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Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean, QC

Quebec

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is a small town in Quebec with a population of 453. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
453 Population 8/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $39,400 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 11.1% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

How Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population453
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$39,400
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty20.0%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$647
Ownership84.4%
Housing Units225
Rent Burden11.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+19.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is $120,000, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x 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

2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow.

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean has a population of 453 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 56.2 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

Population

453
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
56.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.9%
638% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,400. The average weekly wage is $758, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,400
Avg Weekly Wage$758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 84.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 225 total housing units in the city. 11.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden11.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.4%
Owner-Occupied84.4%
Renter-Occupied15.6%
Housing Units225

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-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean 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-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 17.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.4°F
36% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area56.2 sq mi (145.4 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates48.3147°N, 71.9893°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 17.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 19, 2022.

Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 111 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 92 km
Feb 4, 2019 14 km NNE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M2.7 144 km
Jan 19, 2022 11 km SSE of Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, Canada M2.5 21 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 2.4 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
July 62°F (17°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.4 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
October 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 3.6 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 3.4 in

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 2°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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2.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 92% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+19.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area56.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Museums in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moulin
Val Jalbert

Libraries in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Métabetchouan0.0

Breweries in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Microbrasserie du Lac

Ski Resorts Near Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Do-Mi-Ski Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alma AirportYTFMedium Airport
Dolbeau-Saint-Felicien AirportYDOMedium Airport
Roberval AirportYRJMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean

What is the population of Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean?

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean has a population of 453 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 56.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% 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 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean?

Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches, with 17.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean?

The job market in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $758. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean?

The median home value in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is $120,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 84.4%.

How are the schools in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean?

2.6% of adults in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean?

The average commute in Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is 30 minutes. 86.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-André-du-Lac-Saint-Jean is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

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