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Saint-Narcisse, QC

Quebec

Saint-Narcisse is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,801. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,801 Population 44/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $40,000 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$612 Median Rent 9.1% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $612/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $612
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,801
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$40,000
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty15.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$612
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units850
Rent Burden9.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+24.8%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Saint-Narcisse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Narcisse receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Narcisse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Narcisse is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Narcisse is $174,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $612 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.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Narcisse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 14.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saint-Narcisse has a population of 1,801 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

1,801
Total Population
2021 Census
44
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
41.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Narcisse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish97.2%
626% above US avg
Other Languages2%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Narcisse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Narcisse is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Saint-Narcisse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Narcisse is $174,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $612 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$612
47% below US avg
Rent Burden9.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.9%
Renter-Occupied24.1%
Housing Units850

Property Tax

In Saint-Narcisse, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Saint-Narcisse vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Saint-Narcisse has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall14.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area41.2 sq mi (106.7 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates46.5640°N, 72.4705°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+24.8%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area41.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home15.4%

Nearby Cities

Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan, QC 1,028 pop · 6.7 mi Saint-Maurice, QC 3,432 pop · 7.2 mi Saint-Prosper, QC 3,596 pop · 9.1 mi Hérouxville, QC 1,367 pop · 10.2 mi Champlain, QC 1,807 pop · 10.4 mi Saint-Tite, QC 3,672 pop · 12.5 mi Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade, QC 2,031 pop · 13.0 mi Shawinigan, QC 49,620 pop · 13.2 mi Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets, QC 1,183 pop · 13.3 mi Gentilly, QC 1,634 pop · 14.7 mi Bécancour, QC 13,561 pop · 15.5 mi Trois-Rivières, QC 139,163 pop · 15.6 mi Saint-Ubalde, QC 1,456 pop · 16.1 mi Saint-Étienne-des-Grès, QC 4,539 pop · 16.8 mi
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