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Saint-Hyacinthe, QC
Quebec
Saint-Hyacinthe is a mid-size city in Quebec with a population of 57,239. Residents earn $61,200 per year, which is 19% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Saint-Hyacinthe Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
BHousing
B+Crime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Saint-Hyacinthe a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Saint-Hyacinthe receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Hyacinthe has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Saint-Hyacinthe is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Saint-Hyacinthe is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x 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
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Saint-Hyacinthe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches, including 67.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Saint-Hyacinthe vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Saint-Hyacinthe vs U.S. Average
Income: Saint-Hyacinthe vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,200 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,120 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $829 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,774 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $300,000 |
| 6% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $730 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 16.1% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 48.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 51.4% |
| Housing Units | 26,870 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Saint-Hyacinthe vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 72.9 sq mi (188.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 785/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6308°N, 72.9570°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.6 in |
Saint-Hyacinthe has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 14°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.1% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 24.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.6% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 785/sq mi |
| Total Area | 72.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
Colleges & Universities in Saint-Hyacinthe
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ciaq - Centre d'insémination artificielle du Québec | — | — | — | — | — |
| Faculté de médecine vétérinaire | — | — | — | — | — |
| Institut de technologie agroalimentaire, campus de Saint-Hyacinthe | — | — | — | — | — |
| Université de Montréal : Campus de Saint-Hyacinthe | — | — | — | — | — |
Schools in Saint-Hyacinthe
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Éducation des adultes | — | — | — | — |
| École René-Saint-Pierre | — | — | — | — |
| École Bois Joli | — | — | — | — |
| Polyvalente Hyacinthe-Delorme | — | — | — | — |
| CS de Saint-Hyacinthe | — | — | — | — |
| École Lafontaine | — | — | — | — |
| École Saint-Sacrement | — | — | — | — |
| École Secondaire Saint-Joseph | — | — | — | — |
| École Larocque | — | — | — | — |
| École Bois-Joli-Sacré-Coeur | — | — | — | — |
| École Fadette | — | — | — | — |
| École Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin | — | — | — | — |
| École St-Thomas-d'Aquin | — | — | — | — |
| École au Domaine sur le Vert | — | — | — | — |
| École Secondaire Casavant | — | — | — | — |
| Séminaire de Saint-Hyacinthe | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Saint-Hyacinthe
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIDI-FM 99.1 Knowlton, QC | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Viva 105,3 Drummondville | drummondville, francophone | MP3 48 kbps | |
| CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC | adult contemporary, adulte contemporain | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Saint-Hyacinthe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le P’tit Monde Des Grands | ||||
| Musée des beaux-arts de Mont-Saint-Hilaire |
Libraries in Saint-Hyacinthe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothéque Archambault-Trépanier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Armand-Cardinal | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Azarie-Couillard Després | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de la Faculté de médecine vétérinaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Marieville | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Beloeil | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Saint-Jean-Baptiste | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Paul-O Trépanier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque St-Valerien | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque T-A-St-Germain | 0.0 | |||||
| Rougemont Bibliotheque | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Saint-Hyacinthe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Marché public de Saint-Hyacinthe | |||||
| Marché Omni - Entreprise M. Brazeau inc. |
Hotels in Saint-Hyacinthe
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Saint-Hyacinthe
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Saint-Hyacinthe
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Saint-Hyacinthe
3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Saint-Hyacinthe
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Saint-Hyacinthe
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saint-Hyacinthe
22 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Saint-Hyacinthe
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Saint-Hyacinthe
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Saint-Hyacinthe
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Saint-Hyacinthe
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Saint-Hyacinthe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Vrooden | ||||
| Brasseurs du monde | ||||
| Brasseurs du Monde | ||||
| Brasseurs du moulin | ||||
| Cidrerie Petit et Fils |
Ski Resorts Near Saint-Hyacinthe
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owl's Head | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bromont Montagne d'Expérience | 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-Hyacinthe
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport | ZBM | Medium Airport |
| Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | YHU | Medium Airport |
| St Jean Airport | YJN | Medium Airport |
| Trois-Rivières Airport | YRQ | Medium Airport |
| Bouthillier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crossroad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Douglas Field | — | Small Airport |
| Drummondville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farnham Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Franklin County State Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greenwoods Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| L'Assomption Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louiseville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mansonville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Northeast Kingdom International Airport | EFK | Small Airport |
| Richelieu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu/Messier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rougemont Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle 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-Esprit Aerodrome | — | 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 |
Post Offices in Saint-Hyacinthe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de poste St-Hyacinthe |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Hyacinthe
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Carrefour Chrétien des Maskoutains | |
| Cathedral of Saint Hyacinth | |
| Église Précieux-Sang | |
| Église Saint-Joseph | |
| Evêché de Saint-Hyacinthe | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Monastère du Précieux-Sang | |
| Paroisse Saint-Thomas d’Aquin | |
| Pères Dominicains Couvent | |
| Presbytère Assomption-de-Notre-Dame | |
| Soeurs de la Charité | |
| Soeurs de St-Joseph |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Saint-Hyacinthe
What is the population of Saint-Hyacinthe?
Saint-Hyacinthe has a population of 57,239 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 785 people per square mile, spread across 72.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.
Is Saint-Hyacinthe expensive to live in?
The median household income is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Saint-Hyacinthe safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Saint-Hyacinthe receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Saint-Hyacinthe?
Saint-Hyacinthe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches, with 67.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Saint-Hyacinthe?
The unemployment rate in Saint-Hyacinthe is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $829. There are 1,774 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 14.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Saint-Hyacinthe?
The median home value in Saint-Hyacinthe is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $730. The homeownership rate is 48.6%.
How are the schools in Saint-Hyacinthe?
9.1% of adults in Saint-Hyacinthe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Saint-Hyacinthe?
The average commute in Saint-Hyacinthe is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 14.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Saint-Hyacinthe?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Hyacinthe is 90.2% White, 4.4% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Asian. 0.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 91% speak Spanish.