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Sainte-Sabine, QC

Quebec

Sainte-Sabine is a small town in Quebec with a population of 343. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
343 Population 13/sq mi density
$87,000 Median Income $43,000 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$930 Median Rent 10.3% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$87,000 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $930/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,000
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $930
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,000
Per Capita$43,000
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.6%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$930
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units420
Rent Burden10.3%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,667 ft (508 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+22.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Sainte-Sabine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Sabine receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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-Sabine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Sabine is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.6% 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-Sabine is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sainte-Sabine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sainte-Sabine has a population of 343 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 25.8 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 53.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.2% of residents, while 93.7% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

343
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
25.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Sabine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only3.2%
96% below US avg
Spanish93.7%
599% above US avg
Other Languages3.2%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Sabine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Sabine is $87,000, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,000. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 26.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sainte-Sabine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,000
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Sabine is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163). There are 420 total housing units in the city. 10.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below US avg
Rent Burden10.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied15.5%
Housing Units420

Property Tax

In Sainte-Sabine, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sainte-Sabine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Sainte-Sabine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,667 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall20.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,667 ft (508 m)
Area25.8 sq mi (66.9 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates46.4927°N, 70.3534°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 3.9 in

Sainte-Sabine has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F — from 7°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.8").

5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 90.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+22.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area25.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Sabine

What is the population of Sainte-Sabine?

Sainte-Sabine has a population of 343 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 25.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 53.4% male.

Is Sainte-Sabine expensive to live in?

Sainte-Sabine is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sainte-Sabine?

Sainte-Sabine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Sainte-Sabine?

Sainte-Sabine has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 26.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Sabine?

The median home value in Sainte-Sabine is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $930.

How are the schools in Sainte-Sabine?

5.8% of adults in Sainte-Sabine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sainte-Sabine?

The obesity rate in Sainte-Sabine is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Sainte-Sabine?

The average commute in Sainte-Sabine is 26 minutes. 90.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sainte-Sabine?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Sabine is 100% White. 3.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.7% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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