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Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is a small city in Quebec with a population of 11,211. Residents earn $58,800 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,211 Population 225/sq mi density
$58,800 Median Income $41,280 per capita
$278,000 Home Value
$770 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 225 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$58,800 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$278,000 home value, $770/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,800
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $278,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

How Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,211
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,800
Per Capita$41,280
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty16.3%
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$278,000
Rent$770
Ownership57.6%
Housing Units5,515
Rent Burden22.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+24.0%
Graduate+3.8%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is $278,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x 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

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 93.7 inches of snow.

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has a population of 11,211 with a density of 225 people per square mile, spread across 49.9 square miles. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 4.7% of residents, while 91.4% speak Spanish.

Population

11,211
Total Population
2021 Census
225
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
49.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 4.7%
94% below US avg
Spanish 91.4%
582% above US avg
Other Languages 3.9%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is $58,800, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,280. The average weekly wage is $794, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 348 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,800
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,280
Avg Weekly Wage$794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)348

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is $278,000, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 57.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,515 total housing units in the city. 22.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,000
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.6%
Owner-Occupied57.6%
Renter-Occupied42.4%
Housing Units5,515

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, Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts 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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Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 93.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Area49.9 sq mi (129.1 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates46.0501°N, 74.2825°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"
28% above US avg
Snowfall 93.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 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 94 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 111 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 13 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 62 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 114 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 13 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 22 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 77 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 55 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 55 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 85 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 85 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 89 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 76 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 52 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 89 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 25 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 96 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 104 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 37 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 3.4 in
February 10°F (-12°C) 3.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.1 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 4.4 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 4.1 in

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 10°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.1").

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10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+24.0%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area49.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.7%

Colleges & Universities in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Centre collégial de Mont-Tremblant
Centre Collégial Mont-Tremblant

Schools in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame de la Sagesse
École Lionel-Groulx
École Monseigneur Bazinet
CFP Fleur-des-Neiges
Centre de Formation générale des Cimes
Ste Agathe Academy
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Radio Stations near Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ecology Centre
Musée du Ski
Musée Zénon-Alary

Libraries in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIO0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs0.0
Bibliothèque du Lac0.0
Bibliothèque Francine Paquette de Val-Morin0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque publique de Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci0.0
Biblitheque Gaston-Miron0.0
Morin Heights Public Library0.0
Réseau BIBLIO des Laurentides0.0
St-Sauveur Biblotheque0.0
Val-David Bibliotheque0.0

Farmers Markets in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché d'été de Val-David
Vogel
Yann & Cie

Hotels in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge de La Tour du Lac
Auberge du Lac des Sables
Hôtel Spa Watel

Cafes in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Dépôt
Couleur Café
Station Lunch
Tim Hortons
Vox

Theatres in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre Le Patriote

Clinics in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC
CLSC Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

Dentists in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Dentaire Routhier
Clinique Dentaire Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

Veterinaries in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

S P C A Laurentides-Labelle Inc

Gas Stations in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire Essence+
Couche-Tard
Esso
Petro-Canada
Shell
Ultramar

Banks in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins
National Bank

Breweries in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Camp de Base

Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

21 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
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 $0
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Rigaud 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
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0

Airports Near Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza AirstripSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Michel-des-Saints AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise Ste-Agathe-des-Monts
Espérance de Vie
House Of Israel
Trinity Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

What is the population of Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts?

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has a population of 11,211 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 225 people per square mile, spread across 49.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $278,000 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts?

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches, with 93.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts?

The job market in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $794. There are 348 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 15.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts?

The median home value in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is $278,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $770. The homeownership rate is 57.6%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts?

10.0% of adults in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.0% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts?

The average commute in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is 98% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Asian. 4.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 91.4% speak Spanish.

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