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Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,453. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,453 Population 176/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $45,720 per capita
$314,000 Home Value
$795 Median Rent 12.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 238 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$314,000 home value, $795/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 $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $314,000
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

How Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,453
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$45,720
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty10.8%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$314,000
Rent$795
Ownership68.1%
Housing Units2,165
Rent Burden12.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+23.9%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute33 min

Is Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is $314,000, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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%. 23.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches, including 80.0 inches of snow.

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan has a population of 5,453 with a density of 176 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (99%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.2% of residents, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

Population

5,453
Total Population
2021 Census
176
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
30.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.2%
98% below US avg
Spanish 96.2%
618% above US avg
Other Languages 2.6%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,720 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $879, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 169 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 16.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,720
Avg Weekly Wage$879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)169

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is $314,000, 11% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 68.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,165 total housing units in the city. 12.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$314,000
11% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% below US avg
Rent Burden12.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.1%
Owner-Occupied68.1%
Renter-Occupied32.1%
Housing Units2,165

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-Roch-de-l'Achigan receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan 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-Roch-de-l'Achigan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 80.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area30.9 sq mi (80.1 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates45.8592°N, 73.5896°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above US avg
Snowfall 80.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 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 M5.4 146 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 150 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 67 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 75 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 66 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 57 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 113 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 113 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 99 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 128 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 27 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 134 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 78 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 78 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 131 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 76 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 82 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 74 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 68 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 35°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.0 in

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 12°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+23.9%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area30.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home16.4%

Schools in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame
École secondaire de l'Achigan
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Radio Stations near Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ICI Radio-Canada Première Montréal news, talk AAC 128 kbps
CJAD 800 local news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première - Montréal, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHMP 985 FM talk MP3
BPM sports 91.9 sports MP3 64 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
ICI Musique - Montréal AAC 48 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii japanese, japanese idols MP3 128 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) idol, japanese MP3 128 kbps
Techno.FM techno MP3 320 kbps
CFQR 600 canada, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC catholic, religious MP3 192 kbps
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) classical MP3 128 kbps
CFQR 600 Montreal, QC classic hits, news talk MP3 160 kbps
CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC campus radio, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKAC 730 "Radio Circulation" Montreal traffic information MP3
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (320K MP3) classical MP3 320 kbps
CKUT 90.3 FM alternative, campus radio MP3 192 kbps
CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
Magic FM Montreal AAC 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Classique - Montreal, QC classical AAC 48 kbps
Gravity House deep house, house AAC+ 160 kbps
Radio Sport Montréal MP3
CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC oldies MP3 64 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps
CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banque canadienne national
Centre interprétation de l'Eau
Écomuseum de la Pointe-aux-Trembles
Maison Bélisle
Maison d'histoire de Terrebonne
Maison Hamilton
Musée d'art de Joliette

Libraries in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque André-Guérard0.0
Bibliothèque Camille-Laurin0.0
Bibliothèque de Bois-des-Filion0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Ile-des-Moulins0.0
Bibliothèque de Lorraine0.0
Bibliothèque de Rivière-des-Prairies0.0
Bibliothèque de Rosemère0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Paul0.0
Bibliothèque Edmond-Archambault0.0
Bibliothèque Gisèle Paré0.0
Bibliotheque Jacqueline-Plante0.0
Bibliothèque Julio-Jean-Pierre0.0
Bibliothèque Laure-Conan0.0
Bibliothèque Ludovic-Laurier0.0
Bibliothèque Marius-Barbeau0.0
Bibliothèque Marius-Barbeau0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Bernard-Patenaude0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Crabtree0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Boisbriand0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Sainte-Thérèse0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de St-Sulpice0.0
Bibliothèque municipale-scolaire Dansereau-Larose0.0
Bibliothèque Rina-Lasnier0.0
Bibliothèque Robert-Lussier0.0
Bibliothèque Serge-Bouchard0.0
Bibliothèque Sylvain-Garneau0.0
Espace des Bâtisseurs0.0
Maison de la Culture0.0

Cafes in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #486670170

Gas Stations in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harnois
Petro-Canada

Banks in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Breweries in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Artisanale Maltström
L'Apothicaire Microbrasserie
Microbrasserie L'ours Brun

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

20 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Garceau 0.0 $0
Piste de Glisse 0.0 $0
Ski La Réserve 0.0 $0
Station touristique Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Zone Telemark Montagne Noir 0.0 $0
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0
Ski Chantecler 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Farnham AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Louiseville AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Rougemont AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Sorel AirportSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre Déclic-Action

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan

What is the population of Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan?

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan has a population of 5,453 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 176 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $314,000 (11% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan?

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches, with 80.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $879. There are 169 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 16.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan?

The median home value in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is $314,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $795. The homeownership rate is 68.1%.

How are the schools in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan?

7.8% of adults in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan?

The average commute in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan is 99% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 1.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

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