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Saint-Elphège, QC

Quebec

Saint-Elphège is a small town in Quebec with a population of 251. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
251 Population 16/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.4% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.0%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$647
Ownership85.0%
Housing Units100
Rent Burden27.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Saint-Elphège a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Elphège receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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-Elphège offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Elphège is $70,000, 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%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Elphège is $160,000, 43% 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 2.3x 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

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Elphège has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow.

Saint-Elphège has a population of 251 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 15.7 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46% female and 54% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2% of residents, while 96% speak Spanish.

Population

251
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
15.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Elphège vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.0%
97% below US avg
Spanish 96.0%
616% above US avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Elphège vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Elphège is $70,000, which is 7% 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). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 76.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Elphège vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home76.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Elphège is $160,000, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 85.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 100 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.0%
Owner-Occupied85.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units100

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-Elphège receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Elphège 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-Elphège has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°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 39.6 inches. The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area15.7 sq mi (40.5 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates46.0561°N, 72.7027°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.6"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

64 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 129 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 134 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 145 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 127 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 133 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 55 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 141 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 4 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 58 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 147 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 130 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 115 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 145 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 147 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 143 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 97 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 30 km
Feb 28, 2010 5 km NNW of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.4 141 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 62 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.0 in

Saint-Elphège has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 10°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").

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4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+29.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area15.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home76.9%

Radio Stations near Saint-Elphège

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC news, talk MP3
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CHOC 88.7 classic hits, folk MP3 192 kbps
Viva 105,3 Drummondville drummondville, francophone MP3 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Rythme 100,1 Mauricie adult pop MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Saint-Elphège

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moulin seigneurial de Pointe-du-Lac
Musée des Abénakis
Musée des cultures du monde
Musée national de la photographie

Libraries in Saint-Elphège

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIO Notre-Dame-De-Pierreville0.0
Bibliothèque Anne-Marie-Doyon0.0
Bibliothèque de Baie-du-Febvre0.0
Bibliothèque de Massueville0.0
Bibliothèque de Yamaska0.0
Bibliothèque Simone-L.-Roy0.0
Centre communautaire Saint-Charles - Pavillon Jean-Coutu0.0
Édifice Francine Ruest-Jutras0.0
Louiseville Bibliotheque0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Elphège

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Public de Drummodnville
Une Faim de Loup

Breweries in Saint-Elphège

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Dépareillée
Microbrasserie Le BockAle

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Elphège

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Elphège

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Elphège

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Bouthillier Airport—Small Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Grant Airport—Small Airport
Lac à la Perchaude Airport—Small Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu/Messier Airport—Small Airport
Rougemont Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Sorel Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathias Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport—Small Airport
ULM Québec Aerodrome—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Elphège

What is the population of Saint-Elphège?

Saint-Elphège has a population of 251 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 15.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46% female and 54% male.

Is Saint-Elphège expensive to live in?

The median household income is $70,000, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,000 (43% 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 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Elphège safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Elphège?

Saint-Elphège has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Elphège?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Elphège 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 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 76.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Elphège?

The median home value in Saint-Elphège is $160,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 85.0%.

How are the schools in Saint-Elphège?

4.6% of adults in Saint-Elphège hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Elphège?

The average commute in Saint-Elphège is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 76.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Elphège?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Elphège is 100% White. 2% of residents speak only English at home, while 96% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

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