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Saint-Noël, QC

Quebec

Saint-Noël is a small town in Quebec with a population of 392. Residents earn $46,400 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
392 Population 22/sq mi density
$46,400 Median Income $40,000 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$448 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 262 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$46,400 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $448/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $46,400
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $448
61% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.2%
87% higher than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,400
Per Capita$40,000
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty23.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$448
Ownership74.4%
Housing Units195
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+22.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Saint-Noël a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Noël 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Saint-Noël has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Noël is $46,400, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Noël is $75,000, 73% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $448 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x 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

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Noël has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow.

Saint-Noël has a population of 392 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 17.7 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

392
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
17.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Noël vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Noël vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Noël is $46,400, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,000. The average weekly wage is $769, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Noël vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,400
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,000
Avg Weekly Wage$769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.2%
87% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Noël is $75,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $448 (61% below the national average of $1,163). 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 195 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$448
61% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units195

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-Noël receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Noël 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-Noël has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.9 inches. The area receives 18.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area17.7 sq mi (45.8 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates48.5834°N, 67.8358°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 18.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 44 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 120 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 121 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 109 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 129 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 138 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 44 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 148 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 53 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 64 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 141 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 60 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 49 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 48 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 62 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 134 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 74 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 30 km
Feb 11, 2016 40 km NNE of Edmundston, Canada M2.5 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 2.8 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
October 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.5 in

Saint-Noël has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 7°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.6").

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4.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+22.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area17.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Radio Stations near Saint-Noël

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine) Matane, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHRM-FM "Plaisir105.3" Matane, QC adult contemporary, country MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Saint-Noël

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancienne gare de Sayabec

Libraries in Saint-Noël

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Quilit0.0
Heritage Lower St-Lawrence0.0

Gas Stations in Saint-Noël

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crevier
Garage Yannick Ouellet

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Noël

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Noël

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) Airport—Small Airport
Causapscal Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Noël

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Noël
Presbytère de Saint-Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Noël

What is the population of Saint-Noël?

Saint-Noël has a population of 392 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 17.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Saint-Noël expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,400, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $448 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Noël safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Noël?

Saint-Noël has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 18.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Noël?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Noël is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $769. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Noël?

The median home value in Saint-Noël is $75,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $448. The homeownership rate is 74.4%.

How are the schools in Saint-Noël?

4.5% of adults in Saint-Noël hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Noël?

The average commute in Saint-Noël is 29 minutes. 91.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Noël?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Noël is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish.

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