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Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg, QC

Quebec

Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg is a small town in Quebec with a population of 163. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
163 Population 4/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 30.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 30.0%
733% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment30.0%
Poverty12.9%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$647
Ownership71.4%
Housing Units70
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+23.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min

Is Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, long commute times. Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 30.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg is $60,000, 79% 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 0.8x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow.

Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg has a population of 163 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 44.0 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.9% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

163
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
44.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg 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-Jean-de-Cherbourg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg 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 30.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg 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

Unemployment30.0%
733% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg is $60,000, 79% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 70 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 0.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied21.4%
Housing Units70

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-Jean-de-Cherbourg receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg 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-Jean-de-Cherbourg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 20.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.6°F
36% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area44.0 sq mi (114.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates48.8591°N, 67.1108°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 20.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Mar 16, 1999 55 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M4.4 101 km
Sep 21, 2013 53 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada M4.2 133 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 18 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 71 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 68 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 56 km
Mar 21, 1991 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 101 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 82 km
Mar 20, 1991 44 km SE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.7 105 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 67 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 101 km
May 28, 2006 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 98 km
Jul 21, 2009 63 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada M3.5 140 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 56 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 63 km
May 28, 2006 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 97 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 95 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 83 km
May 9, 2006 24 km SSE of Sept-Îles, Canada M3.0 139 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.7 in
March 19°F (-7°C) 3.0 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 4.2 in
October 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 4.0 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 4.2 in

Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 6°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and April the driest (2.6").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+23.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area44.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Canada Ici Première (Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine) Matane, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHRM-FM "Plaisir105.3" Matane, QC adult contemporary, country MP3 96 kbps

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station Petit Chic-Chocs 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Brébeuf Airport—Small Airport
Causapscal Airport—Small Airport
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg

What is the population of Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg?

Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg has a population of 163 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 44.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.9% female and 53.1% male.

Is Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $60,000 (79% 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 0.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg?

Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 20.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg?

The job market in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg faces challenges, with unemployment at 30.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg?

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg is $60,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.

How are the schools in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg?

0.0% of adults in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg?

The average commute in Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Jean-de-Cherbourg?

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

Nearby Cities

Matane, QC 13,987 pop · 18.8 mi Cap-Chat, QC 2,516 pop · 25.4 mi Saint-Ulric, QC 1,567 pop · 27.4 mi Amqui, QC 5,999 pop · 31.0 mi Lac-au-Saumon, QC 1,488 pop · 32.1 mi Sayabec, QC 1,706 pop · 33.4 mi Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, QC 6,121 pop · 33.5 mi Causapscal, QC 2,147 pop · 34.7 mi Price, QC 1,729 pop · 49.6 mi Mont-Joli, QC 6,384 pop · 52.8 mi Baie-Comeau, QC 20,687 pop · 53.1 mi Pointe-Lebel, QC 1,817 pop · 55.7 mi Hauterive, QC 11,549 pop · 56.9 mi Saint-Gabriel-de-Rimouski, QC 1,177 pop · 57.2 mi
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