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Saint-Hugues, QC

Quebec

Saint-Hugues is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,340. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,340 Population 41/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $45,600 per capita
$260,000 Home Value
$624 Median Rent 9.2% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $624/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $624
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,340
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$45,600
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty9.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$624
Ownership79.6%
Housing Units540
Rent Burden9.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+20.4%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Saint-Hugues a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Hugues receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Saint-Hugues offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Hugues is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Hugues is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $624 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x 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

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Hugues has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow.

Saint-Hugues has a population of 1,340 with a density of 41 people per square mile, spread across 32.7 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.8% of residents, while 97.4% speak Spanish.

Population

1,340
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
32.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Hugues vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.4%
627% above US avg
Other Languages 1.9%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Hugues vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Hugues is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $877, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 42 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 21.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Hugues vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,600
Avg Weekly Wage$877

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Hugues is $260,000, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $624 (46% below the national average of $1,163). 79.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 540 total housing units in the city. 9.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$624
46% below US avg
Rent Burden9.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.6%
Owner-Occupied79.6%
Renter-Occupied20.4%
Housing Units540

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-Hugues receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Hugues 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-Hugues has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area32.7 sq mi (84.6 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates45.7948°N, 72.8598°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 14.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

77 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 123 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 124 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 123 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 113 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 32 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 115 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 132 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 29 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 55 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 117 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 84 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 138 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 102 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 137 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 117 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 124 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 124 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 46 km
Feb 28, 2010 5 km NNW of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.4 124 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 4.4 in Wettest
September 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.3 in

Saint-Hugues has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 12°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+20.4%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area32.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Schools in Saint-Hugues

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Hugues - Saint-Marcel — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Hugues

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
Viva 105,3 Drummondville drummondville, francophone MP3 48 kbps

Libraries in Saint-Hugues

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Anne-Marie-Doyon0.0
Bibliothèque de la Faculté de médecine vétérinaire0.0
Bibliothèque de Massueville0.0
Bibliothèque de Yamaska0.0
Bibliothèque St-Valerien0.0
Bibliothèque T-A-St-Germain0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Hugues

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Le Marché public de Saint-Hyacinthe
Marché Omni - Entreprise M. Brazeau inc.

Breweries in Saint-Hugues

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasseurs du monde
Brasseurs du Monde

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Hugues

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Orford 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Hugues

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Bouthillier Airport—Small Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Farnham Airport—Small Airport
Grant Airport—Small Airport
Joliette Airport—Small Airport
L'Assomption Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu/Messier Airport—Small Airport
Rougemont Airport—Small Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)—Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome—Small Airport
Sorel Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathias Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport—Small Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport—Small Airport
ULM Québec Aerodrome—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Hugues

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église St-Hugues

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Hugues

What is the population of Saint-Hugues?

Saint-Hugues has a population of 1,340 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 32.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Saint-Hugues expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,000, 1% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,000 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $624 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Hugues safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Hugues?

Saint-Hugues has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Hugues?

Saint-Hugues has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 42 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 21.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Hugues?

The median home value in Saint-Hugues is $260,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $624. The homeownership rate is 79.6%.

How are the schools in Saint-Hugues?

7.4% of adults in Saint-Hugues hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.4% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Hugues?

The average commute in Saint-Hugues is 28 minutes. 91.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Hugues?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Hugues is 99.6% White. 0.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.4% speak Spanish.

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