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Saint-Octave-de-Métis, QC

Quebec

Saint-Octave-de-Métis is a small town in Quebec with a population of 493. Residents earn $61,600 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
493 Population 17/sq mi density
$61,600 Median Income $35,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$61,600 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,600
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,600
Per Capita$35,800
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty17.2%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$647
Ownership88.4%
Housing Units215
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+13.3%
Graduate+4.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Saint-Octave-de-Métis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Octave-de-Métis receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, an elevated poverty rate. Saint-Octave-de-Métis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Octave-de-Métis is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Octave-de-Métis is $150,000, 47% 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 2.4x 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

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Octave-de-Métis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow.

Saint-Octave-de-Métis has a population of 493 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 29.0 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.9% female and 54.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

493
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
29.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Octave-de-Métis 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-Octave-de-Métis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Octave-de-Métis is $61,600, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,800. The average weekly wage is $688, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 39.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Octave-de-Métis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,600
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,800
Avg Weekly Wage$688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Octave-de-Métis is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 88.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 17.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.4%
Owner-Occupied88.4%
Renter-Occupied9.3%
Housing Units215

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-Octave-de-Métis receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Octave-de-Métis 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-Octave-de-Métis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.7 inches. The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Area29.0 sq mi (75.2 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates48.6011°N, 68.0802°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 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 59 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 129 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 131 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 120 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 137 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 122 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 41 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 147 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 66 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 52 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 148 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 52 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 46 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 43 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 53 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 146 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 56 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 47 km
Jan 7, 2012 8 km WNW of Rivière-du-Loup, Canada M2.6 144 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 8°F (-13°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.5 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in Wettest
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.4 in

Saint-Octave-de-Métis has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 8°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.5").

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10.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 13.3% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+13.3%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area29.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.3%

Radio Stations near Saint-Octave-de-Métis

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Octave-de-Métis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'interprétation Zoom Nature

Libraries in Saint-Octave-de-Métis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Jean-Louis-Desrosiers0.0
Heritage Lower St-Lawrence0.0

Gas Stations in Saint-Octave-de-Métis

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gaz-O-Bar

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Octave-de-Métis

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Saint-Octave-de-Métis

5 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Octave-de-Métis

What is the population of Saint-Octave-de-Métis?

Saint-Octave-de-Métis has a population of 493 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 29.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.9% female and 54.1% male.

Is Saint-Octave-de-Métis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,600, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Octave-de-Métis safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Octave-de-Métis?

Saint-Octave-de-Métis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Octave-de-Métis?

The job market in Saint-Octave-de-Métis faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $688. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 39.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Octave-de-Métis?

The median home value in Saint-Octave-de-Métis is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 88.4%.

How are the schools in Saint-Octave-de-Métis?

10.7% of adults in Saint-Octave-de-Métis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 13.3% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Octave-de-Métis?

The average commute in Saint-Octave-de-Métis is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 39.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Octave-de-Métis?

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

Nearby Cities

Price, QC 1,729 pop · 2.1 mi Mont-Joli, QC 6,384 pop · 5.3 mi Saint-Gabriel-de-Rimouski, QC 1,177 pop · 13.1 mi Sainte-Luce, QC 2,845 pop · 13.1 mi Luceville, QC 1,112 pop · 15.0 mi Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, QC 3,019 pop · 17.9 mi Sayabec, QC 1,706 pop · 18.2 mi Saint-Ulric, QC 1,567 pop · 21.5 mi Rimouski, QC 48,935 pop · 22.9 mi Saint-Narcisse-de-Rimouski, QC 1,084 pop · 27.1 mi Matane, QC 13,987 pop · 29.9 mi Amqui, QC 5,999 pop · 31.2 mi Le Bic, QC 1,115 pop · 32.1 mi Pointe-aux-Outardes, QC 1,434 pop · 34.2 mi
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