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Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix, QC

Quebec

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is a small town in Quebec with a population of 313. Residents earn $54,800 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
313 Population 10/sq mi density
$54,800 Median Income $36,400 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$54,800 median income, 8.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,800
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

How Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population313
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,800
Per Capita$36,400
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty18.5%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$647
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units170
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation860 ft (262 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+16.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix 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-Paul-de-la-Croix has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is $125,000, 56% 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 2.3x 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

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow.

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix has a population of 313 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 30.3 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.6% female and 52.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 96.8% speak Spanish.

Population

313
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
30.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 96.8%
623% above US avg
Other Languages 3.2%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is $54,800, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,400. The average weekly wage is $700, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 18.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,800
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,400
Avg Weekly Wage$700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 170 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 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units170

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-Paul-de-la-Croix receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix 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-Paul-de-la-Croix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.4 inches. The area receives 18.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Area30.3 sq mi (78.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates47.9520°N, 69.1949°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 18.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

84 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 46 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 62 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 66 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 66 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 73 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 61 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 86 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 126 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 104 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 132 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 49 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 120 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 121 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 100 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 56 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 142 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 94 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 53 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 104 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.4 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.2 in

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 7°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.7").

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4.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+16.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area30.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Radio Stations near Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIBM-FM 107.1 "FM107" Riviere-du-Loup, QC (128 kbps MP3) contemporary hit radio, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
CHME-FM 94.9 Les Escoumins, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancien palais du justice de L'Isle-Verte
Maison Louis-Bertrand
Musée St-Laurent
Parc de l'aventure Basque en Amérique

Libraries in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale et CACI0.0
Bibliothèque Rose-Alma-Gaudreau0.0
St-Hubert Bibliotheque0.0

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Edmundston Airport—Small Airport
Estcourt Airport—Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes Airport—Small Airport
Les Escoumins Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix

What is the population of Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix?

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix has a population of 313 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 30.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.6% female and 52.4% male.

Is Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,800, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% 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 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix?

Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 18.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix?

The job market in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $700. There are 10 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 18.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix?

The median home value in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix?

4.9% of adults in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix?

The average commute in Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Paul-de-la-Croix is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.8% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Saint-Jean-de-Dieu, QC 1,651 pop · 7.7 mi L'Isle-Verte, QC 1,356 pop · 7.9 mi Saint-Cyprien, QC 1,078 pop · 9.1 mi Saint-Hubert-de-Rivière-du-Loup, QC 1,412 pop · 9.7 mi Notre-Dame-des-Neiges, QC 1,194 pop · 10.0 mi Saint-Arsène, QC 1,245 pop · 11.4 mi Trois Pistoles, QC 3,115 pop · 11.5 mi Saint-Modeste, QC 1,180 pop · 12.7 mi Cacouna, QC 1,848 pop · 14.4 mi Rivière-du-Loup, QC 20,118 pop · 18.3 mi Saint-Antonin, QC 4,338 pop · 18.6 mi Saint-Simon, QC 1,386 pop · 18.7 mi Saint-Louis-du-Ha Ha, QC 1,311 pop · 22.2 mi Saint-Michel-du-Squatec, QC 1,076 pop · 22.4 mi
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