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Saint-Zénon, QC

Quebec

Saint-Zénon is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,317. Residents earn $52,000 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,317 Population 8/sq mi density
$52,000 Median Income $41,500 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$620 Median Rent 11.7% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$52,000 median income, 15.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $620/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,000
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $620
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,317
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C
Median Income$52,000
Per Capita$41,500
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty21.4%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$620
Ownership83.1%
Housing Units740
Rent Burden11.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+28.2%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Saint-Zénon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Zénon receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Saint-Zénon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Zénon is $52,000, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Zénon is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $620 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

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Zénon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 17.8 inches of snow.

Saint-Zénon has a population of 1,317 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 177.8 square miles. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.5% female and 55.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.9% of residents, while 94.3% speak Spanish.

Population

1,317
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
177.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Zénon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.9%
98% below US avg
Spanish 94.3%
604% above US avg
Other Languages 3.8%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Zénon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Zénon is $52,000, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,500. The average weekly wage is $798, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 41 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 17.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Saint-Zénon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,000
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,500
Avg Weekly Wage$798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Zénon is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). 83.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 740 total housing units in the city. 11.7% 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$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below US avg
Rent Burden11.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.1%
Owner-Occupied83.1%
Renter-Occupied16.9%
Housing Units740

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-Zénon receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Zénon 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-Zénon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 17.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,565 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Area177.8 sq mi (460.4 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates46.5619°N, 73.8182°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 17.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

121 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 M5.4 148 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 136 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 79 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 126 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 137 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 148 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 88 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 80 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 143 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 98 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 120 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 149 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 99 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 109 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 147 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 119 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 148 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 100 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 82 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 2.7 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 3.2 in

Saint-Zénon has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 5°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.4").

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4.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.2% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+28.2%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area177.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.8%

Schools in Saint-Zénon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Bérard
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Radio Stations near Saint-Zénon

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps

Hotels in Saint-Zénon

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge le Cabanon

Gas Stations in Saint-Zénon

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harnois

Banks in Saint-Zénon

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Zénon

20 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vallée Bleue 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
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Avalanche 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

Airports Near Saint-Zénon

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Michel-des-Saints AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Zénon

What is the population of Saint-Zénon?

Saint-Zénon has a population of 1,317 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 177.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.5% female and 55.9% male.

Is Saint-Zénon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,000, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 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-Zénon safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Zénon?

Saint-Zénon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 17.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Zénon?

The job market in Saint-Zénon faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $798. There are 41 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 17.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Zénon?

The median home value in Saint-Zénon is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620. The homeownership rate is 83.1%.

How are the schools in Saint-Zénon?

4.9% of adults in Saint-Zénon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.2% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Zénon?

The average commute in Saint-Zénon is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Zénon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Zénon is 98.1% White. 1.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.3% speak Spanish.

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