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Saint-Germain, QC

Quebec

Saint-Germain is a small town in Quebec with a population of 294. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
294 Population 27/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $42,400 per capita
$230,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$230,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,000
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population294
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$42,400
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty17.0%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,000
Rent$647
Ownership96.3%
Housing Units135
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+16.7%
Graduate+4.2%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Saint-Germain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Germain 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, an elevated poverty rate. Saint-Germain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Germain is $62,000, 17% 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 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Germain is $230,000, 18% 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 3.7x 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

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Germain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow.

Saint-Germain has a population of 294 with a density of 27 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

Population

294
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
11.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Germain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.3%
634% above US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Germain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Germain is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,400. The average weekly wage is $815, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 32.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Germain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,400
Avg Weekly Wage$815

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)9

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Germain is $230,000, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 96.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 135 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 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,000
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.3%
Owner-Occupied96.3%
Renter-Occupied7.4%
Housing Units135

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-Germain receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Germain 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-Germain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.4 inches. The area receives 15.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates48.4327°N, 68.5804°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 15.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.82"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 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 M4.9 114 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 130 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 129 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 131 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 100 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 139 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 126 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 81 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 125 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 72 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 122 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 149 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 131 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 85 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 101 km
Jan 10, 2022 14 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.2 127 km
May 5, 2010 9 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 147 km
Mar 10, 2010 5 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 140 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 72 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.2 in
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 2.8 in

Saint-Germain has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 9°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and March the driest (2.0").

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10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+16.7%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area11.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.1%

Radio Stations near Saint-Germain

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Germain

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison Lamontagne
Musée régional de RImouski
Site historique maritime de Pointe-au-Père

Libraries in Saint-Germain

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Pointe-aux-Pères0.0
Bibliothèque du Bic0.0
Bibliothèque Lisette-Morin0.0
Bibliothèque Sainte-Luce-sur-Mer0.0
Bibliothèque Secteur Luceville0.0
Outillerie Rimouski0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Germain

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public de Rimouski

Hotels in Saint-Germain

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn Rimouski

Gas Stations in Saint-Germain

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Saint-Germain

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins
Desjardins

Golf Courses in Saint-Germain

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf des Saules

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Germain

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Saint-Germain

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Forestville AirportYFEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Germain

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Coeur

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Germain

What is the population of Saint-Germain?

Saint-Germain has a population of 294 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.9% male.

Is Saint-Germain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,000 (18% 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 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Germain safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Germain?

Saint-Germain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 15.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Germain?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Germain is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $815. There are 9 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 32.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Germain?

The median home value in Saint-Germain is $230,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 96.3%.

How are the schools in Saint-Germain?

10.4% of adults in Saint-Germain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Germain?

The average commute in Saint-Germain is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Germain?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Germain is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Rimouski, QC 48,935 pop · 2.8 mi Le Bic, QC 1,115 pop · 6.5 mi Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, QC 3,019 pop · 7.8 mi Luceville, QC 1,112 pop · 11.5 mi Saint-Narcisse-de-Rimouski, QC 1,084 pop · 12.0 mi Sainte-Luce, QC 2,845 pop · 12.7 mi Saint-Fabien, QC 1,834 pop · 16.3 mi Saint-Gabriel-de-Rimouski, QC 1,177 pop · 18.6 mi Mont-Joli, QC 6,384 pop · 20.6 mi Price, QC 1,729 pop · 23.8 mi Saint-Simon, QC 1,386 pop · 26.6 mi Forestville, QC 2,892 pop · 31.3 mi Trois Pistoles, QC 3,115 pop · 34.7 mi Pessamit, QC 2,428 pop · 35.3 mi
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