, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rivière-Bonaventure has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Rivière-Bonaventure has a population of 59 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,179.3 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.7% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

59
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1,179.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rivière-Bonaventure vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rivière-Bonaventure vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rivière-Bonaventure 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 unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rivière-Bonaventure vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rivière-Bonaventure is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%

Property Tax

In Rivière-Bonaventure, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Rivière-Bonaventure vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Rivière-Bonaventure has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The area receives 20.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.1°F
33% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area1,179.3 sq mi (3,054.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates48.4523°N, 65.7058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.9 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
July 62°F (16°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in
October 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 4.2 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 4.0 in

Rivière-Bonaventure has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 9°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.6").

32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area1,179.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Rivière-Bonaventure

What is the population of Rivière-Bonaventure?

Rivière-Bonaventure has a population of 59 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,179.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.7% female and 50% male.

Is Rivière-Bonaventure expensive to live in?

Rivière-Bonaventure is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% 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 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Rivière-Bonaventure?

Rivière-Bonaventure has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches, with 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Rivière-Bonaventure?

The unemployment rate in Rivière-Bonaventure is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rivière-Bonaventure?

The median home value in Rivière-Bonaventure is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647.

How are the schools in Rivière-Bonaventure?

32.9% of adults in Rivière-Bonaventure hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Rivière-Bonaventure?

The obesity rate in Rivière-Bonaventure is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Rivière-Bonaventure?

The average commute in Rivière-Bonaventure is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rivière-Bonaventure?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rivière-Bonaventure is 97.8% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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