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Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage, QC

Quebec

Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage is a small town in Quebec with a population of 590. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
590 Population 49/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $49,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$78,000 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population590
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$49,800
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty10.8%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$500
Ownership83.0%
Housing Units235
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+19.3%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute19 min

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

Based on current data, Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage 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-Lepage 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-Lepage is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow.

Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage has a population of 590 with a density of 49 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.7% of residents, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

Population

590
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
12.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

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

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.7%
98% below US avg
Spanish 98.3%
634% above US avg

Social Characteristics

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

The median household income in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $958, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 22.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

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

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,800
Avg Weekly Wage$958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163). 83.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 235 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.0%
Owner-Occupied83.0%
Renter-Occupied12.8%
Housing Units235

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-Lepage receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage 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-Lepage has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.2 inches. The area receives 16.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area12.0 sq mi (31.0 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates48.5757°N, 68.1696°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 16.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.58"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 148 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 66 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 135 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 138 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 127 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 144 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 115 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 45 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 144 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 72 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 57 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 46 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 54 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 50 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 55 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 51 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 54 km
Jan 7, 2012 8 km WNW of Rivière-du-Loup, Canada M2.6 137 km
Feb 11, 2016 40 km NNE of Edmundston, Canada M2.5 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-13°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.5 in
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.5 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.4 in

Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 10°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.4").

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12.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+19.3%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area12.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

Radio Stations near Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'interprétation Zoom Nature

Libraries in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Jean-Louis-Desrosiers0.0
Bibliothèque Sainte-Luce-sur-Mer0.0
Bibliothèque Secteur Luceville0.0
Heritage Lower St-Lawrence0.0

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) Airport—Small Airport

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

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage

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

Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage has a population of 590 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

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

The median household income is $78,000, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage safe?

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

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

Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 16.9 inches of snow.

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

Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $958. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 22.9% of workers work from home.

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

The median home value in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $500. The homeownership rate is 83.0%.

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

12.1% of adults in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

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

The average commute in Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.9% work from home.

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

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage is 99.1% White. 1.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.3% speak Spanish.

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