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Saint-Godefroi, QC

Quebec

Saint-Godefroi is a small town in Quebec with a population of 350. Residents earn $54,800 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
350 Population 14/sq mi density
$54,800 Median Income $31,500 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$364 Median Rent 7.9% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$54,800 median income, 11.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $364/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,800
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $364
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
217% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,800
Per Capita$31,500
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty16.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$364
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units195
Rent Burden7.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+16.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Saint-Godefroi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Godefroi receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Saint-Godefroi has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Godefroi is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Godefroi is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $364 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Godefroi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saint-Godefroi has a population of 350 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 24.5 square miles. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 11.4% of residents, while 87.1% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

350
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
24.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Godefroi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only11.4%
85% below US avg
Spanish87.1%
550% above US avg
Other Languages1.4%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Godefroi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Godefroi is $54,800, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Godefroi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,800
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
217% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Godefroi is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $364 (69% below the national average of $1,163). There are 195 total housing units in the city. 7.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$364
69% below US avg
Rent Burden7.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.9%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units195

Property Tax

In Saint-Godefroi, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Saint-Godefroi vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Saint-Godefroi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area24.5 sq mi (63.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates48.0770°N, 65.1104°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.5 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 33°F (0°C) 4.5 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.3 in

Saint-Godefroi has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 12°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.8").

3.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+16.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area24.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Godefroi

What is the population of Saint-Godefroi?

Saint-Godefroi has a population of 350 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 24.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Saint-Godefroi expensive to live in?

Saint-Godefroi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $364 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saint-Godefroi?

Saint-Godefroi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Saint-Godefroi?

The job market in Saint-Godefroi faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 10.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Godefroi?

The median home value in Saint-Godefroi is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $364.

How are the schools in Saint-Godefroi?

3.9% of adults in Saint-Godefroi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Saint-Godefroi?

The obesity rate in Saint-Godefroi is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Saint-Godefroi?

The average commute in Saint-Godefroi is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Godefroi?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Godefroi is 100% White. 11.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 87.1% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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