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Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is a small town in Quebec with a population of 443. Residents earn $63,600 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
443 Population 17/sq mi density
$63,600 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 9.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$63,600 median income, 14.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,600
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.6%
306% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population443
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,600
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment14.6%
Poverty16.0%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$647
Ownership88.1%
Housing Units210
Rent Burden9.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+21.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min

Is Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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, long commute times. Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is $150,000, 47% 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 2.4x 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

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow.

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford has a population of 443 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 26.8 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.6% female and 58.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 97.8% speak Spanish.

Population

443
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
26.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 97.8%
629% above US avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is $63,600, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 20.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,600
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.6%
306% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 88.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 210 total housing units in the city. 9.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, 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$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden9.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.1%
Owner-Occupied88.1%
Renter-Occupied11.9%
Housing Units210

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-Marie-de-Blandford receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford 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-Marie-de-Blandford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.9 inches. The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area26.8 sq mi (69.3 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates46.3236°N, 72.1800°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"
5% above US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 79 km
Dec 31, 1990 23 km NE of La Tuque, Canada M4.2 143 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 105 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 54 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 103 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 47 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 40 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 140 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 126 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 125 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 98 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 104 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 117 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 133 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 119 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 126 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 144 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 117 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 90 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
April 38°F (4°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 62°F (16°C) 3.7 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.2 in

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.0").

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7.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+21.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area26.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Schools in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Despins — — — —
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Radio Stations near Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKOB "FM 106.9 Mauricie" Trois-Rivieres, QC news, talk MP3
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CHOC 88.7 classic hits, folk MP3 192 kbps
Viva 105,3 Drummondville drummondville, francophone MP3 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec) Trois-Rivieres, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Rythme 100,1 Mauricie adult pop MP3 160 kbps
CHOC-FM 88.7 Saint-Raymond de Portneuf, QC classic hits MP3 192 kbps

Libraries in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIO0.0
Bibliothèque Jeanne-Hébert0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale - ville de Bécancour0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Léonard-d'Aston0.0

Gas Stations in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Banks in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

caisse Pop

Airports Near Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Lac à la Perchaude Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport—Small Airport
Louiseville Airport—Small Airport
Paquet Airport—Small Airport
Québec / Neuville Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford

What is the population of Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford?

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford has a population of 443 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 26.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.6% female and 58.4% male.

Is Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,600, 15% 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 $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford?

Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford?

The job market in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $723. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 20.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford?

The median home value in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 88.1%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford?

7.3% of adults in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford?

The average commute in Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.8% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Gentilly, QC 1,634 pop · 6.9 mi Daveluyville, QC 2,360 pop · 8.8 mi Saint-Louis-de-Blandford, QC 1,076 pop · 9.9 mi Champlain, QC 1,807 pop · 11.3 mi Bécancour, QC 13,561 pop · 12.1 mi Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets, QC 1,183 pop · 12.6 mi Saint-Wenceslas, QC 1,167 pop · 12.9 mi Sainte-Geneviève-de-Batiscan, QC 1,028 pop · 16.1 mi Saint-Léonard-d'Aston, QC 2,530 pop · 17.6 mi Trois-Rivières, QC 139,163 pop · 17.6 mi Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade, QC 2,031 pop · 18.0 mi Princeville, QC 6,218 pop · 18.0 mi Saint-Valère, QC 1,188 pop · 18.2 mi Sainte-Catherine, QC 17,347 pop · 18.4 mi
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