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Saint-Paulin, QC

Quebec

Saint-Paulin is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,541. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,541 Population 42/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$560 Median Rent 11.4% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $560/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $560
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,541
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty18.8%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$560
Ownership74.3%
Housing Units720
Rent Burden11.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation518 ft (158 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+24.4%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Saint-Paulin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Paulin 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, below-average incomes. Saint-Paulin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Paulin is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Paulin is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $560 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x 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

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Paulin 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 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow.

Saint-Paulin has a population of 1,541 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 36.8 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.7% of residents, while 98.7% speak Spanish.

Population

1,541
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
36.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Paulin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.7%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.7%
637% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Paulin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Paulin is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 48 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 13.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Paulin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Paulin is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $560 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 74.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 720 total housing units in the city. 11.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, 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$560
52% below US avg
Rent Burden11.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.3%
Owner-Occupied74.3%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units720

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-Paulin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Paulin 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-Paulin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The area receives 15.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 518 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Area36.8 sq mi (95.4 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates46.4177°N, 73.0138°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 15.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

68 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 130 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 119 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 148 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 119 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 134 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 119 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 76 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 148 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 149 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 129 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 135 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 46 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 53 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 142 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 142 km
May 19, 1992 8 km WNW of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 150 km
Nov 2, 2009 5 km S of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.6 138 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 107 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 72 km
Feb 28, 2010 5 km NNW of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.4 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 22°F (-5°C) 2.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 4.1 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.2 in

Saint-Paulin has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").

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5.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+24.4%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area36.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Radio Stations near Saint-Paulin

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC news, talk MP3
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Rythme 100,1 Mauricie adult pop MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Saint-Paulin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Garage de la Culture

Libraries in Saint-Paulin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Saint-Etienne-des-Grès0.0
Bibliothèque Denise-L.-Noël0.0
La grande bibliothèque du Duché0.0
Louiseville Bibliotheque0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Paulin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Général
Une Faim de Loup

Hotels in Saint-Paulin

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Damphousse
Auberge Le Baluchon

Cafes in Saint-Paulin

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bois Café

Gas Stations in Saint-Paulin

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Banks in Saint-Paulin

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Breweries in Saint-Paulin

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Dépareillée
Microbrasserie Nouvelle France

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Paulin

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Paulin

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Joliette Airport—Small Airport
L'Assomption Airport—Small Airport
Lac à la Perchaude Airport—Small Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport—Small Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport—Small Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)—Small Airport
Sorel Airport—Small Airport
St-Esprit Aerodrome—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
ULM Québec Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Paulin

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada Saint-Paulin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Paulin

What is the population of Saint-Paulin?

Saint-Paulin has a population of 1,541 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 36.8 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 50% female and 50% male.

Is Saint-Paulin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,000, 23% 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 $560 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Paulin safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Paulin?

Saint-Paulin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 15.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Paulin?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Paulin is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $723. There are 48 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 13.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Paulin?

The median home value in Saint-Paulin is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $560. The homeownership rate is 74.3%.

How are the schools in Saint-Paulin?

5.5% of adults in Saint-Paulin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Paulin?

The average commute in Saint-Paulin is 25 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Paulin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Paulin is 100% White. 0.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.7% speak Spanish.

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