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Saint-Charles-de-Bourget, QC

Quebec · Saguenay Metro

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is a small town in Quebec with a population of 784. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
784 Population 33/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $44,600 per capita
$184,000 Home Value
$456 Median Rent 12.1% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,000 home value, $456/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,000
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $456
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population784
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$44,600
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty11.4%
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,000
Rent$456
Ownership85.5%
Housing Units345
Rent Burden12.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+18.1%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute35 min

Is Saint-Charles-de-Bourget a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Charles-de-Bourget receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Charles-de-Bourget offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is $184,000, 35% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $456 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

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 0°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 40.3 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow.

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget has a population of 784 with a density of 33 people per square mile, spread across 24.0 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 99.4% speak Spanish.

Population

784
Total Population
2021 Census
33
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
24.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 99.4%
641% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $858, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 24 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 25.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Charles-de-Bourget vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,600
Avg Weekly Wage$858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is $184,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $456 (61% below the national average of $1,163). 85.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 345 total housing units in the city. 12.1% 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$184,000
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$456
61% below US avg
Rent Burden12.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.5%
Owner-Occupied85.5%
Renter-Occupied14.5%
Housing Units345

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-de-Bourget receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Charles-de-Bourget 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-de-Bourget has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°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 40.3 inches. The area receives 15.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.1°F
35% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area24.0 sq mi (62.1 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates48.5668°N, 71.3658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.3"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 15.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.08"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 147 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 129 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 131 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 118 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 141 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 137 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 135 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 135 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 144 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 131 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 140 km
May 1, 1992 6 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.2 144 km
Sep 13, 2015 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.1 147 km
May 5, 2010 9 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 145 km
Mar 10, 2010 5 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 136 km
Aug 2, 2014 7 km SSW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.0 140 km
Nov 1, 2012 17 km SSW of La Malbaie, Canada M2.9 141 km
Apr 21, 2015 16 km NW of La Pocatière, Canada M2.9 150 km
Aug 8, 2006 11 km ENE of La Malbaie, Canada M2.8 140 km
Oct 17, 2017 11 km SSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M2.7 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 2.2 in
March 18°F (-8°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
September 53°F (11°C) 4.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 3.0 in

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 0°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and March the driest (2.1").

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11.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
67% below US avg
High School+18.1%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area24.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Radio Stations near Saint-Charles-de-Bourget

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFIX-FM "Rouge FM 96.9" Saguenay, QC adult contemporary, bell media AAC+ 40 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean) Saguenay, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CFIX "Rouge 96.9" Saguenay, QC adult contemporary, bell media AAC+ 40 kbps
CJAB-FM "Energie Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean 94.5" Saguenay, QC bell media, geoblocking? AAC+ 40 kbps
CKGS "Hit Country 105.5 Beauce" Saguenay, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean) Saguenay, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps

Libraries in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque publique de Jonquière0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Les Halles de la Rivière

Cafes in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sonic

Airports Near Saint-Charles-de-Bourget

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alma AirportYTFMedium Airport
Saguenay-Bagotville AirportYBGMedium Airport
Chicoutimi/Saint-Honoré Aerodrome—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Charles-de-Bourget

What is the population of Saint-Charles-de-Bourget?

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget has a population of 784 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 24.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Saint-Charles-de-Bourget expensive to live in?

The median household income is $72,000, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $184,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $456 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-Charles-de-Bourget safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget?

Saint-Charles-de-Bourget has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 0°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 40.3 inches, with 15.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget?

The job market in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $858. There are 24 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 25.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget?

The median home value in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is $184,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $456. The homeownership rate is 85.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget?

11.3% of adults in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget?

The average commute in Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Charles-de-Bourget?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Charles-de-Bourget is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 99.4% speak Spanish.

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