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Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac, QC

Quebec

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,054. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,054 Population 60/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $42,320 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$480 Median Rent 9.4% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $480/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $480
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

How Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,054
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$42,320
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty14.2%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$480
Ownership69.6%
Housing Units2,355
Rent Burden9.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+19.6%
Graduate+3.2%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac 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. Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $480 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow.

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac has a population of 5,054 with a density of 60 people per square mile, spread across 84.5 square miles. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.3% of residents, while 99% speak Spanish.

Population

5,054
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
84.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.3%
100% below US avg
Spanish 99.0%
639% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,320. The average weekly wage is $814, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 157 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,320
Avg Weekly Wage$814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)157

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $480 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 69.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,355 total housing units in the city. 9.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, 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$480
59% below US avg
Rent Burden9.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.6%
Owner-Occupied69.6%
Renter-Occupied30.4%
Housing Units2,355

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, Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac 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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Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.5 inches. The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area84.5 sq mi (218.8 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates47.6837°N, 68.8853°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.5"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

79 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 64 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 77 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 88 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 88 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 90 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 81 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 101 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 91 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 86 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 128 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 138 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 114 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 127 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 106 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 107 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 69 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 69 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 67 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 90 km
Jan 3, 2008 15 km ESE of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.4 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 4.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 3.2 in

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 6°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.6").

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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.6% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+19.6%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area84.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Museums in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gare l'Héritage
La Vieille Gare de Rivière-Bleue

Libraries in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale de Dégelis0.0

Castles in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fort Ingall

Gas Stations in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ultramar

Ski Resorts Near Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Centre de plein air familiale Richelieu 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Edmundston Airport-Small Airport
Estcourt Airport-Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes Airport-Small Airport
Les Escoumins Airport-Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac

What is the population of Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac?

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac has a population of 5,054 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 84.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.7% male.

Is Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% 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 $480 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac safe?

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

What is the weather like in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac?

Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac?

The unemployment rate in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $814. There are 157 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac?

The median home value in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $480. The homeownership rate is 69.6%.

How are the schools in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac?

10.1% of adults in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.6% have completed high school. 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac?

The average commute in Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac is 98.9% White. 0.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 99% speak Spanish.

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