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Saint-Claude, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Saint-Claude is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,141. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,141 Population 25/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $49,700 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$436 Median Rent 8.6% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 255 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
$80,000 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $436/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $436
63% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,141
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$49,700
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty10.8%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$436
Ownership90.8%
Housing Units490
Rent Burden8.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+18.8%
Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Saint-Claude a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Claude 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. Saint-Claude offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Claude is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Claude is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $436 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Claude has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow.

Saint-Claude has a population of 1,141 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 45.9 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.2% of residents, while 96.1% speak Spanish.

Population

1,141
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
45.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Claude vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.2%
97% below US avg
Spanish 96.1%
617% above US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Claude vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Claude is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $956, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 35 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 20.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Claude vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,700
Avg Weekly Wage$956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Claude is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $436 (63% below the national average of $1,163). 90.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 490 total housing units in the city. 8.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$436
63% below US avg
Rent Burden8.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.8%
Owner-Occupied90.8%
Renter-Occupied9.2%
Housing Units490

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-Claude receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Claude 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-Claude has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 15.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area45.9 sq mi (118.9 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates45.6589°N, 71.9772°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 15.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 134 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 101 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 130 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 74 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 123 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 98 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 45 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 132 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 122 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 105 km
Jun 1, 2002 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada M3.2 147 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 98 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 122 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 36 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 85 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 133 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 35 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 131 km
Mar 24, 2007 7 km W of Sainte-Catherine, Canada M2.8 90 km
Nov 6, 1997 St. Lawrence Valley region, Quebec, Canada M2.8 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 5.1 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.5 in

Saint-Claude has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 12°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.3").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.8% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+18.8%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area45.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

Schools in Saint-Claude

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame-du-Sourire — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Claude

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie — MP3 128 kbps
CKOY "107.7 FM Estrie" Sherbrooke, QC news, talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Saint-Claude

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Interpretation de l'Ardoise
Miellerie Lune de Miel
Musée Autos Anciennes
Musée d'outils anciens de St-Rémi

Libraries in Saint-Claude

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Stoke0.0
Bibliothèque Irène-Duclos0.0
Bibliothèque publique d'Asbestos0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Claude

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Galerie Quatre Saisons
Marché champêtre de Melbourne

Breweries in Saint-Claude

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Claude

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Owl's Head 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Sentiers d'à Côté 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Orford 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Claude

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Crossroad Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Field—Small Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Mansonville Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
Thetford Mines Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Claude

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Clocher de l'ancienne église

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Claude

What is the population of Saint-Claude?

Saint-Claude has a population of 1,141 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 45.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Saint-Claude expensive to live in?

The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $436 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Claude safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Claude?

Saint-Claude has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 15.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Claude?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Claude is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $956. There are 35 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 20.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Claude?

The median home value in Saint-Claude is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $436. The homeownership rate is 90.8%.

How are the schools in Saint-Claude?

7.7% of adults in Saint-Claude hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.8% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Claude?

The average commute in Saint-Claude is 30 minutes. 92.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Claude?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Claude is 99.6% White. 2.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.1% speak Spanish.

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