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Saint-Alban, QC

Quebec

Saint-Alban is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,196. Residents earn $61,600 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,196 Population 21/sq mi density
$61,600 Median Income $38,300 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 8.8% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$61,600 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,600
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

How Saint-Alban Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,196
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,600
Per Capita$38,300
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty15.2%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$500
Ownership84.5%
Housing Units580
Rent Burden8.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+21.0%
Graduate+1.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Saint-Alban a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Alban 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. Saint-Alban offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Alban is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Alban is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Alban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow.

Saint-Alban has a population of 1,196 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 57.3 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.4% of residents, while 99.2% speak Spanish.

Population

1,196
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
57.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Alban vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.4%
99% below US avg
Spanish 99.2%
640% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Alban vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Alban is $61,600, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,300. The average weekly wage is $737, 49% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 37 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 14.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Alban vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,300
Avg Weekly Wage$737

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Alban is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163). 84.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 580 total housing units in the city. 8.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden8.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.5%
Owner-Occupied84.5%
Renter-Occupied16.4%
Housing Units580

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, Saint-Alban receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Alban 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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Saint-Alban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area57.3 sq mi (148.5 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates46.7182°N, 72.0789°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 15.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 52 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 102 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 116 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 141 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 126 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 137 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 129 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 91 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 138 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 43 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 108 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 113 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 84 km
Dec 11, 2013 9 km W of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.4 139 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 79 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 102 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 117 km
Aug 29, 2019 15 km NW of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.3 141 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 85 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
November 32°F (0°C) 3.9 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.6 in

Saint-Alban has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 7°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (2.5").

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9.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school. 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+21.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area57.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.7%

Schools in Saint-Alban

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sainte-Marie-et-du-Goéland
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Radio Stations near Saint-Alban

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Labgate P.YG. Pink Floyd, Yes, Genesis progressive rock MP3 128 kbps
CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC news, talk MP3
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CHOC 88.7 classic hits, folk MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Club Bandstand big band, jazz MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Rythme 100,1 Mauricie adult pop MP3 160 kbps
CHOC-FM 88.7 Saint-Raymond de Portneuf, QC classic hits MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Saint-Alban

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Le Musée du vélo
Maison de Pointe-Platon

Libraries in Saint-Alban

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Portneuf0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Charles-Magnan0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Alban

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Public Deschambault

Golf Courses in Saint-Alban

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf Des Pins

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Alban

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Alban

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
La Tuque AirportYLQSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue AirportSmall Airport
Paquet AirportSmall Airport
Québec / Neuville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) AirportSmall Airport
St-Louis-de-France AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Alban

What is the population of Saint-Alban?

Saint-Alban has a population of 1,196 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 57.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 51.5% male.

Is Saint-Alban expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Alban safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Alban?

Saint-Alban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 15.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Alban?

The job market in Saint-Alban faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $737. There are 37 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 14.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Alban?

The median home value in Saint-Alban is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $500. The homeownership rate is 84.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-Alban?

9.0% of adults in Saint-Alban hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school. 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Alban?

The average commute in Saint-Alban is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Alban?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Alban is 98.3% White, 0.8% Black or African American. 0.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 99.2% speak Spanish.

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