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Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, QC

Quebec

Saint-Joseph-du-Lac is a small city in Quebec with a population of 7,031. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
7,031 Population 442/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $52,750 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$910 Median Rent 12.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 230 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $910/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,031
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$52,750
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty6.7%
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$400,000
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,745
Rent Burden12.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+23.6%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute30 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Saint-Joseph-du-Lac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Joseph-du-Lac receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Saint-Joseph-du-Lac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Joseph-du-Lac experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 75.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saint-Joseph-du-Lac has a population of 7,031 with a density of 442 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

7,031
Total Population
2021 Census
442
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
15.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Joseph-du-Lac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only2.9%
96% below US avg
Spanish93.0%
594% above US avg
Other Languages4.1%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Joseph-du-Lac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Saint-Joseph-du-Lac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden12.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Renter-Occupied22.0%
Housing Units2,745

Property Tax

In Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, 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-Joseph-du-Lac 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-Joseph-du-Lac has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 230 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall75.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area15.9 sq mi (41.2 km²)
Population Density442/sq mi
Coordinates45.5334°N, 73.9992°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+23.6%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density442/sq mi
Total Area15.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home21.7%

Nearby Cities

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