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Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce, QC

Quebec

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,014. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,014 Population 113/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $43,600 per capita
$196,000 Home Value
$556 Median Rent 7.2% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,000 home value, $556/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $556
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,014
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$43,600
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty10.3%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,000
Rent$556
Ownership70.7%
Housing Units2,130
Rent Burden7.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+23.9%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% 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-Joseph-de-Beauce is $196,000, 30% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 14.5 inches of snow.

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce has a population of 5,014 with a density of 113 people per square mile, spread across 44.3 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 51.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.8% of residents, while 96.9% speak Spanish.

Population

5,014
Total Population
2021 Census
113
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
44.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish 96.9%
623% above US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $838, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 155 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,600
Avg Weekly Wage$838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)155

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce is $196,000, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 70.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,130 total housing units in the city. 7.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,000
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% below US avg
Rent Burden7.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.7%
Owner-Occupied70.7%
Renter-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units2,130

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-Joseph-de-Beauce receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce 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-Joseph-de-Beauce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area44.3 sq mi (114.7 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates46.3000°N, 70.8667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.88"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

68 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Feb 17, 2025.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 69 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 137 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 118 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 134 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 106 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 148 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 144 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 114 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 129 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 62 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 118 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 81 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 150 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 55 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 63 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 128 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 67 km
Dec 11, 2013 9 km W of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.4 109 km
Jun 28, 2015 5 km NW of La Pocatière, Canada M3.3 135 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.9 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.5 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 3.2 in

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 9°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.3").

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11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+23.9%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area44.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Schools in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École D'Youville
Polyvalente Veilleux
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Radio Stations near Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM93 Québec family MP3
Choi Radio X 98,1 talk MP3 64 kbps
CKLD "Plaisir 105.5" Thetford Mines, QC soft adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CJMD 96.9 Levis, QC hip hop, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CoolFM Beauce classic rock MP3 128 kbps
CHJM "Mix 99.7" Saint-Georges, QC contemporary hits, top 40 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée ferroviaire de Beauce

Libraries in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de l'ange0.0
Bibliothèque Honorius-Provost0.0
Bibliothèque J.-A.-Kirouac0.0
Bibliothèque Luc-Lacourcière0.0
Bibliothèque-Livres-En-Train0.0

Gas Stations in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Shell
Ultramar

Shopping Malls in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cararefour Saint-Joseph

Breweries in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Frampton Brasse - Ferme brassicole

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de ski Saint-Georges 0.0 $0
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0
Centre de Ski Le Relais 0.0 $0
A venir 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Saint-Georges AirportMedium Airport
Grosse-Île AirportSmall Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite AirportSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Montmagny AirportSmall Airport
Newton FieldSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Québec / Neuville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Cyprien AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Joseph

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce

What is the population of Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce?

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce has a population of 5,014 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 113 people per square mile, spread across 44.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 51.9% male.

Is Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,500, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $196,000 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce?

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce?

Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $838. There are 155 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 15.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce?

The median home value in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce is $196,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $556. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.

How are the schools in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce?

11.1% of adults in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce?

The average commute in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce is 98.2% White, 0.8% Black or African American. 0.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.9% speak Spanish.

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