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Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, QC

Quebec

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is a small city in Quebec with a population of 19,907. Residents earn $109,000 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
19,907 Population 601/sq mi density
$109,000 Median Income $67,900 per capita
$372,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 10.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 228 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$109,000 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$372,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $109,000
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $372,000
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19,907
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,000
Per Capita$67,900
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty3.7%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$372,000
Rent$1,100
Ownership81.5%
Housing Units8,140
Rent Burden10.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain59.5 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+17.7%
Graduate+11.5%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is $109,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 45% above $75,149. This places Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is $372,000, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches, including 93.3 inches of snow.

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures has a population of 19,907 with a density of 601 people per square mile, spread across 33.1 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (97.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.3% of residents, while 95.4% speak Spanish.

Population

19,907
Total Population
2021 Census
601
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
33.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.3%
98% below US avg
Spanish 95.4%
612% above US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is $109,000, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,306. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 617 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 37.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,000
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,900
Avg Weekly Wage$1,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)617

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home37.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is $372,000, 32% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 81.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 8,140 total housing units in the city. 10.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$372,000
32% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden10.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.5%
Owner-Occupied81.5%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units8,140

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-Augustin-de-Desmaures receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures 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-Augustin-de-Desmaures has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 93.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area33.1 sq mi (85.8 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates46.7406°N, 71.4513°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.5"
57% above US avg
Snowfall 93.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

86 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 7 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 91 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 125 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 148 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 134 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 127 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 85 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 114 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 97 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 96 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 117 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 124 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 30 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 68 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 137 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 60 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 108 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 112 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 55 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.3 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 33°F (0°C) 4.1 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 4.0 in

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.8").

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23.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. 85.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.3% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+17.7%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area33.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home37.4%

Schools in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Séminaire Saint-François
École Vision Saint-Augustin
École les Bocages
École des Pionniers
Parc-école du Grand-Voilier (St-Laurent)
Parc-école du Grand-Voilier (Hirondelles)
École de l'Odyssée
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Radio Stations near Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (320K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 320 kbps
FM93 Québec family MP3
Labgate P.YG. Pink Floyd, Yes, Genesis progressive rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Québec City, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première Quebec City, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Choi Radio X 98,1 talk MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Quebec City, QC (MP3) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJMD 96.9 Levis, QC hip hop, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (128K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 128 kbps
CKIA 88.3 "Radio Urbaine" Quebec City, QC radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps
CHOC-FM 88.7 Saint-Raymond de Portneuf, QC classic hits MP3 192 kbps
ckrl radio ckrl MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site
Centre d'interprétation historique de Ste-Foy
Centre national de conservation et d'études des collections
Espace 400e Bell
Expo-Théâtre de la Visitation
Gerard Morisset Pavilion
Grand Hall
Lieu historique national des Forts-et-Châteaux-Saint-Louis
Maison historique Chevalier
Musée de la Civilisation de Québec
Musée de la place Royale
Musée des plaines d'Abraham
Musée des Ursulines
Musée du Fort
Musée Huron-Wendat
Musee National des Beaux-Arts
Musee national des beaux-arts du Quebec
Pavillon Charles-Baillairgé
Pavillon Pierre-Lassonde
Village Huron Site Traditionnel
Visitation Patrimonial Site

