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Saint-Fortunat, QC

Quebec

Saint-Fortunat is a small town in Quebec with a population of 255. Residents earn $49,600 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
255 Population 9/sq mi density
$49,600 Median Income $30,400 per capita
$170,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 244 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$49,600 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $49,600
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$49,600
Per Capita$30,400
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty30.0%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$647
Ownership90.0%
Housing Units150
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+20.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Saint-Fortunat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Fortunat receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Saint-Fortunat has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Fortunat is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Fortunat is $170,000, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Fortunat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches, including 19.2 inches of snow.

Saint-Fortunat has a population of 255 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 29.4 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.1% female and 54.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 96.1% speak Spanish.

Population

255
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
29.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Fortunat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 96.1%
617% above US avg
Other Languages 3.9%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Fortunat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Fortunat is $49,600, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $585, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 135.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Fortunat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,600
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,400
Avg Weekly Wage$585

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home135.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Fortunat is $170,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 90.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 150 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.0%
Owner-Occupied90.0%
Renter-Occupied13.3%
Housing Units150

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-Fortunat receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Fortunat 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-Fortunat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,355 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)
Area29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates45.9725°N, 71.5999°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.6"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 19.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 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 93 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 131 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 144 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 90 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 59 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 137 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 115 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 56 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 106 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 146 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 121 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 145 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 127 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 131 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 143 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 145 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 150 km
May 22, 2017 4 km NW of Beaupré, Canada M3.0 132 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 80 km
May 31, 2007 35 km WNW of Sainte-Thècle, Canada M3.0 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°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) 4.9 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.4 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 4.4 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 4.3 in

Saint-Fortunat has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 10°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (3.2").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 70.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+20.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area29.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home135.3%

Radio Stations near Saint-Fortunat

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

Museums in Saint-Fortunat

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée d'outils anciens de St-Rémi

Libraries in Saint-Fortunat

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

Banks in Saint-Fortunat

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse Desjardins

Breweries in Saint-Fortunat

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jackalhop Microbrasserie

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Fortunat

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Eldorado - Secteur St-Paul 0.0 $0
Ski Eldorado - Secteur 10e Rang 0.0 $0
Mont Orford 0.0 $0
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Fortunat

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton 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-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Fortunat

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Fortunat

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Fortunat

What is the population of Saint-Fortunat?

Saint-Fortunat has a population of 255 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 29.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.1% female and 54.9% male.

Is Saint-Fortunat expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,600, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $170,000 (40% 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 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Fortunat safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Fortunat?

Saint-Fortunat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 19.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Fortunat?

Saint-Fortunat has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $585. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 135.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Fortunat?

The median home value in Saint-Fortunat is $170,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 90.0%.

How are the schools in Saint-Fortunat?

0.0% of adults in Saint-Fortunat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Fortunat?

The average commute in Saint-Fortunat is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 135.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Fortunat?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Fortunat is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.1% speak Spanish.

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