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Saint-François-de-Madawaska, NB

New Brunswick

Saint-François-de-Madawaska is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 470. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
470 Population 2/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population470
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units188
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Saint-François-de-Madawaska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-François-de-Madawaska receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, an elevated poverty rate. Saint-François-de-Madawaska 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-Madawaska is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-François-de-Madawaska is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-François-de-Madawaska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow.

Saint-François-de-Madawaska has a population of 470 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 236.1 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

470
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
236.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-François-de-Madawaska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Saint-François-de-Madawaska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-François-de-Madawaska is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-François-de-Madawaska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-François-de-Madawaska is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 188 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units188

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-Madawaska receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-François-de-Madawaska 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-Madawaska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.9 inches. The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.0°F
31% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area236.1 sq mi (611.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates47.2478°N, 68.7140°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"
5% above US avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

84 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 95 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 101 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 117 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 118 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 115 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 110 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 121 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 41 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 133 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 127 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 142 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 136 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 95 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 123 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 133 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 114 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 96 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 121 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 120 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.7 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.4 in

Saint-François-de-Madawaska has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area236.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Saint-François-de-Madawaska

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJEM 92.7 "Frontiere FM" Edmunston, NB adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFAI-FM 101.1 Edmundston &105.1 Grand Sault, NB active rock, community radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Saint-François-de-Madawaska

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT KENT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST FRANCIS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2073983387
ST JOHN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Saint-François-de-Madawaska

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FORT KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY1 MONUMENT SQUARE0.08,840
Mgr. Plourde Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Saint-François-de-Madawaska

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Ski Resorts Near Saint-François-de-Madawaska

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Cell Towers in Saint-François-de-Madawaska

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
5.0 km north ofTOWER84

Airports Near Saint-François-de-Madawaska

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Allen St Peter Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport-Small Airport
Edmundston Airport-Small Airport
Estcourt Airport-Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Morrill Airpark-Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-François-de-Madawaska

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Treatment Centers in Saint-François-de-Madawaska

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aroostook Mental Health Center - Fort Kent Outpatient OfficeBoth207-343-1867
Northern Maine Medical CenterMental Health207-834-3155

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-François-de-Madawaska

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église catholique Saint-François-Xavier
MARIAN MOVEMENT OF PRIESTS INCPO BOX 8

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Waterfalls
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-François-de-Madawaska

What is the population of Saint-François-de-Madawaska?

Saint-François-de-Madawaska has a population of 470 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 236.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Saint-François-de-Madawaska expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-François-de-Madawaska safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-François-de-Madawaska?

Saint-François-de-Madawaska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-François-de-Madawaska?

The unemployment rate in Saint-François-de-Madawaska is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-François-de-Madawaska?

The median home value in Saint-François-de-Madawaska is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-François-de-Madawaska?

32.9% of adults in Saint-François-de-Madawaska hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-François-de-Madawaska?

The average commute in Saint-François-de-Madawaska is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-François-de-Madawaska?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-François-de-Madawaska is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Haut-Madawaska, NB 3,720 pop · 3.7 mi Fort Kent, ME 2,453 pop · 6.0 mi Madawaska, ME 2,960 pop · 19.0 mi Saint-Jacques, NB 1,652 pop · 19.0 mi Riviere-Bleue, QC 1,261 pop · 20.1 mi Edmundston, NB 16,437 pop · 20.2 mi Dégelis, QC 2,884 pop · 21.0 mi Pohénégamook, QC 2,481 pop · 28.2 mi Cabano, QC 3,199 pop · 30.9 mi Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac, QC 5,054 pop · 31.2 mi Saint-Louis-du-Ha Ha, QC 1,311 pop · 31.4 mi Vallée-des-Rivières, NB 4,250 pop · 35.4 mi Van Buren, ME 1,614 pop · 36.3 mi Saint-Léonard, NB 1,322 pop · 37.5 mi
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