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Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie, QC
Quebec
Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,741. Residents earn $57,200 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie is $57,200, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 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
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.0% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie vs U.S. Average
Income: Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,200 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,080 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $713 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.9% |
| 203% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 54 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,000 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $604 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 14.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 83.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.4% |
| Housing Units | 855 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie 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 | 38.7°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Area | 58.0 sq mi (150.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3230°N, 73.6434°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 11°F (-12°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 16°F (-9°C) | 3.3 in |
Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.0% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 22.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Total Area | 58.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 32.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
Schools in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École de l'Ami-Soleil | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFNJ | misc | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC | adult contemporary, adulte contemporain | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maison Louis-Cyr |
Libraries in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque du Docteur-Jacques-Olivier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Louis-Landry | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Louis-Landry | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Louise-Amélie-Panet | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale St-Félix De Valois | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Brandon |
Gas Stations in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Albion |
Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
19 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Neige | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Garceau | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Piste de Glisse | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski La Réserve | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Station touristique Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zone Telemark Montagne Noir | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montagne coupée | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montcalm | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vallée Bleue | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bois Duvernay | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Chantecler | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Gabriel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Olympia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Morin Heights | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Saint-Sauveur | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Habitant | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Glissade | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montreal Mirabel International Airport | YMX | Medium Airport |
| Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| L'Assomption Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lachute Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louiseville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Donat Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation) | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Michel-des-Saints Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sorel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Esprit Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Jérôme Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| ULM Québec Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Val Morin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| BP Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie |
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What is the population of Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie?
Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie has a population of 1,741 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 58.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.
Is Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie expensive to live in?
The median household income is $57,200, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $604 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-Émélie-de-l'Énergie safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie?
Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie?
The job market in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $713. There are 54 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 11.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie?
The median home value in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $604. The homeownership rate is 83.6%.
How are the schools in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie?
6.0% of adults in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.0% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie?
The average commute in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie is 99.4% White. 1.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.6% speak Spanish.