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Saint-Polycarpe, QC

Quebec

Saint-Polycarpe is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,372. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,372 Population 88/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $41,840 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$820 Median Rent 9.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $820/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,372
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$41,840
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty10.2%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$820
Ownership75.7%
Housing Units1,010
Rent Burden9.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+23.3%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Saint-Polycarpe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Polycarpe receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Saint-Polycarpe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Polycarpe is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Polycarpe is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Polycarpe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow.

Saint-Polycarpe has a population of 2,372 with a density of 88 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 5.9% of residents, while 87.6% speak Spanish.

Population

2,372
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
27.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Polycarpe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 5.9%
92% below US avg
Spanish 87.6%
553% above US avg
Other Languages 6.5%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Polycarpe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Polycarpe is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,840. The average weekly wage is $805, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 74 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 17.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Polycarpe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,840
Avg Weekly Wage$805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Polycarpe is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 75.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,010 total housing units in the city. 9.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg
Rent Burden9.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.7%
Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units1,010

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-Polycarpe receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Polycarpe 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-Polycarpe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area27.0 sq mi (69.9 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates45.3001°N, 74.2992°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
5% above US avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 112 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 100 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 77 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 24 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 76 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 61 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 62 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 68 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 112 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 79 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 95 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 15 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 133 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 40 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 80 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 33 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 101 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 107 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 88 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 29 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FLAT ROCK FIRE 658 71 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.5 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.8 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in

Saint-Polycarpe has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 13°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+23.3%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area27.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

Schools in Saint-Polycarpe

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sacré-Coeur — — — —
École secondaire Soulanges — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Polycarpe

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOD 92.1 & 91.9 "GO FM" Cornwall, ON — AAC

Museums in Saint-Polycarpe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'interprétation du site archéologique Droulers-Tsiionhiakwhata
Greenwood Centre for Living History
Maison Félix-Leclerc
Moulin historique de Coteau-du-Lac
Musée Hudson
Musée Yves-Abran
MUSO

Libraries in Saint-Polycarpe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Lazare0.0
Bibliothèque Gaby-Farmer-Denis0.0
Bibliothèque Jules-Fournier0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Les Coteaux0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Rigaud0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Lucie-Benoit0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Maxime-Raymond0.0
Bibliothèque Myra-Cree0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Polycarpe0.0
SDG Library - Lancaster Branch0.0
The Little Green Library0.0
War Memorial Library Hudson Heights0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Polycarpe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Finnegan's Market
Marché champêtre de Coteau-du-Lac
Marché public de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Clinics in Saint-Polycarpe

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC Saint-Polycarpe

Gas Stations in Saint-Polycarpe

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crevier

Breweries in Saint-Polycarpe

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Wilsy
Microbrasserie Le Castor
Microbrasserie Maltéus
Microbrasserie Trois-Lacs
Wood Brothers Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Polycarpe

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Polycarpe

10 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bois Duvernay 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Glissade 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Habitant 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sommet Olympia 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Chantecler 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Mont Avalanche 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Polycarpe

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Massena International Airport Richards FieldMSSMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Adirondack Airpark Estates Airport—Small Airport
Alexandria Aerodrome—Small Airport
Hawkesbury (East) Airport—Small Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field—Small Airport
Hawkesbury Airport—Small Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip—Small Airport
High Banks Farm Landing Area Airport—Small Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport—Small Airport
Lachute Airport—Small Airport
Lancaster Airpark—Small Airport
Long Sault Airstrip—Small Airport
Malone Dufort Airport—Small Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Maxville Airport—Small Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot—Small Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare Airport—Small Airport
Northway Airport—Small Airport
Potsdam Municipal Airport Damon Field—Small Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)—Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome—Small Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Aerodrome—Small Airport
St-Esprit Aerodrome—Small Airport
St-Jérôme Airport—Small Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport—Small Airport
Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee Airport—Small Airport
Val Morin Airstrip—Small Airport
Vasile Field—Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Polycarpe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Saint-Polycarpe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Polycarpe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Polycarpe

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Polycarpe

What is the population of Saint-Polycarpe?

Saint-Polycarpe has a population of 2,372 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.7% male.

Is Saint-Polycarpe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Polycarpe safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Polycarpe?

Saint-Polycarpe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Polycarpe?

Saint-Polycarpe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $805. There are 74 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 17.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Polycarpe?

The median home value in Saint-Polycarpe is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $820. The homeownership rate is 75.7%.

How are the schools in Saint-Polycarpe?

7.8% of adults in Saint-Polycarpe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Polycarpe?

The average commute in Saint-Polycarpe is 30 minutes. 91% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Polycarpe?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Polycarpe is 95.8% White, 1.7% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 5.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 87.6% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Les Coteaux, QC 5,643 pop · 3.4 mi Saint-Zotique, QC 9,618 pop · 4.2 mi Rivière-Beaudette, QC 2,489 pop · 4.9 mi Saint-Clet, QC 1,700 pop · 5.2 mi Coteau-du-Lac, QC 7,473 pop · 5.7 mi Sainte-Marthe, QC 1,014 pop · 7.3 mi Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, QC 42,787 pop · 8.8 mi Saint-Lazare, QC 22,354 pop · 10.6 mi Sainte-Barbe, QC 1,609 pop · 10.7 mi Saint-Anicet, QC 2,754 pop · 11.5 mi Les Cèdres, QC 7,184 pop · 11.7 mi Saint-Stanislas-de-Kostka, QC 1,852 pop · 11.7 mi Rigaud, QC 7,854 pop · 12.4 mi Hudson, QC 5,411 pop · 12.7 mi
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