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Sainte-Marie, QC
Quebec
Sainte-Marie is a small city in Quebec with a population of 13,134. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Sainte-Marie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Sainte-Marie a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sainte-Marie receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sainte-Marie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sainte-Marie is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sainte-Marie is $240,000, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x 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
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Sainte-Marie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.6 inches, including 96.1 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Sainte-Marie vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sainte-Marie vs U.S. Average
Income: Sainte-Marie vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $78,000 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,040 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $924 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 407 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 18.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $240,000 |
| 15% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $710 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 8.5% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 29.6% |
| Housing Units | 5,500 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Sainte-Marie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 531 ft (162 m) |
| Area | 41.5 sq mi (107.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 316/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4340°N, 71.0117°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 17°F (-9°C) | 3.7 in |
Sainte-Marie has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 11°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.4% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 22.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 316/sq mi |
| Total Area | 41.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 18.5% |
Colleges & Universities in Sainte-Marie
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre d'études de Sainte-Marie | — | — | — | — | — |
Schools in Sainte-Marie
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Monseigneur-Feuiltault | — | — | — | — |
| École Maribel | — | — | — | — |
| Polyvalente Benoît-Vachon | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire l’Éveil | — | — | — | — |
| École Vision Beauce | — | — | — | — |
| École Notre-Dame de Saint-Elzéar | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sainte-Marie
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (320K MP3 Stream) | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| FM93 Québec | family | MP3 | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique - Québec City, QC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première Quebec City, QC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Choi Radio X 98,1 | talk | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Quebec City, QC (MP3) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKLD "Plaisir 105.5" Thetford Mines, QC | soft adult contemporary | MP3 96 kbps | |
| CJMD 96.9 Levis, QC | hip hop, radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSQ-FM 92.7 "Radio Classique" Quebec City, QC (128K MP3 Stream) | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKIA 88.3 "Radio Urbaine" Quebec City, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CoolFM Beauce | classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHJM "Mix 99.7" Saint-Georges, QC | contemporary hits, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ckrl | radio ckrl | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sainte-Marie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée ferroviaire de Beauce |
Libraries in Sainte-Marie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de l'ange | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Edith-Poiré | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Honorius-Provost | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque J.-A.-Kirouac | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Laurent-Caron | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheque Laurette-Nadeau-Parent | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale de Sainte-Claire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque-Livres-En-Train | 0.0 |
Cafes in Sainte-Marie
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sainte-Marie
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sainte-Marie
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sainte-Marie
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sainte-Marie
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sainte-Marie
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sainte-Marie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frampton Brasse - Ferme brassicole |
Stadiums & Teams in Sainte-Marie
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Marie
6 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 | — | — | — |
| Centre de Ski Le Relais | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| A venir | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Station de ski du Mont Stoneham | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont-Sainte-Anne | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sainte-Marie
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport | YQB | Large Airport |
| Saint-Georges Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Grosse-Île Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Île Sainte-Marguerite Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Île-aux-Grues Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac William ice runway (seasonal) | — | Small Airport |
| Lambton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montmagny Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pintendre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Québec / Neuville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Ferdinand Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Jean-Chrysostome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Victor-de-Beauce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Anselme Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Frédéric Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Lambert-De-Lauzon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Thetford Mines Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sainte-Marie
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de poste de Sainte-Marie |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Marie
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Sainte-Anne |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Marie
What is the population of Sainte-Marie?
Sainte-Marie has a population of 13,134 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 316 people per square mile, spread across 41.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.8% male.
Is Sainte-Marie expensive to live in?
The median household income is $78,000, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $240,000 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Sainte-Marie safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sainte-Marie receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Sainte-Marie?
Sainte-Marie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches, with 96.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sainte-Marie?
Sainte-Marie has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $924. There are 407 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 18.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Sainte-Marie?
The median home value in Sainte-Marie is $240,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $710. The homeownership rate is 70.4%.
How are the schools in Sainte-Marie?
11.4% of adults in Sainte-Marie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Sainte-Marie?
The average commute in Sainte-Marie is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of Sainte-Marie?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Marie is 96.2% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 0.6% Asian. 0.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.7% speak Spanish.