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Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska, QC

Quebec

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,255. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,255 Population 52/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $42,480 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$524 Median Rent 7.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $524/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $524
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,255
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$42,480
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty9.9%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$524
Ownership74.1%
Housing Units870
Rent Burden7.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+19.9%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $524 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow.

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska has a population of 2,255 with a density of 52 people per square mile, spread across 43.0 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 2.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.1% of residents, while 96.7% speak Spanish.

Population

2,255
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
43.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish 96.7%
621% above US avg
Other Languages 2.2%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,480. The average weekly wage is $817, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 70 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,480
Avg Weekly Wage$817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $524 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 74.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 870 total housing units in the city. 7.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$524
55% below US avg
Rent Burden7.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.1%
Owner-Occupied74.1%
Renter-Occupied25.9%
Housing Units870

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-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska 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-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.6 inches. The area receives 18.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area43.0 sq mi (111.4 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates47.6770°N, 69.6063°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.6"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 18.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

89 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 12 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 23 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 35 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 36 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 113 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 36 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 28 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 47 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 113 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 62 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 89 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 78 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 66 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 57 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 54 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 15 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 78 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 15 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 128 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.7 in 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 64°F (18°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

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 9°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.7").

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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.9% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+19.9%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area43.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Schools in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Hudon-Ferland
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Radio Stations near Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

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 Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
École de l'Anse
Musée du Bas-Saint-Laurent

Libraries in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Françoise-Bédard0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Françoise-Bédard0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public Lafontaine

Gas Stations in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Sonic

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Grand-Fonds 0.0 $0
Station de ski Mont-Édouard 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Estcourt AirportSmall Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes AirportSmall Airport
Les Escoumins AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre De Santé Corps & Ame

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Alexandre de Kamouraska

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska

What is the population of Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska?

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska has a population of 2,255 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 43.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska expensive to live in?

The median household income is $73,500, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $524 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska?

Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 18.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $817. There are 70 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 13.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska?

The median home value in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $524. The homeownership rate is 74.1%.

How are the schools in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska?

10.1% of adults in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.9% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska?

The average commute in Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Alexandre-de-Kamouraska is 96.7% White, 2.6% Asian. 1.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.7% speak Spanish.

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