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Saint-Anselme, NB

New Brunswick · Moncton Metro

Saint-Anselme is a small city in New Brunswick with a population of 6,740. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,740 Population 22/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 217 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,740
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units2,696
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Saint-Anselme a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Anselme receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Saint-Anselme offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Anselme is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Anselme is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Anselme has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches, including 79.9 inches of snow.

Saint-Anselme has a population of 6,740 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 302.0 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

6,740
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
302.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Anselme vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Anselme vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Anselme is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 209 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Anselme vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)209

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Anselme is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,696 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units2,696

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-Anselme receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Anselme 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-Anselme has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 79.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area302.0 sq mi (782.1 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates46.0640°N, 64.7126°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.6"
49% above US avg
Snowfall 79.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.41"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 136 km
Aug 27, 2015 27 km N of Noonan, Canada M3.6 146 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 144 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 131 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 143 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 116 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 119 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 110 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 129 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 125 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 143 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 86 km
Jan 3, 2017 20 km E of Oromocto, Canada M2.7 119 km
Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 93 km
Feb 2, 2018 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 88 km
Apr 22, 2016 69 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 111 km
Nov 28, 2013 60 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 94 km
Feb 1, 2018 54 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 87 km
Apr 24, 2015 67 km NW of Salisbury, Canada M2.5 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 133 km
2009 Bill Category 1 254 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 278 km
2003 Juan Category 2 71 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 300 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 223 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.3 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.4 in Wettest

Saint-Anselme has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 19°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and August the driest (3.4").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area302.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Saint-Anselme

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJMO-FM 103.1 "Q103" - Moncton, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 132 kbps
103.9 MAX FM - Moncton's Greatest Hits classic rock, easy listening MP3 64 kbps
CFBO "Plus 90.7" Dieppe, NB hot adult contemporary, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Moncton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CHMA 106.9 FM Sackville, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 192 kbps
CHMA-FM 106.9 Mount Allison University - Sackville, NB campus radio, student radio MP3 192 kbps
CKNI 91.9 "The Bend" Moncton, NB adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Nouveau-Brinswick news, talk AAC 48 kbps
CJXL "New Country 96.9" Moncton, NB country, rebranding AAC 145 kbps
ICI Première Nouveau-Brunswick information, local news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJSE 89.5 "Country 89" Shediac, NB francophone country, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Anselme

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albert County Museum
Homarus Eco-Centre
Keillor House
Monument Lefebvre National Historic Site
Musée de Memramcook
New Brunswick Railway Museum
New Brunswick Railway Museum
Resurgo Place (Moncton Museum)
Shediac Railway Station
Tankville School Museum
William Henry Steeves House Museum

Libraries in Saint-Anselme

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dieppe Public Library0.0
Dorchester Memorial Public Library0.0
Hillsborough Public Library0.0
Memramcook Public Library0.0
Moncton Public Library0.0
Riverview Public Library0.0
Shediac Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Anselme

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dieppe Market
Marché Moncton Market
Shediac Park Market
Shediac Park Market

Gas Stations in Saint-Anselme

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Ultramar

Breweries in Saint-Anselme

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brew Chez Nous
Tide & Boar Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Anselme

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Anselme

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Saint-Anselme

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International AirportYQMMedium Airport
Bouctouche Airport-Small Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Moncton / McEwen Airport-Small Airport
Shediac Bridge Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Anselme

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église St-Anselme
Lower Coverdale Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Anselme

What is the population of Saint-Anselme?

Saint-Anselme has a population of 6,740 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 302.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Saint-Anselme expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Anselme safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Anselme?

Saint-Anselme has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches, with 79.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Anselme?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Anselme is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 209 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Anselme?

The median home value in Saint-Anselme is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-Anselme?

32.9% of adults in Saint-Anselme hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Anselme?

The average commute in Saint-Anselme is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Anselme?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Anselme is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

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