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Trois Pistoles, QC

Quebec

Trois Pistoles is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,115. Residents earn $48,000 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,115 Population 1,057/sq mi density
$48,000 Median Income $39,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$484 Median Rent 10.5% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$48,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $484/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,000
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $484
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,115
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density1,057/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,000
Per Capita$39,200
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty22.5%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$484
Ownership60.6%
Housing Units1,560
Rent Burden10.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+24.4%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Trois Pistoles a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trois Pistoles is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trois Pistoles is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $484 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Trois Pistoles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow.

Trois Pistoles has a population of 3,115 with a density of 1,057 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0.3% of residents, while 98.6% speak Spanish.

Population

3,115
Total Population
2021 Census
1,057
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trois Pistoles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.3%
100% below US avg
Spanish 98.6%
636% above US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

Trois Pistoles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trois Pistoles is $48,000, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,200. The average weekly wage is $754, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 97 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Trois Pistoles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,000
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,200
Avg Weekly Wage$754

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)97

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Trois Pistoles is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $484 (58% below the national average of $1,163). 60.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,560 total housing units in the city. 10.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$484
58% below US avg
Rent Burden10.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.6%
Owner-Occupied60.6%
Renter-Occupied39.7%
Housing Units1,560

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, Trois Pistoles receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Trois Pistoles 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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Trois Pistoles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density1,057/sq mi
Coordinates48.1167°N, 69.1667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

82 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 59 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 74 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 75 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 74 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 83 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 71 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 97 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 143 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 133 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 40 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 145 km
Dec 30, 1993 10 km E of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 116 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 134 km
Jan 21, 2015 13 km W of La Pocatière, Canada M3.7 114 km
Aug 20, 1997 17 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.7 106 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 127 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 66 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 117 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.8 in
April 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.0 in

Trois Pistoles has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 9°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.7").

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9.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+24.4%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,057/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Schools in Trois Pistoles

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Gérard-Raymond
École de Sainte-Françoise
École secondaire de Trois-Pistoles
École Litalien
École Chanoine-Côté
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Radio Stations near Trois Pistoles

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIBM-FM 107.1 "FM107" Riviere-du-Loup, QC (128 kbps MP3) contemporary hit radio, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
CHME-FM 94.9 Les Escoumins, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Trois Pistoles

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancien palais du justice de L'Isle-Verte
Centre de découverte du milieu marin
Maison Louis-Bertrand
Musée St-Laurent
Parc de l'aventure Basque en Amérique

Libraries in Trois Pistoles

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale et CACI0.0
Bibliothèque Rose-Alma-Gaudreau0.0

Hotels in Trois Pistoles

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel La Libertad
Hôtel Trois-Pistoles

Cafes in Trois Pistoles

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café du P'tit chansonnier
Cafe Grains De Folie
Tim Hortons

Train Stations in Trois Pistoles

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Trois-Pistoles

Gas Stations in Trois Pistoles

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Shell

Banks in Trois Pistoles

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Nationale
Desjardins
National Bank

Shopping Malls in Trois Pistoles

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les galeries Trois Pistoles

Ski Resorts Near Trois Pistoles

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Trois Pistoles

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Forestville AirportYFEMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Rivière-du-Loup AirportYRIMedium Airport
Edmundston AirportSmall Airport
Estcourt AirportSmall Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes AirportSmall Airport
Les Escoumins AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Trois Pistoles

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise Notre-Dame-des-Neiges

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trois Pistoles

What is the population of Trois Pistoles?

Trois Pistoles has a population of 3,115 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,057 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.4% male.

Is Trois Pistoles expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $484 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Trois Pistoles safe?

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

What is the weather like in Trois Pistoles?

Trois Pistoles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Trois Pistoles?

The unemployment rate in Trois Pistoles is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $754. There are 97 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 15.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Trois Pistoles?

The median home value in Trois Pistoles is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $484. The homeownership rate is 60.6%.

How are the schools in Trois Pistoles?

9.2% of adults in Trois Pistoles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.4% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Trois Pistoles?

The average commute in Trois Pistoles is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, 1% use public transit, and 15.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Trois Pistoles?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Trois Pistoles is 99.8% White. 0.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 98.6% speak Spanish.

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