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Salluit, QC

Quebec

Salluit is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,580. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,580 Population 271/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 2.3% income on rent
18°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 13.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.0%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.1%
264% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How Salluit Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,580
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment13.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership2.4%
Housing Units425
Rent Burden2.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp18°F (-8°C)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.0%
High School+15.1%
Graduate+1.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Salluit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salluit receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Salluit has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salluit is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.1%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Salluit is $230,186, 18% 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 2.7x 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

1.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Salluit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 18°F. Winters average -13°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow.

Salluit has a population of 1,580 with a density of 271 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1% of residents.

Population

1,580
Total Population
2021 Census
271
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Salluit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.0%
99% below US avg
Spanish 1.9%
86% below US avg
Other Languages 97.2%

Social Characteristics

Salluit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salluit is $86,000, which is 14% above 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 13.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 49 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Salluit vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.1%
264% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Salluit is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 2.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 425 total housing units in the city. 2.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden2.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership2.4%
Owner-Occupied2.4%
Renter-Occupied98.8%
Housing Units425

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, Salluit receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Salluit 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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Salluit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 18°F (-8°C). Winters average -13°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

-13°F Jan (-25°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average17.8°F
67% below US avg
January Average-13°F (-25°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates62.2041°N, 75.6434°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.6"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 9.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jul 17, 2001.

Jul 17, 2001 51 km N of Salluit, Canada M3.8 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -13°F (-25°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February -11°F (-24°C) 0.7 in Driest
March -6°F (-21°C) 0.8 in
April 10°F (-12°C) 1.1 in
May 26°F (-4°C) 1.1 in
June 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
September 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in Wettest
October 27°F (-3°C) 1.9 in
November 13°F (-11°C) 1.8 in
December -2°F (-19°C) 1.1 in

Salluit has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from -13°F in January to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (0.7").

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1.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 97% below the national average of 33.7%. 15.1% have completed high school. 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.0%
97% below US avg
High School+15.1%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Hotels in Salluit

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel de la Coopérative de Salluit

Airports Near Salluit

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salluit AirportYZGSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salluit

What is the population of Salluit?

Salluit has a population of 1,580 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 271 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Salluit expensive to live in?

The median household income is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% 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 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Salluit safe?

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

What is the weather like in Salluit?

Salluit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 18°F (-8°C). Winter temperatures average -13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.6 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Salluit?

The job market in Salluit faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 49 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salluit?

The median home value in Salluit is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 2.4%.

How are the schools in Salluit?

1.0% of adults in Salluit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.1% have completed high school. 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Salluit?

The average commute in Salluit is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salluit?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salluit is 97.8% White. 1% of residents speak only English at home.

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