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Saint-Arsène, QC

Quebec

Saint-Arsène is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,245. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,245 Population 46/sq mi density
$81,000 Median Income $42,600 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$552 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$81,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $552/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,000
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $552
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,245
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,000
Per Capita$42,600
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty10.0%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$552
Ownership75.5%
Housing Units470
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+17.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Saint-Arsène a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Arsène receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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-Arsène offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Arsène is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Arsène is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x 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

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Arsène 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 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 14.6 inches of snow.

Saint-Arsène has a population of 1,245 with a density of 46 people per square mile, spread across 27.3 square miles. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.4% of residents, while 99.2% speak Spanish.

Population

1,245
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
27.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Arsène 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-Arsène vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Arsène is $81,000, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,600. The average weekly wage is $819, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 39 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Arsène vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,000
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,600
Avg Weekly Wage$819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)39

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Arsène is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $552 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 470 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, 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$552
53% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.5%
Owner-Occupied75.5%
Renter-Occupied24.5%
Housing Units470

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-Arsène receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Arsène 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-Arsène 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 267 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 38.1 inches. The area receives 14.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 266 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 Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area27.3 sq mi (70.8 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates47.9140°N, 69.4357°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 14.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.78"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 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 29 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 45 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 48 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 47 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 132 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 42 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 54 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 68 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 129 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 42 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 87 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 115 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 103 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 104 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 39 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 84 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 77 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 36 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 115 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 136 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) 2.6 in
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.0 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.1 in

Saint-Arsène has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 9°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.6").

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10.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+17.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area27.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Schools in Saint-Arsène

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Desbiens — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Arsène

2 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
CHME-FM 94.9 Les Escoumins, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Arsène

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancien palais du justice de L'Isle-Verte
École de l'Anse
Maison Louis-Bertrand
Musée du Bas-Saint-Laurent
Musée St-Laurent

Libraries in Saint-Arsène

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Françoise-Bédard0.0
Bibliothèque municipale et CACI0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Françoise-Bédard0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Arsène

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public Lafontaine

Cafes in Saint-Arsène

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alibaba
Brioches et Babioles

Gas Stations in Saint-Arsène

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Banks in Saint-Arsène

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Arsène

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Grand-Fonds 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Arsène

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Estcourt Airport—Small Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes Airport—Small Airport
Les Escoumins Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Saint-Arsène

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre De Santé Corps & Ame

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Arsène

What is the population of Saint-Arsène?

Saint-Arsène has a population of 1,245 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 27.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Saint-Arsène expensive to live in?

The median household income is $81,000, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Arsène safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Arsène?

Saint-Arsène 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 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches, with 14.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Arsène?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Arsène is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $819. There are 39 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 21.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Arsène?

The median home value in Saint-Arsène is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $552. The homeownership rate is 75.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-Arsène?

10.2% of adults in Saint-Arsène hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Arsène?

The average commute in Saint-Arsène is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Arsène?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Arsène is 99.6% White. 0.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 99.2% speak Spanish.

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