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Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,735. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,735 Population 69/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $54,550 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$520 Median Rent 4.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $520/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $520
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,735
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$54,550
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty6.5%
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$400,000
Rent$520
Ownership86.2%
Housing Units760
Rent Burden4.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+20.3%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x 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

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow.

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu has a population of 1,735 with a density of 69 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (99.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.3% of residents, while 94.8% speak Spanish.

Population

1,735
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
25.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.3%
97% below US avg
Spanish 94.8%
608% above US avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,550 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,049, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 54 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 34.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,550
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home34.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $520 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 86.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 760 total housing units in the city. 4.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$520
55% below US avg
Rent Burden4.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.2%
Owner-Occupied86.2%
Renter-Occupied13.2%
Housing Units760

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-sur-Richelieu receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu 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-sur-Richelieu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area25.1 sq mi (64.9 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates45.6900°N, 73.1858°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
5% above US avg
Snowfall 14.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

108 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 137 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 102 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 97 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 90 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 101 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 141 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 149 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 130 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 10 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 87 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 105 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 61 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 90 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 52 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 75 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 46 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 118 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 130 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 110 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FLAT ROCK FIRE 658 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
July 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.4 in

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 12°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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11.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.3% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.2% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.9% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+20.3%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area25.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home34.1%

Schools in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École St-Charles — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

28 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ICI Radio-Canada Première Montréal news, talk AAC 128 kbps
CJAD 800 local news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première - Montréal, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHMP 985 FM talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
BPM sports 91.9 sports MP3 64 kbps
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii japanese, japanese idols MP3 128 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) idol, japanese MP3 128 kbps
Techno.FM techno MP3 320 kbps
CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC catholic, religious MP3 192 kbps
ICI Musique - Montréal — AAC 48 kbps
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) classical MP3 128 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps
Magic FM Montreal — AAC 128 kbps
Radio Sport Montréal — MP3
CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC campus radio, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKAC 730 "Radio Circulation" Montreal traffic information MP3
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (320K MP3) classical MP3 320 kbps
CKUT 90.3 FM alternative, campus radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Classique - Montreal, QC classical AAC 48 kbps
Gravity House deep house, house AAC+ 160 kbps
CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC oldies MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
L'Électrium
Musée des beaux-arts de Mont-Saint-Hilaire
Pôle culturel de Chambly

Libraries in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothéque Archambault-Trépanier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Cardinal0.0
Bibliothèque de la Faculté de médecine vétérinaire0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Ours0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Julie0.0
Bibliothèque Georges-Brossard0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Beloeil0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Chambly0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Saint-Jean-Baptiste0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de St-Sulpice0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Simonne-Monet-Chartrand0.0
Bibliothèque municipale-scolaire Dansereau-Larose0.0
Bibliothèque Raymond-Lévesque0.0
Bibliothèque Raymond-Lévesque0.0
Bibliothèque Roland-Leblanc0.0
Bibliothèque Ryane-Provost0.0
Bibliothèque Sylvie-Thouin0.0
Bibliothèque T-A-St-Germain0.0
Espace des Bâtisseurs0.0
Maison de la Culture0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Le Marché public de Saint-Hyacinthe
Marché Omni - Entreprise M. Brazeau inc.
Marché public de Longueuil

Banks in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse Desjardins de Beloeil-Mont-Saint-Hilaire

Breweries in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Molson
Brasseurs du monde
Brasseurs du Monde
Brasseurs du moulin
Broue Shop Brasserie Artisanale
Cidrerie Petit et Fils
Labatt
Resto Bar Brasserie L'Authentique Toi et Moi

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bois Duvernay 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 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-sur-Richelieu

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Bouthillier Airport—Small Airport
Farnham Airport—Small Airport
Franklin County State Airport—Small Airport
Grant Airport—Small Airport
Greenwoods Airfield—Small Airport
Joliette Airport—Small Airport
L'Assomption Airport—Small Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport—Small Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot—Small Airport
Richelieu Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu/Messier Airport—Small Airport
Rougemont Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle Airport—Small Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)—Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome—Small Airport
Sorel Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
St-Esprit Aerodrome—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathias Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport—Small Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport—Small Airport
ULM Québec Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste St-Charles-sur-Richelieu

Treatment Centers in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Fertilys
Gestion ParaMédical
Groupe Médical PAI
Lacroix Médecine privée

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu

What is the population of Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu?

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu has a population of 1,735 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu?

Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu?

The job market in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,049. There are 54 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 34.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu?

The median home value in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $520. The homeownership rate is 86.2%.

How are the schools in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu?

11.0% of adults in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.3% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu?

The average commute in Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.2% of workers drive alone to work, 2.9% use public transit, and 34.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu is 99.4% White. 2.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.8% speak Spanish.

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