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Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande, QC

Quebec

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande is a small town in Quebec with a population of 232. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
232 Population 6/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population232
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female53% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty12.9%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$647
Ownership95.5%
Housing Units110
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+13.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute32 min

Is Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande is $90,000, 68% 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 1.3x 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

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 17.7 inches of snow.

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande has a population of 232 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 41.3 square miles. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.7% female and 53.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.1% of residents, while 95.7% speak Spanish.

Population

232
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
41.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.1%
97% below US avg
Spanish 95.7%
614% above US avg
Other Languages 2.1%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande 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 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 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-la-Lande 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

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 95.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 110 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 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.5%
Owner-Occupied95.5%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units110

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-la-Lande receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande 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-la-Lande has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.2 inches. The area receives 17.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area41.3 sq mi (107.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.4259°N, 68.6794°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 17.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

81 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 87 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 96 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 110 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 111 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 103 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 110 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 118 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 61 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 146 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 138 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 118 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 127 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 136 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 122 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 116 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 89 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 89 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 132 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 125 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.7 in
April 35°F (1°C) 2.8 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 4.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.3 in

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.5").

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5.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 13.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+13.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area41.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJEM 92.7 "Frontiere FM" Edmunston, NB adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFAI-FM 101.1 Edmundston &105.1 Grand Sault, NB active rock, community radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT KENT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST JOHN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
Gare l'Héritage

Libraries in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FORT KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY1 MONUMENT SQUARE0.08,840
Bibliothèque municipale de Dégelis0.0
Mgr. Plourde Public Library0.0

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Allen St Peter Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport—Small Airport
Edmundston Airport—Small Airport
Estcourt Airport—Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Morrill Airpark—Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aroostook Mental Health Center - Fort Kent Outpatient OfficeBoth207-343-1867
Northern Maine Medical CenterMental Health207-834-3155

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande

What is the population of Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande?

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande has a population of 232 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 41.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.7% female and 53.2% male.

Is Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% 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 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande?

Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 17.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande?

The job market in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande?

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 95.5%.

How are the schools in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande?

5.3% of adults in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande?

The average commute in Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande is 100% White. 2.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.7% speak Spanish.

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