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Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,876. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,876 Population 149/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $48,360 per capita
$324,000 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 8.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$324,000 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $324,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,876
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$48,360
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty6.1%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$324,000
Rent$725
Ownership85.5%
Housing Units1,170
Rent Burden8.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+20.2%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Sainte-Marie-Madeleine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Marie-Madeleine receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sainte-Marie-Madeleine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is $324,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow.

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine has a population of 2,876 with a density of 149 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (98.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1% of residents, while 97% speak Spanish.

Population

2,876
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
19.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.0%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.0%
624% above US avg
Other Languages 1.9%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $930, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 89 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 20.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Marie-Madeleine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,360
Avg Weekly Wage$930

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home20.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is $324,000, 15% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below the national average of $1,163). 85.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,170 total housing units in the city. 8.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,000
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden8.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.5%
Owner-Occupied85.5%
Renter-Occupied14.5%
Housing Units1,170

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-Madeleine receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Marie-Madeleine 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-Madeleine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 15.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area19.3 sq mi (50.0 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates45.6001°N, 73.0991°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above US avg
Snowfall 15.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

97 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 130 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 112 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 102 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 99 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 111 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 147 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 138 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 22 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 88 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 112 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 141 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 56 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 56 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 58 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 89 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 128 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 75 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 117 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 89 km
Apr 8, 2003 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FLAT ROCK FIRE 658 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 4.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.8 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.6 in

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 12°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.9% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+20.2%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area19.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home20.9%

Schools in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Joseph - Spénard
École Saint-Joseph - Spénard
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Radio Stations near Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ICI Radio-Canada Première Montréal news, talk AAC 128 kbps
CJAD 800 local news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première - Montréal, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHMP 985 FM talk MP3
BPM sports 91.9 sports MP3 64 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
Techno.FM techno MP3 320 kbps
CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
ICI Musique - Montréal AAC 48 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii japanese, japanese idols MP3 128 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) idol, japanese MP3 128 kbps
CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC catholic, religious MP3 192 kbps
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) classical MP3 128 kbps
CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC campus radio, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKAC 730 "Radio Circulation" Montreal traffic information MP3
CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
Magic FM Montreal AAC 128 kbps
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (320K MP3) classical MP3 320 kbps
CKUT 90.3 FM alternative, campus radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Classique - Montreal, QC classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Sport Montréal MP3
Gravity House deep house, house AAC+ 160 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée des beaux-arts de Mont-Saint-Hilaire
Pôle culturel de Chambly

Libraries in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothéque Archambault-Trépanier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Cardinal0.0
Bibliothèque Azarie-Couillard Després0.0
Bibliothèque de la Faculté de médecine vétérinaire0.0
Bibliothèque de Marieville0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Julie0.0
Bibliothèque Georges-Brossard0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Beloeil0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Chambly0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Saint-Jean-Baptiste0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Simonne-Monet-Chartrand0.0
Bibliothèque Roland-Leblanc0.0
Bibliothèque Ryane-Provost0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Luc0.0
Bibliothèque T-A-St-Germain0.0
Rougemont Bibliotheque0.0

Farmers Markets in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Le Marché public de Saint-Hyacinthe
Marché Omni - Entreprise M. Brazeau inc.

Cinemas in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ciné-Parc Saint-Hilaire

Gas Stations in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Ultramar

Golf Courses in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de golf La Madeleine

Breweries in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasseurs du monde
Brasseurs du Monde
Brasseurs du moulin
Broue Shop Brasserie Artisanale
Cidrerie Petit et Fils
Resto Bar Brasserie L'Authentique Toi et Moi

Stadiums & Teams in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

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Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0

Airports Near Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Douglas FieldSmall Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Farnham AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County State AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Greenwoods AirfieldSmall Airport
Hawk's Nest AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Louiseville AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Mansonville AirportSmall Airport
Northern Lights AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Rougemont AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle AirportSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Sorel AirportSmall Airport
St-Dominique AirportSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Sainte-Madeleine

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

What is the population of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine?

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine has a population of 2,876 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 149 people per square mile, spread across 19.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Sainte-Marie-Madeleine expensive to live in?

The median household income is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $324,000 (15% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sainte-Marie-Madeleine safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine?

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine?

Sainte-Marie-Madeleine has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $930. There are 89 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 20.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine?

The median home value in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is $324,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $725. The homeownership rate is 85.5%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine?

7.2% of adults in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine?

The average commute in Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is 27 minutes. 89% of workers drive alone to work, 2.9% use public transit, and 20.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is 98.6% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 1% of residents speak only English at home, while 97% speak Spanish.

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