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Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger, QC

Quebec

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is a small town in Quebec with a population of 247. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
247 Population 6/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population247
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty12.9%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$647
Ownership95.7%
Housing Units115
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+25.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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-François-Xavier-de-Viger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is $110,000, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x 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

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow.

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger has a population of 247 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 43.0 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.9% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

247
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
43.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is $110,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 95.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 115 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.7%
Owner-Occupied95.7%
Renter-Occupied8.7%
Housing Units115

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-Xavier-de-Viger receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger 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-Xavier-de-Viger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.4 inches. The area receives 18.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area43.0 sq mi (111.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.8565°N, 69.2482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 18.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

81 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 38 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 54 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 60 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 60 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 144 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 54 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 65 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 78 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 117 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 123 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 95 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 111 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 55 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 47 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 111 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 91 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 86 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 45 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 100 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.4 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.2 in

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 7°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.7").

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5.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 95.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+25.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area43.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Radio Stations near Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIBM-FM 107.1 "FM107" Riviere-du-Loup, QC (128 kbps MP3) contemporary hit radio, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
CHME-FM 94.9 Les Escoumins, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancien palais du justice de L'Isle-Verte
Maison Louis-Bertrand

Libraries in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale et CACI0.0
St-Hubert Bibliotheque0.0

Ski Resorts Near Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Estcourt Airport—Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes Airport—Small Airport
Les Escoumins Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger

What is the population of Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger?

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger has a population of 247 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 43.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.9% female and 53.1% male.

Is Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,000 (61% 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 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger?

Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 18.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger?

The job market in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger?

The median home value in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is $110,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 95.7%.

How are the schools in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger?

5.1% of adults in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger?

The average commute in Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 95.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is 97.9% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish.

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