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Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse, QC

Quebec

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is a small town in Quebec with a population of 449. Residents earn $48,400 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
449 Population 7/sq mi density
$48,400 Median Income $32,600 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$472 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 245 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$48,400 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $472/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,400
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $472
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population449
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,400
Per Capita$32,600
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty22.0%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$472
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units225
Rent Burden11.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+19.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse 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-Luc-de-Bellechasse has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is $48,400, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.0% 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-Luc-de-Bellechasse is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $472 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x 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

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow.

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse has a population of 449 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 62.5 square miles. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.1% of residents, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

Population

449
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
62.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.9%
638% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is $48,400, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $627, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 23.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,400
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,600
Avg Weekly Wage$627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $472 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 225 total housing units in the city. 11.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, 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$472
59% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units225

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-Luc-de-Bellechasse receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse 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-Luc-de-Bellechasse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.3°F
35% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Area62.5 sq mi (162.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates46.5090°N, 70.4818°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 22.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.19"

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 M4.9 149 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 136 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 78 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 148 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 146 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 122 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 136 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 146 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 125 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 143 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 81 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 105 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 91 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 98 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 87 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 115 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 139 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 142 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 87 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 33 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
April 33°F (0°C) 3.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 5.1 in
September 51°F (10°C) 4.5 in
October 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 4.2 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 4.3 in

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 6°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (3.2").

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4.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
86% below US avg
High School+19.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area62.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.3%

Radio Stations near Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse

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-Luc-de-Bellechasse

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Village des défricheurs

Gas Stations in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gagnon

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse

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
A venir 0.0 $0
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint-Georges AirportMedium Airport
Grosse-Île AirportSmall Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite AirportSmall Airport
Île-aux-Grues AirportSmall Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Montmagny AirportSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Red Pine Grove AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Cyprien AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
Socatean Bay AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse

What is the population of Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse?

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse has a population of 449 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 62.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 51.1% male.

Is Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,400, 36% 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 $472 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse?

Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches, with 22.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $627. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 23.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse?

The median home value in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $472. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse?

4.9% of adults in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse?

The average commute in Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Luc-de-Bellechasse is 100% White. 1.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.9% speak Spanish.

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