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Saint-Prime, QC

Quebec

Saint-Prime is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,760. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,760 Population 49/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $43,720 per capita
$184,000 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 7.4% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,000 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,000
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,760
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$43,720
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty9.5%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,000
Rent$500
Ownership78.8%
Housing Units1,180
Rent Burden7.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+16.1%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Saint-Prime a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Prime receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Saint-Prime offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Prime is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Prime is $184,000, 35% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x 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

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Prime has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow.

Saint-Prime has a population of 2,760 with a density of 49 people per square mile, spread across 56.8 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.4% of residents, while 98.6% speak Spanish.

Population

2,760
Total Population
2021 Census
49
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
56.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Prime vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.4%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.6%
635% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Prime vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Prime is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,720 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $841, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 86 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Prime vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,720
Avg Weekly Wage$841

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)86

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Prime is $184,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163). 78.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,180 total housing units in the city. 7.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,000
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden7.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.8%
Owner-Occupied78.8%
Renter-Occupied20.8%
Housing Units1,180

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-Prime receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Prime 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-Prime has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 275 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 33.5 inches. The area receives 13.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area56.8 sq mi (147.2 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates48.5924°N, 72.3356°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.5"
12% below US avg
Snowfall 13.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 19, 2022.

Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 114 km
Jan 19, 2022 11 km SSE of Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, Canada M2.5 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 1.9 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.3 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
November 28°F (-3°C) 3.0 in
December 10°F (-13°C) 2.5 in

Saint-Prime has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 1°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.8").

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9.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.1% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+16.1%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area56.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Museums in Saint-Prime

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
L'Univers de Bilodeau Canada
Moulin
Musée amérindien de Mashteuiatsh
Musée de la Vieille Fromagerie Perron
Val Jalbert

Hotels in Saint-Prime

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Gîte du Lac

Gas Stations in Saint-Prime

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Irving

Banks in Saint-Prime

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Golf Courses in Saint-Prime

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf Saint-Prime Sur Le Lac

Breweries in Saint-Prime

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Chouape
Microbrasserie La Chouape

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Prime

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Do-Mi-Ski Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Saint-Prime

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alma AirportYTFMedium Airport
Dolbeau-Saint-Felicien AirportYDOMedium Airport
Roberval AirportYRJMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Prime

What is the population of Saint-Prime?

Saint-Prime has a population of 2,760 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 56.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Saint-Prime expensive to live in?

The median household income is $75,000, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $184,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Prime safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Prime?

Saint-Prime has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches, with 13.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Prime?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Prime is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $841. There are 86 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 15.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Prime?

The median home value in Saint-Prime is $184,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $500. The homeownership rate is 78.8%.

How are the schools in Saint-Prime?

9.4% of adults in Saint-Prime hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.1% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Prime?

The average commute in Saint-Prime is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Prime?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Prime is 99.5% White. 0.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.6% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Mashteuiatsh, QC 2,010 pop · 4.9 mi Saint-Félicien, QC 10,089 pop · 6.5 mi Roberval, QC 9,840 pop · 7.0 mi Chambord, QC 1,748 pop · 16.5 mi La Doré, QC 1,359 pop · 16.6 mi Normandin, QC 2,991 pop · 18.9 mi Dolbeau-Mistassini, QC 13,718 pop · 20.3 mi Albanel, QC 2,181 pop · 20.7 mi Métabetchouan, QC 2,123 pop · 21.4 mi Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc, QC 1,101 pop · 22.1 mi Pont Rouge, QC 7,518 pop · 23.2 mi Lac-Bouchette, QC 1,183 pop · 24.0 mi Pointe-du-Lac, QC 7,104 pop · 26.1 mi Saint-Gédéon, QC 2,177 pop · 26.8 mi
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