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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.

2.8 /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
2.8 / 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
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units5,515
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

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

Based on current data, Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. 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.

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

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has a population of 11,211 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

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 Only4.7%
94% below US avg
Spanish91.4%
582% above US avg
Other Languages3.9%

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. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, 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: Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts 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

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. The area enjoys 225 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall93.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area49.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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