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Sainte-Florence, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Florence is a small town in Quebec with a population of 367. Residents earn $46,800 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
367 Population 9/sq mi density
$46,800 Median Income $31,700 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$476 Median Rent 8.1% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$46,800 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $476/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,800
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $476
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female51% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,800
Per Capita$31,700
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty26.8%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$476
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units190
Rent Burden8.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+17.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Sainte-Florence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Florence receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sainte-Florence has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Florence is $46,800, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Florence is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $476 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Florence has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 62°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 18.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sainte-Florence has a population of 367 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 40.0 square miles. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

367
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
40.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Florence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Florence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Florence is $46,800, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Florence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,800
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Florence is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $476 (59% below the national average of $1,163). There are 190 total housing units in the city. 8.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$476
59% below US avg
Rent Burden8.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Renter-Occupied21.1%
Housing Units190

Property Tax

In Sainte-Florence, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sainte-Florence 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-Florence has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 18.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall18.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area40.0 sq mi (103.5 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates48.2648°N, 67.2395°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 2.6 in
March 20°F (-7°C) 2.8 in
April 33°F (1°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.9 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.7 in

Sainte-Florence has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 5°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.6").

4.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+17.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area40.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Florence

What is the population of Sainte-Florence?

Sainte-Florence has a population of 367 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 40.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.3% female and 51.4% male.

Is Sainte-Florence expensive to live in?

Sainte-Florence is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,800, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $476 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sainte-Florence?

Sainte-Florence 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 62°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 18.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Sainte-Florence?

The unemployment rate in Sainte-Florence is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Florence?

The median home value in Sainte-Florence is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $476.

How are the schools in Sainte-Florence?

4.4% of adults in Sainte-Florence hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sainte-Florence?

The obesity rate in Sainte-Florence is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Florence?

The average commute in Sainte-Florence is 26 minutes. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Florence?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Florence is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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