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Sainte-Justine, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Justine is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,828. Residents earn $65,500 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,828 Population 38/sq mi density
$65,500 Median Income $39,840 per capita
$149,000 Home Value
$464 Median Rent 7.1% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,500 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,000 home value, $464/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,500
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $464
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,828
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,500
Per Capita$39,840
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty11.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,000
Rent$464
Ownership80.9%
Housing Units785
Rent Burden7.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+22.4%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Sainte-Justine a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Justine is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Justine is $149,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $464 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Justine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow.

Sainte-Justine has a population of 1,828 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 48.8 square miles. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 6.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.8% of residents, while 91.8% speak Spanish.

Population

1,828
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
48.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Justine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.8%
99% below US avg
Spanish 91.8%
585% above US avg
Other Languages 7.4%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Justine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Justine is $65,500, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,840. The average weekly wage is $766, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 57 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Justine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,500
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,840
Avg Weekly Wage$766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Justine is $149,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $464 (60% below the national average of $1,163). 80.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 785 total housing units in the city. 7.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$464
60% below US avg
Rent Burden7.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.9%
Owner-Occupied80.9%
Renter-Occupied19.1%
Housing Units785

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-Justine receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Justine 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-Justine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Area48.8 sq mi (126.3 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates46.4104°N, 70.3482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.1"
24% above US avg
Snowfall 20.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.04"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

85 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 144 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 92 km
Jul 12, 2000 46 km W of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M4.2 136 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 145 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 134 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 137 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 103 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 94 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 116 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 98 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 107 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 146 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 125 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 149 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 98 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 126 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 71 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 48 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 73 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 3.9 in

Sainte-Justine has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 7°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.8").

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5.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 77.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+22.4%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area48.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Schools in Sainte-Justine

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Fleurs-de-Soleil
École des Appalaches
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Radio Stations near Sainte-Justine

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CoolFM Beauce classic rock MP3 128 kbps
CHJM "Mix 99.7" Saint-Georges, QC contemporary hits, top 40 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Sainte-Justine

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Village des défricheurs

Libraries in Sainte-Justine

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale0.0

Hotels in Sainte-Justine

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Motel Langevin

Dentists in Sainte-Justine

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre dentaire Bruno Ferland

Gas Stations in Sainte-Justine

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #10033927311
Paquet

Shopping Malls in Sainte-Justine

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

COOP Ste-Justine

Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Justine

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de ski Saint-Georges 0.0 $0
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0
Mont-Sainte-Anne 0.0 $0

Airports Near Sainte-Justine

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint-Georges AirportMedium Airport
Avery FieldSmall Airport
Grosse-Île AirportSmall Airport
Île Sainte-Marguerite AirportSmall Airport
Île-aux-Grues AirportSmall Airport
Montmagny AirportSmall Airport
Red Pine Grove AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Cyprien AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
Socatean Bay AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Justine

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Sainte-Justine

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Justine

What is the population of Sainte-Justine?

Sainte-Justine has a population of 1,828 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 48.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.3% female and 52.5% male.

Is Sainte-Justine expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $149,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $464 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sainte-Justine safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Justine?

Sainte-Justine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 20.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Justine?

Sainte-Justine has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $766. There are 57 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 5.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Justine?

The median home value in Sainte-Justine is $149,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $464. The homeownership rate is 80.9%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Justine?

5.7% of adults in Sainte-Justine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.4% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Justine?

The average commute in Sainte-Justine is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Justine?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Justine is 93.6% White, 6.1% Hispanic or Latino. 0.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 91.8% speak Spanish.

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