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Saint-Charles-Borromée, QC

Quebec

Saint-Charles-Borromée is a small city in Quebec with a population of 15,285. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,285 Population 2,142/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $45,880 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 22.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 235 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 7.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $830/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15,285
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density2,142/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$45,880
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty12.8%
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$830
Ownership46.9%
Housing Units6,850
Rent Burden22.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+24.0%
Graduate+3.8%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Saint-Charles-Borromée a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Charles-Borromée receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Charles-Borromée has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Charles-Borromée is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.8% 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-Charles-Borromée is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x 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

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Charles-Borromée has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches, including 77.0 inches of snow.

Saint-Charles-Borromée has a population of 15,285 with a density of 2,142 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55% female and 45% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.1% of residents, while 95.9% speak Spanish.

Population

15,285
Total Population
2021 Census
2,142
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Charles-Borromée vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish 95.9%
616% above US avg
Other Languages 3.0%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Charles-Borromée vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Charles-Borromée is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,880 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $882, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 474 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Charles-Borromée vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,880
Avg Weekly Wage$882

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)474

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Charles-Borromée is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 46.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,850 total housing units in the city. 22.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership46.9%
Owner-Occupied46.9%
Renter-Occupied53.2%
Housing Units6,850

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-Charles-Borromée receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Charles-Borromée 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-Charles-Borromée has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 77.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density2,142/sq mi
Coordinates46.0501°N, 73.4659°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.2"
43% above US avg
Snowfall 77.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

120 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 75 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 95 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 70 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 74 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 130 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 117 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 113 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 142 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 36 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 102 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 136 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 96 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 146 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 1 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 97 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 97 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 111 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 98 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 55 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 71°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.0 in

Saint-Charles-Borromée has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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10.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+24.0%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2,142/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home10.9%

Schools in Saint-Charles-Borromée

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École du Préambule
École Lorenzo-Gauthier
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Radio Stations near Saint-Charles-Borromée

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Saint-Charles-Borromée

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banque canadienne national
Maison Louis-Cyr
Musée d'art de Joliette

Libraries in Saint-Charles-Borromée

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Adélard-Lambert0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Paul0.0
Bibliothèque du Docteur-Jacques-Olivier0.0
Bibliothèque Gisèle Paré0.0
Bibliotheque Jacqueline-Plante0.0
Bibliothèque Louis-Landry0.0
Bibliothèque Louis-Landry0.0
Bibliothèque Louise-Amélie-Panet0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Crabtree0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de St-Sulpice0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale St-Félix De Valois0.0
Bibliothèque Rina-Lasnier0.0
Bibliothèque Sylvie-Thouin0.0
Bibliothèque Ubaldine-Dauphin0.0
Maison de la Culture0.0

Cafes in Saint-Charles-Borromée

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Saint-Charles-Borromée

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Couche-Tard
Couche-Tard
Esso
Harnois
Ultramar

Banks in Saint-Charles-Borromée

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Guichet automatyique Desjardins
National Bank

Breweries in Saint-Charles-Borromée

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Albion
Brasserie Artisanale Maltström
L'Apothicaire Microbrasserie

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Charles-Borromée

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Charles-Borromée

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0
Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Station touristique Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Charles-Borromée

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac à la Perchaude AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Louiseville AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Rougemont AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Michel-des-Saints AerodromeSmall Airport
Sorel AirportSmall Airport
St-Dominique AirportSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Charles-Borromée

What is the population of Saint-Charles-Borromée?

Saint-Charles-Borromée has a population of 15,285 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 2,142 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55% female and 45% male.

Is Saint-Charles-Borromée expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Charles-Borromée safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Charles-Borromée?

Saint-Charles-Borromée has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.2 inches, with 77.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Charles-Borromée?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Charles-Borromée is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $882. There are 474 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 10.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Charles-Borromée?

The median home value in Saint-Charles-Borromée is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830. The homeownership rate is 46.9%.

How are the schools in Saint-Charles-Borromée?

10.3% of adults in Saint-Charles-Borromée hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Charles-Borromée?

The average commute in Saint-Charles-Borromée is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Charles-Borromée?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Charles-Borromée is 97.3% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 1.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.9% speak Spanish.

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