Rouyn-Noranda, QC

Quebec

Rouyn-Noranda is a mid-size city in Quebec with a population of 42,313. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
42,313 Population 18/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $52,100 per capita
$276,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 10.9% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $700/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $276,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

How Rouyn-Noranda Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population42,313
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$52,100
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty10.5%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$276,000
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units19,285
Rent Burden10.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQIN/A
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation991 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+20.0%
Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Rouyn-Noranda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rouyn-Noranda receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Rouyn-Noranda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rouyn-Noranda is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rouyn-Noranda is $276,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rouyn-Noranda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 82.2 inches of snow.

Rouyn-Noranda has a population of 42,313 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

42,313
Total Population
2021 Census
18
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2,302.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rouyn-Noranda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only1.8%
98% below US avg
Spanish95.4%
612% above US avg
Other Languages2.9%

Social Characteristics

Rouyn-Noranda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rouyn-Noranda is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rouyn-Noranda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rouyn-Noranda is $276,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden10.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.1%
Renter-Occupied36.9%
Housing Units19,285

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Rouyn-Noranda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Rouyn-Noranda vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Rouyn-Noranda has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall82.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area2,302.6 sq mi (5,963.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates48.2366°N, 79.0231°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+20.0%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area2,302.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home13.1%

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