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Saint-Charles-Garnier, QC

Quebec

Saint-Charles-Garnier is a small town in Quebec with a population of 222. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
222 Population 7/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$647
Ownership89.5%
Housing Units95
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+18.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute44 min

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

Based on current data, Saint-Charles-Garnier receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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, long commute times. Saint-Charles-Garnier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Charles-Garnier is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Charles-Garnier is $75,000, 73% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Charles-Garnier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow.

Saint-Charles-Garnier has a population of 222 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 32.7 square miles. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.2% female and 56.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 97.7% speak Spanish.

Population

222
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
32.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Charles-Garnier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 97.7%
629% above US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Charles-Garnier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Charles-Garnier is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Charles-Garnier is $75,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 89.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 95 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.5%
Owner-Occupied89.5%
Renter-Occupied10.5%
Housing Units95

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-Garnier receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Charles-Garnier 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-Garnier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. 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 40.4 inches. The area receives 17.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,043 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Area32.7 sq mi (84.8 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates48.3418°N, 68.0459°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 17.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 141 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 73 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 140 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 119 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 69 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 149 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 119 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 80 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 93 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 72 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 75 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 81 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 148 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 82 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 71 km
Nov 30, 2013 61 km S of Campbellton, Canada M2.7 149 km
Jan 7, 2012 8 km WNW of Rivière-du-Loup, Canada M2.6 132 km
Sep 20, 2016 5 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M2.6 146 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 54 km
Feb 11, 2016 40 km NNE of Edmundston, Canada M2.5 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 2.7 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.2 in

Saint-Charles-Garnier has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 7°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+18.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area32.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Saint-Charles-Garnier

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Saint-Charles-Garnier

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Jean-Louis-Desrosiers0.0

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Charles-Garnier

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Charles-Garnier

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Downs Gulch Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Charles-Garnier

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église catholique Saint-Charles-Garnier

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Charles-Garnier

What is the population of Saint-Charles-Garnier?

Saint-Charles-Garnier has a population of 222 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 32.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.2% female and 56.8% male.

Is Saint-Charles-Garnier expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Charles-Garnier safe?

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

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

Saint-Charles-Garnier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow.

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

The unemployment rate in Saint-Charles-Garnier is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 44 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

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

The median home value in Saint-Charles-Garnier is $75,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 89.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-Charles-Garnier?

0.0% of adults in Saint-Charles-Garnier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Charles-Garnier?

The average commute in Saint-Charles-Garnier is 44 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Charles-Garnier?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Charles-Garnier is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.7% speak Spanish.

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