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Rivière-du-Loup, QC
Quebec
Rivière-du-Loup is a small city in Quebec with a population of 20,118. Residents earn $62,800 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Rivière-du-Loup Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Rivière-du-Loup a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rivière-du-Loup receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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-du-Loup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rivière-du-Loup is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rivière-du-Loup is $224,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 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
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Rivière-du-Loup has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 83.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Rivière-du-Loup vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Rivière-du-Loup vs U.S. Average
Income: Rivière-du-Loup vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,800 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $890 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.0% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 624 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 12.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $224,000 |
| 21% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $632 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 11.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 54.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.9% |
| Housing Units | 9,480 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Rivière-du-Loup 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 | 43.5°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 32.3 sq mi (83.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 622/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8270°N, 69.5424°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 16°F (-9°C) | 3.9 in |
Rivière-du-Loup has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.3% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 21.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 622/sq mi |
| Total Area | 32.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 15.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 12.8% |
Colleges & Universities in Rivière-du-Loup
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cégep de Rivière-du-Loup | — | — | — | — | — |
Schools in Rivière-du-Loup
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La croisée I | — | — | — | — |
| La croisée II | — | — | — | — |
| École secondaire de Rivière-du-Loup | — | — | — | — |
| École La croisée | — | — | — | — |
| École Roy | — | — | — | — |
| Centre de Formation Professionnelle: Pavillon de l'Avenir | — | — | — | — |
| École Joly | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rivière-du-Loup
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIBM-FM 107.1 "FM107" Riviere-du-Loup, QC (128 kbps MP3) | contemporary hit radio, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rivière-du-Loup
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancien palais du justice de L'Isle-Verte | ||||
| École de l'Anse | ||||
| Maison Louis-Bertrand | ||||
| Musée du Bas-Saint-Laurent |
Libraries in Rivière-du-Loup
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Françoise-Bédard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Françoise-Bédard | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rivière-du-Loup
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché public Lafontaine |
Hotels in Rivière-du-Loup
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rivière-du-Loup
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Rivière-du-Loup
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rivière-du-Loup
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rivière-du-Loup
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rivière-du-Loup
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rivière-du-Loup
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rivière-du-Loup
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rivière-du-Loup
16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rivière-du-Loup
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Rivière-du-Loup
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rivière-du-Loup
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Rivière-du-Loup
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Grand-Fonds | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Rivière-du-Loup
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charlevoix Airport | YML | Medium Airport |
| Rivière-du-Loup Airport | YRI | Medium Airport |
| Estcourt Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grandes-Bergeronnes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Les Escoumins Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rivière-du-Loup
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de Poste |
Treatment Centers in Rivière-du-Loup
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre De Santé Corps & Ame |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rivière-du-Loup
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Sainte-Anne-des-Ondes | |
| Congrégation des Soeurs de l'Enfant-Jésus de Chauffailles | |
| Église paroisialle de Saint-Patrice | |
| Église paroissialle de Saint-Ludger | |
| Royaume des Témoins-de-Jehovah | |
| St. Bartholomew |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Rivière-du-Loup
What is the population of Rivière-du-Loup?
Rivière-du-Loup has a population of 20,118 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 622 people per square mile, spread across 32.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.
Is Rivière-du-Loup expensive to live in?
The median household income is $62,800, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $224,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $632 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 Rivière-du-Loup safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rivière-du-Loup receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Rivière-du-Loup?
Rivière-du-Loup has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 83.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Rivière-du-Loup?
The unemployment rate in Rivière-du-Loup is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $890. There are 624 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 12.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Rivière-du-Loup?
The median home value in Rivière-du-Loup is $224,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $632. The homeownership rate is 54.1%.
How are the schools in Rivière-du-Loup?
11.3% of adults in Rivière-du-Loup hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Rivière-du-Loup?
The average commute in Rivière-du-Loup is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Rivière-du-Loup?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Rivière-du-Loup is 96.8% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino, 0.6% Asian. 0.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.2% speak Spanish.