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Saint-Donat, QC

Quebec

Saint-Donat is a small town in Quebec with a population of 4,561. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,561 Population 34/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $53,200 per capita
$320,000 Home Value
$720 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 12.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$320,000 home value, $720/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $320,000
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.4%
244% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,561
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density34/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$53,200
Unemployment12.4%
Poverty14.1%
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$320,000
Rent$720
Ownership74.9%
Housing Units2,430
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+24.4%
Graduate+3.2%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Saint-Donat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Donat receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Donat has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Donat is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.4%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Donat is $320,000, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x 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

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Donat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow.

Saint-Donat has a population of 4,561 with a density of 34 people per square mile, spread across 135.2 square miles. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.7% of residents, while 94.4% speak Spanish.

Population

4,561
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
135.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Donat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.7%
97% below US avg
Spanish 94.4%
605% above US avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Donat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Donat is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,023, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 141 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 21.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Donat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.4%
244% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)141

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Donat is $320,000, 14% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below the national average of $1,163). 74.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,430 total housing units in the city. 16.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,000
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.9%
Owner-Occupied74.9%
Renter-Occupied25.1%
Housing Units2,430

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-Donat receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Donat 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-Donat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,286 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Area135.2 sq mi (350.2 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates46.3168°N, 74.2159°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 20.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

160 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 M5.4 108 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 107 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 40 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 92 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 109 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 53 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 41 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 102 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 79 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 60 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 108 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 96 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 75 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 118 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 82 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 112 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 43 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 41 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 138 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 133 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 33 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 4.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.1 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 4.2 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.9 in

Saint-Donat has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 6°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.0").

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10.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+24.4%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density34/sq mi
Total Area135.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Libraries in Saint-Donat

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIO0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque publique de Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci0.0

Hotels in Saint-Donat

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge St-Donat
Le Grand R

Cafes in Saint-Donat

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Saint-Donat

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harnois
Petro-Canada
Shell

Banks in Saint-Donat

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Golf Courses in Saint-Donat

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf St-Donat

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Donat

20 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vallée Bleue 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
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Belle Neige 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
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Donat

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Michel-des-Saints AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Donat

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle du Lac-Croche

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Donat

What is the population of Saint-Donat?

Saint-Donat has a population of 4,561 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 135.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Saint-Donat expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $320,000 (14% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Donat safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Donat?

Saint-Donat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches, with 20.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Donat?

The job market in Saint-Donat faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,023. There are 141 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 21.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Donat?

The median home value in Saint-Donat is $320,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $720. The homeownership rate is 74.9%.

How are the schools in Saint-Donat?

10.8% of adults in Saint-Donat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Donat?

The average commute in Saint-Donat is 27 minutes. 85.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Donat?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Donat is 99.2% White. 2.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.4% speak Spanish.

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