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Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC

Quebec

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is a mid-size city in Quebec with a population of 97,873. Residents earn $74,500 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
97,873 Population 1,117/sq mi density
$74,500 Median Income $47,640 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 15.1% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$74,500 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $785/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,500
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population97,873
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density1,117/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,500
Per Capita$47,640
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty9.6%
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$348,000
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42,915
Rent Burden15.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+24.3%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is $74,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 60.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu has a population of 97,873 with a density of 1,117 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

97,873
Total Population
2021 Census
1,117
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
87.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only2.5%
97% below US avg
Spanish92.6%
591% above US avg
Other Languages5%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is $74,500, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,500
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is $348,000, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden15.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.9%
Renter-Occupied40.1%
Housing Units42,915

Property Tax

In Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu 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-Jean-sur-Richelieu has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall60.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area87.6 sq mi (226.9 km²)
Population Density1,117/sq mi
Coordinates45.3071°N, 73.2626°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+24.3%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,117/sq mi
Total Area87.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home19.6%

Nearby Cities

Parc-Boutin, QC 1,127 pop · 1.0 mi Mont-Saint-Grégoire, QC 3,136 pop · 5.0 mi Saint-Blaise-sur-Richelieu, QC 2,092 pop · 6.3 mi Sainte-Anne-de-Sabrevois, QC 2,143 pop · 7.1 mi Saint-Jacques-le-Mineur, QC 1,766 pop · 7.6 mi Richelieu, QC 5,742 pop · 9.4 mi Sainte-Angèle-de-Monnoir, QC 1,828 pop · 9.5 mi Sainte-Brigide-d'Iberville, QC 1,428 pop · 9.7 mi Marieville, QC 11,332 pop · 9.9 mi Chambly, QC 31,444 pop · 9.9 mi Carignan, QC 11,740 pop · 10.0 mi Napierville, QC 4,020 pop · 10.8 mi Saint-Mathias-sur-Richelieu, QC 4,544 pop · 11.0 mi Saint-Philippe, QC 7,597 pop · 11.6 mi
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