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Saint-Bruno, QC

Quebec

Saint-Bruno is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,902. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,902 Population 97/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $48,080 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$572 Median Rent 6.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $572/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,902
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$48,080
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty8.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$572
Ownership73.1%
Housing Units1,225
Rent Burden6.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+18.1%
Graduate+1.4%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Saint-Bruno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Bruno receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Saint-Bruno offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Bruno is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Bruno is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Bruno has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow.

Saint-Bruno has a population of 2,902 with a density of 97 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.3% of residents, while 99% speak Spanish.

Population

2,902
Total Population
2021 Census
97
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
30.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Bruno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.3%
100% below US avg
Spanish 99.0%
639% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Bruno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Bruno is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,080 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $925, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 90 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Bruno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,080
Avg Weekly Wage$925

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Bruno is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below the national average of $1,163). 73.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,225 total housing units in the city. 6.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, 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$572
51% below US avg
Rent Burden6.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.1%
Owner-Occupied73.1%
Renter-Occupied26.9%
Housing Units1,225

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-Bruno receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Bruno 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-Bruno has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 263 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 40.5 inches. The area receives 15.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.4°F
34% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area30.1 sq mi (77.9 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates48.4668°N, 71.6491°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.5"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 15.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.04"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 4, 2024.

Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 141 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 139 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 113 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 120 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 147 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 144 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 142 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 148 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 149 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 145 km
May 1, 1992 6 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.2 146 km
Mar 10, 2010 5 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 144 km
Aug 2, 2014 7 km SSW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.0 146 km
Nov 1, 2012 17 km SSW of La Malbaie, Canada M2.9 146 km
Aug 8, 2006 11 km ENE of La Malbaie, Canada M2.8 150 km
Apr 27, 2013 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M2.7 141 km
Feb 4, 2019 14 km NNE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M2.7 136 km
Apr 10, 2015 5 km NNE of La Malbaie, Canada M2.7 141 km
Feb 8, 2013 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M2.7 141 km
Sep 5, 2015 8 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M2.7 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 2.2 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.5 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.4 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 3.1 in

Saint-Bruno has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 1°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.1").

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12.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+18.1%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area30.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

Schools in Saint-Bruno

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Saint-Bruno — — — —
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Museums in Saint-Bruno

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
L'Odyssée Des Bâtisseurs

Libraries in Saint-Bruno

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Métabetchouan0.0

Gas Stations in Saint-Bruno

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petroles RL
Sonic
Station Sonic

Breweries in Saint-Bruno

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Microbrasserie du Lac

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Bruno

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Bruno

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-Bruno

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alma AirportYTFMedium Airport
Dolbeau-Saint-Felicien AirportYDOMedium Airport
Roberval AirportYRJMedium Airport
Saguenay-Bagotville AirportYBGMedium Airport
Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Bruno

What is the population of Saint-Bruno?

Saint-Bruno has a population of 2,902 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 97 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.1% male.

Is Saint-Bruno expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,000, 4% 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 $572 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Bruno safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Bruno?

Saint-Bruno has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Bruno?

The job market in Saint-Bruno is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $925. There are 90 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 13.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Bruno?

The median home value in Saint-Bruno is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $572. The homeownership rate is 73.1%.

How are the schools in Saint-Bruno?

12.5% of adults in Saint-Bruno hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Bruno?

The average commute in Saint-Bruno is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Bruno?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Bruno is 99.1% White, 0.5% Black or African American. 0.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 99% speak Spanish.

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