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Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud, QC

Quebec

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,580. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,580 Population 43/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $40,600 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$556 Median Rent 5.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $556/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $556
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

How Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,580
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$40,600
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty13.8%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$556
Ownership72.7%
Housing Units660
Rent Burden5.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+19.5%
Graduate+0.8%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud 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-la-Rivière-du-Sud is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow.

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud has a population of 1,580 with a density of 43 people per square mile, spread across 37.2 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.2% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.6% of residents, while 97.5% speak Spanish.

Population

1,580
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
37.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.6%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.5%
627% above US avg
Other Languages 1.9%

Social Characteristics

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,600. The average weekly wage is $781, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 49 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,600
Avg Weekly Wage$781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 72.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 660 total housing units in the city. 5.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% below US avg
Rent Burden5.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.7%
Owner-Occupied72.7%
Renter-Occupied27.3%
Housing Units660

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-la-Rivière-du-Sud receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud 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-la-Rivière-du-Sud has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area37.2 sq mi (96.3 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates46.8872°N, 70.7145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.92"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

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 M4.9 121 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 106 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 54 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 114 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 112 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 76 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 102 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 113 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 89 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 40 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 68 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 52 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 66 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 78 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 111 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 49 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 114 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 81 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 13 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.4 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.8 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 2.8 in

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 9°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+19.5%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area37.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Radio Stations near Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (320K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 320 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Québec City, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première Quebec City, QC radio publique AAC 48 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-la-Rivière-du-Sud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison de nos Aïeux
Maison Drouin
Musée de L'Isle-aux-Grues

Libraries in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

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

Farmers Markets in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Publique

Gas Stations in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

L'Arrêt-Stop
Miraco

Breweries in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
microbrasserie Côte du sud

Ski Resorts Near Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

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-la-Rivière-du-Sud

13 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-Cyprien AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre de réadaptation en déficience intellectuelle, en troubles du spectre de l'autisme et en déficience physique André-Wingen

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud

What is the population of Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud?

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud has a population of 1,580 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 37.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.2% female and 52.9% male.

Is Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud expensive to live in?

The median household income is $70,000, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud?

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud?

Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $781. There are 49 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 16.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud?

The median home value in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $556. The homeownership rate is 72.7%.

How are the schools in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud?

7.8% of adults in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud?

The average commute in Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud is 98.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 0.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.5% speak Spanish.

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