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Sainte-Hedwidge, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Hedwidge is a small town in Quebec with a population of 870. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
870 Population 5/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $41,700 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population870
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$41,700
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty12.2%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$500
Ownership83.1%
Housing Units415
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+21.7%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Sainte-Hedwidge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Hedwidge receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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-Hedwidge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Hedwidge is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Hedwidge is $150,000, 47% 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 2.2x 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

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Hedwidge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow.

Sainte-Hedwidge has a population of 870 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 178.3 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.6% of residents, while 99.4% speak Spanish.

Population

870
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
178.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Hedwidge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.6%
99% below US avg
Spanish 99.4%
642% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Hedwidge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Hedwidge is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,700. The average weekly wage is $802, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 27 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Hedwidge vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,700
Avg Weekly Wage$802

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Hedwidge is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163). 83.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 415 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 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.1%
Owner-Occupied83.1%
Renter-Occupied15.7%
Housing Units415

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-Hedwidge receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Hedwidge 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-Hedwidge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 270 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 36.3 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area178.3 sq mi (461.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates48.4811°N, 72.3628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 14.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 19, 2022.

Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 142 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 101 km
Jan 19, 2022 11 km SSE of Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, Canada M2.5 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 2.1 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.4 in
May 47°F (9°C) 3.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 3.2 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 2.8 in

Sainte-Hedwidge has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from 1°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.9").

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6.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.7% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+21.7%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area178.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Museums in Sainte-Hedwidge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moulin
Musée amérindien de Mashteuiatsh
Musée de la Vieille Fromagerie Perron
Val Jalbert

Gas Stations in Sainte-Hedwidge

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Depanneur Marcel 2000
Sonerco

Breweries in Sainte-Hedwidge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Chouape
Microbrasserie La Chouape

Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Hedwidge

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Do-Mi-Ski Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Sainte-Hedwidge

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alma AirportYTFMedium Airport
Dolbeau-Saint-Felicien AirportYDOMedium Airport
Roberval AirportYRJMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Hedwidge

What is the population of Sainte-Hedwidge?

Sainte-Hedwidge has a population of 870 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 178.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Sainte-Hedwidge expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% 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 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sainte-Hedwidge safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Hedwidge?

Sainte-Hedwidge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Hedwidge?

The job market in Sainte-Hedwidge faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $802. There are 27 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 8.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Hedwidge?

The median home value in Sainte-Hedwidge is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $500. The homeownership rate is 83.1%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Hedwidge?

6.6% of adults in Sainte-Hedwidge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.7% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Hedwidge?

The average commute in Sainte-Hedwidge is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Hedwidge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Hedwidge is 100% White. 0.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 99.4% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Roberval, QC 9,840 pop · 6.5 mi Saint-Prime, QC 2,760 pop · 7.8 mi Mashteuiatsh, QC 2,010 pop · 9.0 mi Saint-Félicien, QC 10,089 pop · 12.3 mi Chambord, QC 1,748 pop · 14.0 mi Lac-Bouchette, QC 1,183 pop · 17.4 mi Métabetchouan, QC 2,123 pop · 17.8 mi La Doré, QC 1,359 pop · 20.7 mi Normandin, QC 2,991 pop · 25.5 mi Pointe-du-Lac, QC 7,104 pop · 26.6 mi Metabetchouan-Lac-a-la-Croix, QC 4,121 pop · 27.2 mi Saint-Gédéon, QC 2,177 pop · 27.4 mi Albanel, QC 2,181 pop · 28.1 mi Dolbeau-Mistassini, QC 13,718 pop · 28.1 mi
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