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Shigawake, QC

Quebec

Shigawake is a small town in Quebec with a population of 333. Residents earn $55,600 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
333 Population 11/sq mi density
$55,600 Median Income $35,600 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$55,600 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $647/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,600
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population333
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,600
Per Capita$35,600
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty22.0%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units135
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+38.8%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Shigawake a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shigawake is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shigawake is $110,000, 61% 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 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Shigawake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Shigawake has a population of 333 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 29.7 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 57.6% of residents, while 39.4% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

333
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
29.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Shigawake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.6%
27% below US avg
Spanish39.4%
194% above US avg
Other Languages3%

Social Characteristics

Shigawake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shigawake is $55,600, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,600. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shigawake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,600
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shigawake is $110,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 135 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Renter-Occupied18.5%
Housing Units135

Property Tax

In Shigawake, 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: Shigawake 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

Shigawake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.3 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 676 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area29.7 sq mi (76.8 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates48.1605°N, 65.1036°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.5 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 33°F (0°C) 4.5 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.3 in

Shigawake has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 12°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.8").

4.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 38.8% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+38.8%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area29.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Shigawake

What is the population of Shigawake?

Shigawake has a population of 333 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 29.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Shigawake expensive to live in?

Shigawake 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 $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,000 (61% 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 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Shigawake?

Shigawake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Shigawake?

The job market in Shigawake faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shigawake?

The median home value in Shigawake is $110,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647.

How are the schools in Shigawake?

4.1% of adults in Shigawake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.8% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shigawake?

The obesity rate in Shigawake 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 Shigawake?

The average commute in Shigawake is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shigawake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shigawake is 100% White. 57.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 39.4% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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