Libraries in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anne-Marie Filteau0.0
Archives nationales à Québec0.0
Archives nationales à Québec0.0
Bibiothèque du Vieux-Québec0.0
Bibiothèque du Vieux-Québec0.0
Bibliothèque Alain-Grandbois0.0
Bibliothèque Albert-Rousseau0.0
Bibliothèque Aliette-Marchand0.0
Bibliothèque Aliette-Marchand0.0
Bibliothèque Anne-Hébert0.0
Bibliothèque Auguste-Honoré-Gosselin0.0
Bibliothèque Bon-Pasteur0.0
Bibliothèque Canardière0.0
Bibliothèque Canardière0.0
Bibliothèque Champigny0.0
Bibliothèque Charles-H.-Blais0.0
Bibliothèque Charles-H.-Blais0.0
Bibliothèque Chrystine-Brouillet0.0
Bibliothèque Claire-Martin0.0
Bibliothèque Collège-Des-Jésuites0.0
Bibliothèque Collège-Des-Jésuites0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Assemblée Nationale0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Assemblée Nationale0.0
Bibliothèque de Neufchâtel0.0
Bibliothèque de St-Sauveur0.0
Bibliothèque de St-Sauveur0.0
Bibliothèque du chemin Royal0.0
Bibliothèque du chemin Royal0.0
Bibliothèque du Jardin0.0
Bibliothèque Edith-Poiré0.0
Bibliothèque Étienne-Parent0.0
Bibliothèque Félix-Leclerc0.0
Bibliothèque Gabrielle-Roy0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Baptiste-Duberger0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Baptiste-Duberger0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Gosselin0.0
Bibliothèque Lauréat-Vallière0.0
Bibliothèque Lauréat-Vallière0.0
Bibliothèque Lebourgneuf0.0
Bibliothèque Lebourgneuf0.0
Bibliothèque Marie-Victorin0.0
Bibliothèque Monique-Corriveau0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Paul-Aimé-Paiement0.0
Bibliothèque Père-Jean-Marc-Boulé0.0
Bibliothèque Roger-Lemelin0.0
Bibliothèque Romain-Langlois0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Albert0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-André0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Charles0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Charles0.0
Bibliothèque scientifique0.0
Bibliotheque St-Flavien0.0
L'Étincelle0.0
L'Étincelle0.0
Lac-Beauport Library0.0
MediaLAB Gabrielle-Roy0.0
MediaLAB Gabrielle-Roy0.0
Morrin Centre0.0
Pavillon Jean-Charles-Bonenfant0.0
shannon municipal library0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public de Sainte-Foy
Rue du Trésor
The Artisans of the Quebec Cathedral

Cafes in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Theatres in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

salle Desjardins

Clinics in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Podiatrique Saint-Augustin

Dentists in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre de laser dentaire Carole Gignac
clinque dentaire Paquin Vallée

Veterinaries in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire Lachapelle

Bus Stations in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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CA #2279012526
CA #2651271834
CA #2651271837

Gas Stations in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #200161224
Esso
Irving
Shell
Sonic

Banks in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Nationale
Caisse Populaire Desjardins
TD Canada Trust

Shopping Malls in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour Saint-Augustin

Breweries in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie 46° Nord
Brasseurs sur Demande
La Boite A Malt
La Korrigane
Nano cinco
Nano cinco

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

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Ski Resorts Near Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0
Centre de Ski Le Relais 0.0 $0
A venir 0.0 $0
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 $0
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Saint-Georges AirportMedium Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Paquet AirportSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Québec / Neuville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

Treatment Centers in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

28 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beltrami Audioprothésiste
Cataract MD
Centre d'activités de jour en déficience intellectuelle et en troubles du spectre de l'autisme de Saint-Romuald
Clinique Berger
Clinique chiropratique Richard
Clinique d’urgence mineure Jeffery Hale
Clinique de massothérapie et kinésithérapie Masseo
Clinique Médicale de Sillery
Clinique Médicale Lacroix
Clinique Médicale Pierre-Bertrand
Clinique médicale Saint-Rodrigue
Clinique Saint-Louis
CLSC de la Basse-Ville
CLSC de la Haute-Ville
CLSC de Limoilou
CLSC de Sainte-Foy-Sillery
CLSC des Rivières - Édifice Christ-Roi
CLSC Saint-Romuald
GMF-U Laurier
Groupe de Médecine Familiale SYNASE
Institut Laser Visuel
Kinatex Sports Physio Saint-Roch
La Clinique Santé Esthétique
LASIK MD
Maison Henri-Dutil
Maison PITCA
Passport Health Clinique Santé-Voyage Ville de Québec
Podiatre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Nicolas
Église Saint-Augustin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures

What is the population of Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures?

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures has a population of 19,907 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 601 people per square mile, spread across 33.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures expensive to live in?

The median household income is $109,000, 45% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $372,000 (32% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures?

Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.5 inches, with 93.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,306. There are 617 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 37.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures?

The median home value in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is $372,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. The homeownership rate is 81.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures?

23.8% of adults in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures?

The average commute in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.8% of workers drive alone to work, 2.3% use public transit, and 37.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is 97.6% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Asian. 1.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.4% speak Spanish.

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