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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.

2.9 /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
2.9 / 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
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units6,850
Rent Burden22.8%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

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

Based on current data, Saint-Charles-Borromée receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saint-Charles-Borromée has a population of 15,285 with a density of 2,142 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

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 Only1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish95.9%
616% above US avg
Other Languages3%

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. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

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

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg

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 average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Saint-Charles-Borromée, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Saint-Charles-Borromée 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-Charles-Borromée has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. The area enjoys 235 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.2 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall77.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

Nearby Cities

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