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Saint-Esprit, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Saint-Esprit is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,011. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,011 Population 96/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $41,680 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$780 Median Rent 11.8% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $780/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 $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,011
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density96/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$41,680
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty13.3%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$780
Ownership72.8%
Housing Units900
Rent Burden11.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+23.1%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Saint-Esprit a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Esprit is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% 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-Esprit is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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%. 23.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Esprit 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 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow.

Saint-Esprit has a population of 2,011 with a density of 96 people per square mile, spread across 20.9 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.8% of residents, while 96% speak Spanish.

Population

2,011
Total Population
2021 Census
96
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
20.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Esprit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish 96.0%
617% above US avg
Other Languages 3.2%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Esprit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Esprit is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,680. The average weekly wage is $802, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 62 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 20.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Esprit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,680
Avg Weekly Wage$802

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Esprit is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below the national average of $1,163). 72.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 900 total housing units in the city. 11.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% below US avg
Rent Burden11.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.8%
Owner-Occupied72.8%
Renter-Occupied27.2%
Housing Units900

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-Esprit receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Esprit 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-Esprit 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 266 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 38.5 inches. The area receives 13.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area20.9 sq mi (54.2 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates45.9001°N, 73.6659°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above US avg
Snowfall 13.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

167 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 M5.4 140 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 60 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 72 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 59 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 51 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 109 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 94 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 106 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 123 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 35 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 126 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 80 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 75 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 126 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 76 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 72 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 24 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 90 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 81 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 35°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.0 in

Saint-Esprit has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 10°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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9.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+23.1%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density96/sq mi
Total Area20.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home20.3%

Schools in Saint-Esprit

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Dominique-Savio
Pavillon St-Esprit
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Radio Stations near Saint-Esprit

31 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
BPM sports 91.9 sports MP3 64 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
ICI Musique - Montréal 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
CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC catholic, religious MP3 192 kbps
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) classical MP3 128 kbps
CFQR 600 Montreal, QC classic hits, news talk MP3 160 kbps
CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, 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
CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
Magic FM Montreal AAC 128 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
Radio Sport Montréal MP3
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps
CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC oldies MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Saint-Esprit

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banque canadienne national
Maison Bélisle
Maison d'histoire de Terrebonne
Micromusée du Plan Bouchard
Musée d'art de Joliette

Libraries in Saint-Esprit

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibiliothèque de Sainte-Sophie0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque André-Guérard0.0
Bibliothèque Camille-Laurin0.0
Bibliothèque de Bois-des-Filion0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Ile-des-Moulins0.0
Bibliothèque de Lorraine0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Paul0.0
Bibliothèque Edmond-Archambault0.0
Bibliothèque Gisèle Paré0.0
Bibliothèque Louise-Amélie-Panet0.0
Bibliothèque Ludovic-Laurier0.0
Bibliothèque Marius-Barbeau0.0
Bibliothèque Marius-Barbeau0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Bernard-Patenaude0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Crabtree0.0
Bibliothèque Paul-Mercier0.0
Bibliothèque Rina-Lasnier0.0
Bibliothèque Robert-Lussier0.0
Bibliothèque Serge-Bouchard0.0
Espace des Bâtisseurs0.0
Maison de la Culture0.0

Cafes in Saint-Esprit

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Saint-Esprit

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC de Saint-Esprit

Gas Stations in Saint-Esprit

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Breweries in Saint-Esprit

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Albion
Brasserie Artisanale Maltström
L'Apothicaire Microbrasserie
Microbrasserie L'ours Brun

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Esprit

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Esprit

22 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Avalanche 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
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Rigaud 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
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Esprit

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Farnham AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lancaster AirparkSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Rougemont AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Sorel AirportSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Saint-Esprit

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre Déclic-Action

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Esprit

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Esprit

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Esprit

What is the population of Saint-Esprit?

Saint-Esprit has a population of 2,011 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 20.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Saint-Esprit expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,500, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Esprit safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Esprit?

Saint-Esprit 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 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 13.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Esprit?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Esprit is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $802. There are 62 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 20.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Esprit?

The median home value in Saint-Esprit is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780. The homeownership rate is 72.8%.

How are the schools in Saint-Esprit?

9.9% of adults in Saint-Esprit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Esprit?

The average commute in Saint-Esprit is 30 minutes. 85.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 20.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Esprit?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Esprit is 97.8% White, 0.8% Black or African American. 0.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 96% speak Spanish.

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