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Sainte-Félicité, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Félicité is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,100. Residents earn $50,400 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,100 Population 31/sq mi density
$50,400 Median Income $30,600 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$50,400 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,400
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.6%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,100
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,400
Per Capita$30,600
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty25.6%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$647
Ownership86.1%
Housing Units180
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+20.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Sainte-Félicité a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Félicité receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Sainte-Félicité has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Félicité is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Félicité is $90,000, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Félicité has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow.

Sainte-Félicité has a population of 1,100 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 35.0 square miles. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.4% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

1,100
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
35.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Félicité vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.4%
98% below US avg
Spanish 100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Félicité vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Félicité is $50,400, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $588, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 34 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Félicité vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,400
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,600
Avg Weekly Wage$588

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.6%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Félicité is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 86.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 180 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.1%
Owner-Occupied86.1%
Renter-Occupied13.9%
Housing Units180

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-Félicité receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Félicité 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-Félicité has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 19.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,165 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Area35.0 sq mi (90.7 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates46.9654°N, 69.9495°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.7"
18% above US avg
Snowfall 19.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.84"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

94 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 89 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 78 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 113 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 94 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 91 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 107 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 82 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 90 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 75 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 97 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 59 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 146 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 63 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 57 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 49 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 79 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 68 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 53 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 83 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 4.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.5 in

Sainte-Félicité has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 8°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.6").

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3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+20.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area35.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Schools in Sainte-Félicité

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sainte-Félicité — — — —
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Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Félicité

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Le Massif 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Sainte-Félicité

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlevoix AirportYMLMedium Airport
Clayton Lake Strip—Small Airport
Grosse-Île Airport—Small Airport
Île aux Coudres Airport—Small Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite Airport—Small Airport
Île-aux-Grues Airport—Small Airport
Montmagny Airport—Small Airport
Red Pine Grove Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Cyprien Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Félicité

What is the population of Sainte-Félicité?

Sainte-Félicité has a population of 1,100 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 35.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Sainte-Félicité expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sainte-Félicité safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Félicité?

Sainte-Félicité has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Félicité?

The unemployment rate in Sainte-Félicité is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $588. There are 34 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Félicité?

The median home value in Sainte-Félicité is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 86.1%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Félicité?

3.0% of adults in Sainte-Félicité hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Félicité?

The average commute in Sainte-Félicité is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Félicité?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Félicité is 100% White. 1.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish.

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