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Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu, QC
Quebec
Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu is a small town in Quebec with a population of 507. Residents earn $69,000 per year, which is 8% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu is $69,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x 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
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 14.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu vs U.S. Average
Income: Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,000 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,000 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $788 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.5% |
| 247% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 57.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $200,000 |
| 29% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $647 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 18.9% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 83.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.7% |
| Housing Units | 210 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8604°N, 72.8970°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.1 in |
Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 11°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 2.9% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 27.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Total Area | 19.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 32.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 57.7% |
Radio Stations near Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC | news, talk | MP3 | |
| CFNJ | misc | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHOC 88.7 | classic hits, folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Viva 105,3 Drummondville | drummondville, francophone | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Rythme 100,1 Mauricie | adult pop | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biophare | ||||
| Centre des arts contemporains du Québec à Sorel-Tracy | ||||
| Maison des Gouverneurs | ||||
| Musée des Abénakis |
Libraries in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIBLIO Notre-Dame-De-Pierreville | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque «Le Survenant» | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Anne-Marie-Doyon | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de la Faculté de médecine vétérinaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Massueville | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Yamaska | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Réjean Ducharme | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque T-A-St-Germain | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Marché public de Saint-Hyacinthe | |||||
| Marché Omni - Entreprise M. Brazeau inc. |
Breweries in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasseurs du monde | ||||
| Brasseurs du Monde |
Ski Resorts Near Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromont Montagne d'Expérience | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Orford | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Saint-Bruno | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montagne coupée | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport | ZBM | Medium Airport |
| Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | YHU | Medium Airport |
| St Jean Airport | YJN | Medium Airport |
| Trois-Rivières Airport | YRQ | Medium Airport |
| Bouthillier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Drummondville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farnham Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| L'Assomption Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louiseville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu/Messier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rougemont Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation) | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sorel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Dominique Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Louis-de-France Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| ULM Québec Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Valcourt Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de poste St-Marcel-de-Richelieu |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu
What is the population of Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu?
Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu has a population of 507 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 52.9% male.
Is Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu expensive to live in?
The median household income is $69,000, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu?
Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 14.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu?
The job market in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $788. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 57.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu?
The median home value in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 83.3%.
How are the schools in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu?
2.9% of adults in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu?
The average commute in Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 57.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Marcel-de-Richelieu is 98.8% White. 1% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.1% speak Spanish.