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Sainte-Flavie, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Flavie is a small town in Quebec with a population of 904. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
904 Population 61/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $42,300 per capita
$186,000 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population904
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$42,300
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty13.8%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$500
Ownership80.9%
Housing Units470
Rent Burden13.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+27.7%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Sainte-Flavie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Flavie receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sainte-Flavie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Flavie is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Flavie is $186,000, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x 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

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Flavie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow.

Sainte-Flavie has a population of 904 with a density of 61 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.4% female and 46.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.1% of residents, while 97.8% speak Spanish.

Population

904
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
14.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Flavie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.8%
630% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Flavie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Flavie is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,300. The average weekly wage is $813, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 28 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 19.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Flavie vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,300
Avg Weekly Wage$813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Flavie is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163). 80.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 470 total housing units in the city. 13.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.9%
Owner-Occupied80.9%
Renter-Occupied19.2%
Housing Units470

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-Flavie receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Flavie 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-Flavie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. The area receives 16.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area14.8 sq mi (38.2 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates48.6103°N, 68.2304°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below US avg
Snowfall 16.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.58"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 147 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 68 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 135 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 139 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 128 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 143 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 112 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 42 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 148 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 70 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 55 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 43 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 51 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 48 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 51 km
Nov 4, 2013 19 km E of Forestville, Canada M2.7 45 km
Oct 15, 2013 15 km N of Amqui, Canada M2.6 58 km
Jan 7, 2012 8 km WNW of Rivière-du-Loup, Canada M2.6 136 km
Sep 20, 2016 5 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M2.6 149 km
Feb 11, 2016 40 km NNE of Edmundston, Canada M2.5 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-13°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.5 in
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.5 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.4 in

Sainte-Flavie has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 10°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.4").

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13.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+27.7%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density61/sq mi
Total Area14.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.4%

Radio Stations near Sainte-Flavie

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFYX-FM 93.3 Rimouski, QC news talk MP3 160 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Bas-Saint-Laurent) Rimouski, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine (Rimouski, QC) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKMN 96.5 FM community radio, rimouski MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Sainte-Flavie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'interprétation Zoom Nature
Site historique maritime de Pointe-au-Père

Libraries in Sainte-Flavie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Pointe-aux-Pères0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Louis-Desrosiers0.0
Bibliothèque Sainte-Luce-sur-Mer0.0
Bibliothèque Secteur Luceville0.0

Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Flavie

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 $0
Abandoned Ski Sector 0.0 $0
Mont Ti-Basse 0.0 $0

Airports Near Sainte-Flavie

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Flavie

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Sainte-Flavie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Flavie

What is the population of Sainte-Flavie?

Sainte-Flavie has a population of 904 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.4% female and 46.1% male.

Is Sainte-Flavie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sainte-Flavie safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Flavie?

Sainte-Flavie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 16.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Flavie?

The unemployment rate in Sainte-Flavie is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $813. There are 28 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 19.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Flavie?

The median home value in Sainte-Flavie is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $500. The homeownership rate is 80.9%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Flavie?

13.3% of adults in Sainte-Flavie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.7% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Flavie?

The average commute in Sainte-Flavie is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Flavie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Flavie is 97.5% White, 2.5% Black or African American. 1.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.8% speak Spanish.

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