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Saint-Prosper, QC

Quebec

Saint-Prosper is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,596. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,596 Population 70/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $40,600 per capita
$155,000 Home Value
$532 Median Rent 5.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,000 home value, $532/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $532
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,596
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$40,600
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty10.2%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,000
Rent$532
Ownership77.6%
Housing Units1,560
Rent Burden5.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+18.1%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Saint-Prosper a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Prosper receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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-Prosper offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Prosper is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Prosper is $155,000, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $532 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

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Prosper has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow.

Saint-Prosper has a population of 3,596 with a density of 70 people per square mile, spread across 51.6 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1% of residents, while 98.2% speak Spanish.

Population

3,596
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
51.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Prosper vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.0%
99% below US avg
Spanish 98.2%
633% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saint-Prosper vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Prosper is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,600. The average weekly wage is $781, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above 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 111 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Prosper vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,600
Avg Weekly Wage$781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)111

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Prosper is $155,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $532 (54% below the national average of $1,163). 77.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,560 total housing units in the city. 5.8% 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$155,000
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$532
54% below US avg
Rent Burden5.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.6%
Owner-Occupied77.6%
Renter-Occupied22.4%
Housing Units1,560

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-Prosper receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Prosper 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-Prosper has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 15.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.7°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area51.6 sq mi (133.7 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates46.6139°N, 72.2941°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above US avg
Snowfall 15.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

53 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 71 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 135 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 109 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 121 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 146 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 109 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 73 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 53 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 125 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 71 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 133 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 120 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 98 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 97 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 104 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 131 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 115 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 135 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 53 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in
September 56°F (14°C) 4.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.8 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.4 in

Saint-Prosper has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+18.1%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area51.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Radio Stations near Saint-Prosper

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC news, talk MP3
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CHOC 88.7 classic hits, folk MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Club Bandstand big band, jazz MP3 128 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-Prosper

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison Rocheleau

Libraries in Saint-Prosper

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Émilie-Bordeleau0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Charles-Magnan0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Prosper

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché aux puces de Trois-Rivières

Airports Near Saint-Prosper

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Lac à la Perchaude Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Paquet Airport—Small Airport
Québec / Neuville Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Sorel Airport—Small Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) Airport—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Prosper

What is the population of Saint-Prosper?

Saint-Prosper has a population of 3,596 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 51.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.5% male.

Is Saint-Prosper expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $155,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $532 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-Prosper safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Prosper?

Saint-Prosper has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches, with 15.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Prosper?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Prosper is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $781. There are 111 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 12.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Prosper?

The median home value in Saint-Prosper is $155,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $532. The homeownership rate is 77.6%.

How are the schools in Saint-Prosper?

7.5% of adults in Saint-Prosper hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.1% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Prosper?

The average commute in Saint-Prosper is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Prosper?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Prosper is 99.3% White. 1% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.2% speak Spanish.

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