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Saint-Malachie, QC

Quebec

Saint-Malachie is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,667. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,667 Population 43/sq mi density
$63,200 Median Income $41,100 per capita
$176,000 Home Value
$544 Median Rent 7.1% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$63,200 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,000 home value, $544/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,200
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,667
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,200
Per Capita$41,100
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty12.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,000
Rent$544
Ownership87.1%
Housing Units700
Rent Burden7.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+23.3%
Graduate+0.8%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Saint-Malachie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Malachie receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Malachie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Malachie is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Malachie is $176,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Malachie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow.

Saint-Malachie has a population of 1,667 with a density of 43 people per square mile, spread across 39.0 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.7% of residents, while 95.5% speak Spanish.

Population

1,667
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
39.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Malachie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.7%
97% below US avg
Spanish 95.5%
613% above US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Malachie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Malachie is $63,200, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,100. The average weekly wage is $790, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 52 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 14.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Malachie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,200
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,100
Avg Weekly Wage$790

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Malachie is $176,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 87.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 700 total housing units in the city. 7.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden7.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.1%
Owner-Occupied87.1%
Renter-Occupied12.1%
Housing Units700

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-Malachie receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Malachie 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-Malachie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,073 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.6°F
30% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)
Area39.0 sq mi (101.1 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates46.5317°N, 70.7667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"
19% above US avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 142 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 57 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 150 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 113 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 140 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 127 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 107 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 91 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 79 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 117 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 87 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 102 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 65 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 135 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 54 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 28 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 123 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.9 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.4 in

Saint-Malachie has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 8°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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5.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+23.3%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area39.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.9%

Radio Stations near Saint-Malachie

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (320K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 320 kbps
FM93 Québec family MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Québec City, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première Quebec City, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Choi Radio X 98,1 talk MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Quebec City, QC (MP3) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJMD 96.9 Levis, QC hip hop, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (128K MP3 Stream) classical MP3 128 kbps
CKIA 88.3 "Radio Urbaine" Quebec City, QC radio communautaire MP3 192 kbps
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
ckrl radio ckrl MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Malachie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée ferroviaire de Beauce

Libraries in Saint-Malachie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de l'ange0.0
Bibliothèque J.-A.-Kirouac0.0
Bibliothèque Jacques-Labrie0.0
Bibliothèque Laurent-Caron0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Sainte-Claire0.0

Zoos in Saint-Malachie

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miller Zoo

Gas Stations in Saint-Malachie

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Saint-Malachie

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Frampton Brasse - Ferme brassicole

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Malachie

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Malachie

6 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 — — —
Station de ski du Mont Stoneham 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Malachie

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Malachie

What is the population of Saint-Malachie?

Saint-Malachie has a population of 1,667 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 39.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.3% female and 52.7% male.

Is Saint-Malachie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $176,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Malachie safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Malachie?

Saint-Malachie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Malachie?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Malachie is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $790. There are 52 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 14.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Malachie?

The median home value in Saint-Malachie is $176,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $544. The homeownership rate is 87.1%.

How are the schools in Saint-Malachie?

5.5% of adults in Saint-Malachie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Malachie?

The average commute in Saint-Malachie is 27 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Malachie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Malachie is 99.3% White, 0.7% Asian. 2.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.5% speak Spanish.

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