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Saint-Léon-de-Standon, QC

Quebec

Saint-Léon-de-Standon is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,042. Residents earn $52,800 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,042 Population 20/sq mi density
$52,800 Median Income $36,800 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$600 Median Rent 12.9% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$52,800 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $600/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,800
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,042
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,800
Per Capita$36,800
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty21.4%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$600
Ownership84.3%
Housing Units540
Rent Burden12.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+21.9%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Saint-Léon-de-Standon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Léon-de-Standon receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Saint-Léon-de-Standon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Léon-de-Standon is $52,800, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Léon-de-Standon is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x 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

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Léon-de-Standon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow.

Saint-Léon-de-Standon has a population of 1,042 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 52.9 square miles. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1% of residents, while 97.6% speak Spanish.

Population

1,042
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
52.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Léon-de-Standon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.0%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.6%
628% above US avg
Other Languages 1.4%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Léon-de-Standon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Léon-de-Standon is $52,800, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,800. The average weekly wage is $708, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 32 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 23.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Léon-de-Standon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,800
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,800
Avg Weekly Wage$708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Léon-de-Standon is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163). 84.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 540 total housing units in the city. 12.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden12.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.3%
Owner-Occupied84.3%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units540

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-Léon-de-Standon receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Léon-de-Standon 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-Léon-de-Standon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area52.9 sq mi (136.9 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates46.4786°N, 70.6179°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.2"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 19.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.16"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

87 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 70 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 143 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 121 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 142 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 130 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 84 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 95 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 110 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 91 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 104 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 120 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 146 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 149 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 77 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 124 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 34 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 60 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 143 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 54 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 5.2 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.9 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.8 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 3.7 in

Saint-Léon-de-Standon has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 8°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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4.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.9% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+21.9%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area52.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.6%

Schools in Saint-Léon-de-Standon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École des Méandres — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Léon-de-Standon

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOX-FM 97.5 La Pocatiere, QC adult contemporary 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-Léon-de-Standon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Village des défricheurs

Libraries in Saint-Léon-de-Standon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque J.-A.-Kirouac0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Sainte-Claire0.0

Gas Stations in Saint-Léon-de-Standon

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paquet

Banks in Saint-Léon-de-Standon

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Breweries in Saint-Léon-de-Standon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Frampton Brasse - Ferme brassicole

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Léon-de-Standon

5 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 — — —
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Léon-de-Standon

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint-Georges Airport—Medium Airport
Grosse-Île Airport—Small Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite Airport—Small Airport
Île-aux-Grues Airport—Small Airport
Lambton Airport—Small Airport
Montmagny Airport—Small Airport
Pintendre Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Cyprien Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce Airport—Small Airport
St-Anselme Airport—Small Airport
St-Frédéric Airport—Small Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon Airport—Small Airport
Thetford Mines Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Léon-de-Standon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste St-Léon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Léon-de-Standon

What is the population of Saint-Léon-de-Standon?

Saint-Léon-de-Standon has a population of 1,042 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 52.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.2% male.

Is Saint-Léon-de-Standon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,800, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Léon-de-Standon safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Léon-de-Standon?

Saint-Léon-de-Standon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches, with 19.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Léon-de-Standon?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Léon-de-Standon is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $708. There are 32 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 23.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Léon-de-Standon?

The median home value in Saint-Léon-de-Standon is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $600. The homeownership rate is 84.3%.

How are the schools in Saint-Léon-de-Standon?

4.8% of adults in Saint-Léon-de-Standon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.9% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Léon-de-Standon?

The average commute in Saint-Léon-de-Standon is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Léon-de-Standon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Léon-de-Standon is 99.5% White. 1% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.6% speak Spanish.

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