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Sainte-Paule, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Paule is a small town in Quebec with a population of 247. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
247 Population 8/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population247
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$647
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units125
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+24.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Sainte-Paule a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Paule is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sainte-Paule is $174,000, 38% 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

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Paule has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow.

Sainte-Paule has a population of 247 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 32.2 square miles. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44% female and 56% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 98% speak Spanish.

Population

247
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
32.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Paule vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.0%
631% above US avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Paule vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Paule is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Paule vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Paule is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 125 total housing units in the city. 27.6% 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$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units125

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-Paule receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sainte-Paule 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-Paule has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The area receives 20.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area32.2 sq mi (83.4 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates48.6607°N, 67.5586°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 20.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.0 on Jan 28, 2023.

Mar 16, 1999 55 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M4.4 139 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 23 km
Jan 20, 2002 47 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 102 km
Jan 16, 2015 37 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 102 km
Oct 22, 1998 30 km NNW of Cap-Chat, Canada M4.1 90 km
Mar 21, 1991 41 km SSE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 135 km
Jul 23, 2002 48 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M4.0 112 km
Mar 20, 1991 44 km SE of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.7 141 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 48 km
Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 138 km
May 28, 2006 50 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 136 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 52 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 56 km
May 28, 2006 49 km NNE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.3 135 km
May 16, 2010 36 km S of Saint-Alexandre, Canada M3.1 124 km
Jan 28, 2023 15 km SSE of Hauterive, Canada M3.0 65 km
Aug 11, 2022 25 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 51 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 52 km
Apr 22, 2012 12 km ESE of Chute-aux-Outardes, Canada M2.8 68 km
Jul 25, 2007 33 km N of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M2.7 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 3.0 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.8 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 3.9 in

Sainte-Paule has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 6°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.8").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+24.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area32.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Radio Stations near Sainte-Paule

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Canada Ici Première (Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine) Matane, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHRM-FM "Plaisir105.3" Matane, QC adult contemporary, country MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Sainte-Paule

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancienne gare de Sayabec
Société d'histoire de Matane

Libraries in Sainte-Paule

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Bertrand B.-Leblanc0.0
Bibliothèque Madeleine-Gagnon0.0
Bibliothèque Quilit0.0
Complexe culturel Joseph-Rouleau0.0

Farmers Markets in Sainte-Paule

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché public de La Matanie Bouffard Kioti
Marché Public Matapédien

Hotels in Sainte-Paule

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ma Cabane en Gaspésie

Stadiums & Teams in Sainte-Paule

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Paule

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Abandoned Ski Sector 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Ti-Basse 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Sainte-Paule

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baie-Comeau AirportYBCMedium Airport
Matane AirportYMEMedium Airport
Mont Joli AirportYYYMedium Airport
Causapscal Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Paule

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Sainte-Paule

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Paule

What is the population of Sainte-Paule?

Sainte-Paule has a population of 247 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 32.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44% female and 56% male.

Is Sainte-Paule expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% 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-Paule safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sainte-Paule?

Sainte-Paule has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 20.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sainte-Paule?

The unemployment rate in Sainte-Paule is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Paule?

The median home value in Sainte-Paule is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Sainte-Paule?

6.7% of adults in Sainte-Paule hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Paule?

The average commute in Sainte-Paule is 26 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Paule?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Paule is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 98% speak Spanish.

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