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Saint-Ferdinand, QC

Quebec

Saint-Ferdinand is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,007. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,007 Population 38/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $43,040 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$564 Median Rent 11.5% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 243 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $564/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $564
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,007
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$43,040
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty13.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$564
Ownership81.8%
Housing Units990
Rent Burden11.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation666 ft (203 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+20.8%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Saint-Ferdinand a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Ferdinand is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Ferdinand is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 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

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Ferdinand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 19.7 inches of snow.

Saint-Ferdinand has a population of 2,007 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 53.0 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.8% of residents, while 98% speak Spanish.

Population

2,007
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
53.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Ferdinand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.0%
631% above US avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Ferdinand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Ferdinand is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,040. The average weekly wage is $828, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 62 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Ferdinand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,040
Avg Weekly Wage$828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Ferdinand is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 81.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 990 total housing units in the city. 11.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$564
52% below US avg
Rent Burden11.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.8%
Owner-Occupied81.8%
Renter-Occupied18.2%
Housing Units990

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-Ferdinand receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Ferdinand 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-Ferdinand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 666 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area53.0 sq mi (137.2 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates46.1343°N, 71.5859°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above US avg
Snowfall 19.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.27"

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 75 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 137 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 144 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 145 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 91 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 41 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 60 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 100 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 121 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 90 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 144 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 106 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 110 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 114 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 128 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 93 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 87 km
May 22, 2017 4 km NW of Beaupré, Canada M3.0 115 km
May 31, 2007 35 km WNW of Sainte-Thècle, Canada M3.0 138 km
Apr 20, 2015 45 km N of Mandeville, Canada M2.9 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 3.3 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 3.4 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
July 65°F (18°C) 5.1 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.3 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.6 in
November 32°F (0°C) 4.4 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 4.5 in

Saint-Ferdinand has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 9°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (3.3").

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7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.8% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+20.8%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area53.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Schools in Saint-Ferdinand

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame
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Radio Stations near Saint-Ferdinand

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKLD "Plaisir 105.5" Thetford Mines, QC soft adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps

Libraries in Saint-Ferdinand

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Municipalité St-Norbert0.0
Bibliothèque Onil-Garneau0.0
Librairie de Plessisville0.0

Hotels in Saint-Ferdinand

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Manoir du lac William

Banks in Saint-Ferdinand

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse Desjardins

Breweries in Saint-Ferdinand

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jackalhop Microbrasserie

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Ferdinand

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Ferdinand

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Québec / Neuville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Ferdinand

What is the population of Saint-Ferdinand?

Saint-Ferdinand has a population of 2,007 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 53.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Saint-Ferdinand expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Ferdinand safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Ferdinand?

Saint-Ferdinand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches, with 19.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Ferdinand?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Ferdinand is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $828. There are 62 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 18.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Ferdinand?

The median home value in Saint-Ferdinand is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $564. The homeownership rate is 81.8%.

How are the schools in Saint-Ferdinand?

7.1% of adults in Saint-Ferdinand hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.8% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Ferdinand?

The average commute in Saint-Ferdinand is 25 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Ferdinand?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Ferdinand is 100% White. 0.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 98% speak Spanish.

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