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Val-David, QC

Quebec

Val-David is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,558. Residents earn $63,200 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,558 Population 338/sq mi density
$63,200 Median Income $45,360 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 225 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$63,200 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,200
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

How Val-David Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,558
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density338/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,200
Per Capita$45,360
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty14.2%
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$840
Ownership74.3%
Housing Units2,670
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+20.5%
Graduate+8.4%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Val-David a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Val-David receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Val-David has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Val-David is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Val-David is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x 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

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Val-David has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 93.7 inches of snow.

Val-David has a population of 5,558 with a density of 338 people per square mile, spread across 16.5 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 4.2% of residents, while 89.6% speak Spanish.

Population

5,558
Total Population
2021 Census
338
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
16.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Val-David vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 4.2%
95% below US avg
Spanish 89.6%
568% above US avg
Other Languages 6.2%

Social Characteristics

Val-David vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Val-David is $63,200, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $872, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 172 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 20.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Val-David vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,200
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,360
Avg Weekly Wage$872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)172

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Val-David is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 74.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,670 total housing units in the city. 18.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.3%
Owner-Occupied74.3%
Renter-Occupied25.5%
Housing Units2,670

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, Val-David receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Val-David 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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Val-David has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 93.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,106 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)
Area16.5 sq mi (42.7 km²)
Population Density338/sq mi
Coordinates46.0334°N, 74.2159°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"
28% above US avg
Snowfall 93.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

176 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 99 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 116 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 17 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 61 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 119 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 22 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 17 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 79 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 58 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 61 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 89 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 80 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 82 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 86 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 53 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 92 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 42 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 30 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 102 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 111 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 3.4 in
February 10°F (-12°C) 3.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 3.1 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 4.4 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 4.1 in

Val-David has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 10°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.1").

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15.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+20.5%
Graduate Degree+8.4%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density338/sq mi
Total Area16.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home20.7%

Schools in Val-David

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Sainte-Marie
École Saint-Jean-Baptiste
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Museums in Val-David

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ecology Centre
Musée du Ski
Musée Zénon-Alary

Libraries in Val-David

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIO0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Hippolyte0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs0.0
Bibliothèque Francine Paquette de Val-Morin0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque publique de Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci0.0
Biblitheque Gaston-Miron0.0
Morin Heights Public Library0.0
Réseau BIBLIO des Laurentides0.0
St-Sauveur Biblotheque0.0
Val-David Bibliotheque0.0

Farmers Markets in Val-David

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché d'été de Val-David
Vogel
Yann & Cie

Hotels in Val-David

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge du vieux foyer
Hôtel de la Sapinière
Le Chalet Beaumont

Cafes in Val-David

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coeur de Provence
La Chapdelaine Café et Boulangerie
La Face Nord
Le Général Café
Tim Hortons

Theme Parks in Val-David

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Village Du Père Noël

Clinics in Val-David

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vitalité
Moveo

Dentists in Val-David

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Dentaire Val-David

Gas Stations in Val-David

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Couche-Tard
Ultramar

Banks in Val-David

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Shopping Malls in Val-David

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petit Mail Du Nord

Gyms in Val-David

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cardio Loft

Breweries in Val-David

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Camp de Base

Stadiums & Teams in Val-David

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Val-David

21 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Garceau 0.0 $0
Piste de Glisse 0.0 $0
Ski La Réserve 0.0 $0
Station touristique Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Zone Telemark Montagne Noir 0.0 $0
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 $0
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Avalanche 0.0 $0
Ski Chantecler 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0

Airports Near Val-David

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Mont-Tremblant International AirportYTMMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza AirstripSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Maxville AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Michel-des-Saints AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Val-David

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église St-Jean-Baptiste

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Frequently Asked Questions About Val-David

What is the population of Val-David?

Val-David has a population of 5,558 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 338 people per square mile, spread across 16.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Val-David expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,200, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Val-David safe?

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

What is the weather like in Val-David?

Val-David has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches, with 93.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Val-David?

The job market in Val-David faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $872. There are 172 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 20.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Val-David?

The median home value in Val-David is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 74.3%.

How are the schools in Val-David?

15.8% of adults in Val-David hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.5% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Val-David?

The average commute in Val-David is 28 minutes. 88.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Val-David?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Val-David is 98.5% White. 4.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 89.6% speak Spanish.

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