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Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, QC

Quebec

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is a small town in Quebec with a population of 536. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
536 Population 48/sq mi density
$81,000 Median Income $53,000 per capita
$332,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 246 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
$81,000 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$332,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,000
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $332,000
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

How Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population536
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,000
Per Capita$53,000
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty8.8%
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$332,000
Rent$647
Ownership98.0%
Housing Units255
Rent Burden16.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+16.5%
Graduate+8.3%

Community

Commute33 min

Is Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is $332,000, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x 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

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow.

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans has a population of 536 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.9% of residents, while 97.2% speak Spanish.

Population

536
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
11.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.9%
98% below US avg
Spanish 97.2%
625% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is $81,000, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,019, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 17 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 66.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$81,000
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is $332,000, 18% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 98.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 255 total housing units in the city. 16.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$332,000
18% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership98.0%
Owner-Occupied98.0%
Renter-Occupied3.9%
Housing Units255

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-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans 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-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area11.2 sq mi (29.0 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates47.0019°N, 70.8129°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.5"
30% above US avg
Snowfall 21.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.92"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

93 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 117 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 51 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 101 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 107 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 104 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 146 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 62 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 95 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 107 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 81 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 43 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 31 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 60 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 71 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 41 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 61 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 106 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 109 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 83 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 12 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.3 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in
October 42°F (6°C) 4.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 4.5 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.6 in

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 8°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (3.0").

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14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.5% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+16.5%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area11.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

Radio Stations near Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (320K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 320 kbps
FM93 Québec family MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Québec City, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première Quebec City, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Choi Radio X 98,1 talk MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Quebec City, QC (MP3) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJMD 96.9 Levis, QC hip hop, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (128K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 128 kbps
CKIA 88.3 "Radio Urbaine" Quebec City, QC radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps
CHOX-FM 97.5 La Pocatiere, QC adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
ckrl radio ckrl MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albert Gilles copper museum
Maison de nos Aïeux
Maison Drouin
Musée du Coquilllage
Parc Maritime St-Laurent

Libraries in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque aux Sources0.0
Bibliothèque Jacques-Labrie0.0
Emma Duclos0.0

Breweries in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
microbrasserie Côte du sud

Ski Resorts Near Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0
Centre de Ski Le Relais 0.0 $0
A venir 0.0 $0
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 $0
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 $0
Le Massif 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Grosse-Île AirportSmall Airport
Île aux Coudres AirportSmall Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite AirportSmall Airport
Île-aux-Grues AirportSmall Airport
Montmagny AirportSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Cyprien AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-François

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans

What is the population of Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans?

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans has a population of 536 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 51.4% male.

Is Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans expensive to live in?

The median household income is $81,000, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $332,000 (18% above 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 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans?

Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches, with 21.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans?

The job market in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,019. There are 17 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 66.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans?

The median home value in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is $332,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 98.0%.

How are the schools in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans?

14.4% of adults in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.5% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans?

The average commute in Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 66.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-François-de-l'Île-d'Orléans is 98.2% White. 1.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.2% speak Spanish.

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