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Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, QC

Quebec

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.

3.3 /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
3.3 / 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
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,165
Rent Burden12.2%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

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 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan has a population of 5,453 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

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 Only1.2%
98% below US avg
Spanish96.2%
618% above US avg
Other Languages2.6%

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. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg

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 average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. The area enjoys 238 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall80.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area30.9 sq mi (80.1 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates45.8592°N, 73.5896°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area30.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

Nearby Cities

Saint-Esprit, QC 2,011 pop · 4.6 mi L'Épiphanie, QC 8,883 pop · 5.2 mi Saint-Jacques, QC 4,302 pop · 6.3 mi Saint-Alexis, QC 1,370 pop · 6.4 mi Sainte-Marie-Salomé, QC 1,221 pop · 6.7 mi Mascouche, QC 51,183 pop · 7.6 mi L'Assomption, QC 23,442 pop · 8.1 mi Saint-Lin-Laurentides, QC 24,030 pop · 8.5 mi Lac-Lapierre, QC 2,480 pop · 9.2 mi Crabtree, QC 4,155 pop · 9.5 mi Sainte-Julienne, QC 11,173 pop · 9.6 mi Saint-Liguori, QC 2,066 pop · 10.3 mi Repentigny, QC 86,100 pop · 10.5 mi Saint-Charles, QC 1,482 pop · 10.9 mi
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