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Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis, QC

Quebec

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,047. Residents earn $53,200 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,047 Population 12/sq mi density
$53,200 Median Income $32,600 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$400 Median Rent 7.9% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$53,200 median income, 17.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $400/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $53,200
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $400
66% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.3%
381% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

How Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,047
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,200
Per Capita$32,600
Unemployment17.3%
Poverty18.6%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$400
Ownership81.0%
Housing Units500
Rent Burden7.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+23.5%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis 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-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is $53,200, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $400 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

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow.

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis has a population of 1,047 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 89.8 square miles. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.5% of residents, while 99% speak Spanish.

Population

1,047
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
89.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.5%
99% below US avg
Spanish 99.0%
639% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is $53,200, which is 29% 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 17.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.6% 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 24 minutes. 19.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,200
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,600
Avg Weekly Wage$627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.3%
381% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below the national average of $1,163). 81.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 500 total housing units in the city. 7.9% 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$400
66% below US avg
Rent Burden7.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.0%
Owner-Occupied81.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units500

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-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis 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-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. The area receives 19.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.3°F
35% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area89.8 sq mi (232.7 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates49.2280°N, 65.7287°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"
3% above US avg
Snowfall 19.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jan 16, 2015.

Mar 16, 1999 55 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M4.4 60 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 127 km
Sep 21, 2013 53 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada M4.2 61 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 84 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 81 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 93 km
Mar 21, 1991 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 82 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 97 km
Mar 20, 1991 44 km SE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.7 77 km
May 28, 2006 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 54 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 27 km
Jul 21, 2009 63 km SSE of Maliotenam, Canada M3.5 55 km
May 28, 2006 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 55 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 146 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 103 km
May 9, 2006 24 km SSE of Sept-Îles, Canada M3.0 94 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 62 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 3.0 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 2.8 in
May 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in
October 40°F (4°C) 3.6 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.5 in

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 8°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.4").

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5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+23.5%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area89.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

Schools in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Maxime — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Liratou0.0

Theatres in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Pointe Sec - Espace culturel

Clinics in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C.L.S.C Mont-Louis

Gas Stations in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crevier
Gaz-O-Bar

Banks in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Lyall 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Vallières-de-Saint-Réal 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station de ski Mont Miller 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Porphyre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont York 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cuve de l'Aigle 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cuves de la Mine 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rivière-la-Madeleine Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Gros-Morne
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Maxime

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis

What is the population of Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis?

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis has a population of 1,047 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 89.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $53,200, 29% 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 $400 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-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis?

Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches, with 19.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis?

The job market in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $627. There are 32 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 19.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis?

The median home value in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $400. The homeownership rate is 81.0%.

How are the schools in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis?

5.6% of adults in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis?

The average commute in Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis is 99.5% White. 0.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 99% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Grande-Vallée, QC 1,077 pop · 27.3 mi Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, QC 6,121 pop · 35.2 mi Cap-Chat, QC 2,516 pop · 44.1 mi Gaspé, QC 15,063 pop · 62.7 mi Maliotenam, QC 1,610 pop · 70.9 mi Sept-Îles, QC 24,569 pop · 73.2 mi Maria, QC 2,760 pop · 73.7 mi New-Richmond, QC 3,683 pop · 74.0 mi Saint-Alexandre, QC 1,093 pop · 74.9 mi Uashat 27, QC 1,550 pop · 75.2 mi Port-Cartier, QC 6,516 pop · 75.4 mi Chandler, QC 7,490 pop · 77.3 mi Caplan, QC 1,966 pop · 77.8 mi Carleton-sur-Mer, QC 4,081 pop · 79.5 mi
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