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Saint-Joachim, QC

Quebec

Saint-Joachim is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,427. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,427 Population 87/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $41,500 per capita
$240,000 Home Value
$568 Median Rent 8.8% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$78,000 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,000 home value, $568/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $568
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,427
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$41,500
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty8.2%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,000
Rent$568
Ownership74.6%
Housing Units630
Rent Burden8.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+20.9%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Saint-Joachim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Joachim receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Joachim offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Joachim is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Joachim is $240,000, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x 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

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Joachim has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches, including 23.6 inches of snow.

Saint-Joachim has a population of 1,427 with a density of 87 people per square mile, spread across 16.3 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.4% of residents, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

Population

1,427
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
16.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Joachim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.4%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.3%
633% above US avg
Other Languages 1.4%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Joachim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Joachim is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,500. The average weekly wage is $798, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 44 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 15.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Joachim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,500
Avg Weekly Wage$798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Joachim is $240,000, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below the national average of $1,163). 74.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 630 total housing units in the city. 8.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below US avg
Rent Burden8.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.6%
Owner-Occupied74.6%
Renter-Occupied25.4%
Housing Units630

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-Joachim receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Joachim 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-Joachim has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area16.3 sq mi (42.3 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates47.0832°N, 70.8398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above US avg
Snowfall 23.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

93 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 M4.9 112 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 54 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 96 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 100 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 98 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 141 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 52 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 89 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 101 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 75 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 37 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 25 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 54 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 65 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 36 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 57 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 101 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 104 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 88 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 16 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 3.3 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.5 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 5.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 5.0 in
September 53°F (11°C) 4.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 4.9 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 4.1 in

Saint-Joachim has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 7°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (3.3").

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6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+20.9%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area16.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Schools in Saint-Joachim

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Primaire La Pionnière — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Joachim

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (320K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 320 kbps
FM93 Québec family MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Québec City, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première Quebec City, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Choi Radio X 98,1 talk MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Quebec City, QC (MP3) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJMD 96.9 Levis, QC hip hop, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (128K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 128 kbps
CKIA 88.3 "Radio Urbaine" Quebec City, QC radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps
CHOX-FM 97.5 La Pocatiere, QC adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
ckrl radio ckrl MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Joachim

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albert Gilles copper museum
Maison de nos Aïeux
Maison Drouin
Musée du Coquilllage
Parc Maritime St-Laurent

Libraries in Saint-Joachim

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque aux Sources0.0
Emma Duclos0.0

Veterinaries in Saint-Joachim

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #5399392323

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Joachim

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de Ski Le Relais 0.0 — — $0 — — —
A venir 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Le Massif 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Joachim

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Grosse-Île Airport—Small Airport
Île aux Coudres Airport—Small Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite Airport—Small Airport
Île-aux-Grues Airport—Small Airport
Montmagny Airport—Small Airport
Pintendre Airport—Small Airport
Québec / Neuville Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Cyprien Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome Airport—Small Airport
St-Anselme Airport—Small Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Joachim

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Joachim

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Joachim

What is the population of Saint-Joachim?

Saint-Joachim has a population of 1,427 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 16.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.1% male.

Is Saint-Joachim expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,000, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $240,000 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Joachim safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Joachim?

Saint-Joachim has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 23.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Joachim?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Joachim is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $798. There are 44 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 15.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Joachim?

The median home value in Saint-Joachim is $240,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $568. The homeownership rate is 74.6%.

How are the schools in Saint-Joachim?

6.4% of adults in Saint-Joachim hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Joachim?

The average commute in Saint-Joachim is 25 minutes. 87.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Joachim?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Joachim is 99.6% White. 0.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

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