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Saint-Colomban, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Saint-Colomban is a small city in Quebec with a population of 17,740. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
17,740 Population 496/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $52,300 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 10.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,740
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density496/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$52,300
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty6.2%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$800
Ownership87.0%
Housing Units6,635
Rent Burden10.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation502 ft (153 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+21.2%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Saint-Colomban a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Colomban receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Colomban offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Colomban is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 33% above $75,149. This places Saint-Colomban among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Colomban is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Colomban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow.

Saint-Colomban has a population of 17,740 with a density of 496 people per square mile, spread across 35.8 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 52% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.5% of residents, while 93.3% speak Spanish.

Population

17,740
Total Population
496
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
35.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Colomban vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.5%
97% below US avg
Spanish 93.3%
596% above US avg
Other Languages 4.2%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Colomban vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Colomban is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,300 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,006, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 550 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 20.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Colomban vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,300
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)550

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Colomban is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 87.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,635 total housing units in the city. 10.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden10.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.0%
Owner-Occupied87.0%
Renter-Occupied13.0%
Housing Units6,635

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-Colomban receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Colomban 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-Colomban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 15.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Area35.8 sq mi (92.7 km²)
Population Density496/sq mi
Coordinates45.7334°N, 74.1325°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 15.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

185 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 105 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 140 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 139 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 37 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 33 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 142 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 35 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 20 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 69 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 57 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 82 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 84 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 67 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 105 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 53 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 34 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 87 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 52 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 59 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 19°F (-8°C) 3.4 in

Saint-Colomban has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 11°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.6").

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9.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+21.2%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density496/sq mi
Total Area35.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home20.0%

Schools in Saint-Colomban

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École à l'Orée-des-Bois
École des Hautbois
École du Triolet
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Radio Stations near Saint-Colomban

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFQR 600 canada, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
CFQR 600 Montreal, QC classic hits, news talk MP3 160 kbps
CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Colomban

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ecology Centre
Manoir de Belle-Rivière
Musée d'art contemporain des Laurentides
Musée du Ski
Musée Régional D'Argenteuil
Musée Zénon-Alary

Libraries in Saint-Colomban

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibiliothèque de Sainte-Sophie0.0
Bibliotèque municipale de Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac0.0
Bibliothèque de Deux-Montagnes0.0
Bibliothèque de Mirabel0.0
Bibliothèque de Mirabel secteur Saint-Augustin0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Hippolyte0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs0.0
Bibliothèque Guy-Bélisle0.0
Bibliothèque Marie-Antoinette-Foucher0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Lachute0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Canut0.0
Charles-E.-Garneau0.0
Future Bibliothèque0.0
Morin Heights Public Library0.0
St-Sauveur Biblotheque0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Colomban

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public de Saint-Jérôme
Marmite du Terroir
Vogel

Dentists in Saint-Colomban

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #4464082979

Gas Stations in Saint-Colomban

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PB
Ultramar

Banks in Saint-Colomban

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Golf Courses in Saint-Colomban

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de golf Bonniebrook
Club de Golf Capri
Golf Capri

Breweries in Saint-Colomban

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Sir John
Brasserie Wilsy
Camp de Base
Microbrasserie Le Castor

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Colomban

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Colomban

23 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Garceau 0.0 $0
Piste de Glisse 0.0 $0
Ski La Réserve 0.0 $0
Station touristique Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Zone Telemark Montagne Noir 0.0 $0
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 $0
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Avalanche 0.0 $0
Ski Chantecler 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Colomban

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza AirstripSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lancaster AirparkSmall Airport
Long Sault AirstripSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Maxville AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville AirportSmall Airport
Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee AirportSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Colomban

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Saint-Colomban

Treatment Centers in Saint-Colomban

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre de Réadaptation en Déficience Physique
Services Ambulatoires en Dépendance

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Colomban

What is the population of Saint-Colomban?

Saint-Colomban has a population of 17,740 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 496 people per square mile, spread across 35.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 48% female and 52% male.

Is Saint-Colomban expensive to live in?

The median household income is $100,000, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Colomban safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Colomban?

Saint-Colomban has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Colomban?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Colomban is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,006. There are 550 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 20.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Colomban?

The median home value in Saint-Colomban is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 87.0%.

How are the schools in Saint-Colomban?

9.9% of adults in Saint-Colomban hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Colomban?

The average commute in Saint-Colomban is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Colomban?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Colomban is 97.9% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Asian. 2.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.3% speak Spanish.

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