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Saint-Athanase, QC

Quebec

Saint-Athanase is a small town in Quebec with a population of 303. Residents earn $53,600 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
303 Population 3/sq mi density
$53,600 Median Income $37,200 per capita
$98,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$53,600 median income, 13.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,000 home value, $647/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,600
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population303
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,600
Per Capita$37,200
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty16.0%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,000
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units145
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,732 ft (528 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+11.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Saint-Athanase a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Athanase receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Saint-Athanase has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Athanase is $53,600, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% 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-Athanase is $98,000, 65% 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 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 11.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Athanase has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saint-Athanase has a population of 303 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 113.0 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45% female and 55% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

303
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
113.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Athanase vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Athanase vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Athanase is $53,600, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,200. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 18.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Athanase vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,600
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Athanase is $98,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 145 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 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.7%
Renter-Occupied10.3%
Housing Units145

Property Tax

In Saint-Athanase, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Saint-Athanase vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Saint-Athanase has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 20.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,732 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,732 ft (528 m)
Area113.0 sq mi (292.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates47.4387°N, 69.4156°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 3.3 in
April 33°F (0°C) 3.3 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 40°F (4°C) 4.0 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 4.0 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 3.6 in

Saint-Athanase has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F — from 6°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.8").

5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 11.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+11.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area113.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Athanase

What is the population of Saint-Athanase?

Saint-Athanase has a population of 303 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 113.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45% female and 55% male.

Is Saint-Athanase expensive to live in?

Saint-Athanase is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $53,600, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $98,000 (65% 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 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saint-Athanase?

Saint-Athanase has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Saint-Athanase?

The job market in Saint-Athanase faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 18.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Athanase?

The median home value in Saint-Athanase is $98,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647.

How are the schools in Saint-Athanase?

5.8% of adults in Saint-Athanase hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 11.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Saint-Athanase?

The obesity rate in Saint-Athanase is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Saint-Athanase?

The average commute in Saint-Athanase is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Athanase?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Athanase is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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