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Val-Saint-Gilles, QC

Quebec

Val-Saint-Gilles is a small town in Quebec with a population of 169. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
169 Population 4/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$647
Ownership87.5%
Housing Units80
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+14.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute38 min

Is Val-Saint-Gilles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Val-Saint-Gilles receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, long commute times. Val-Saint-Gilles offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Val-Saint-Gilles is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Val-Saint-Gilles is $95,000, 66% 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 1.3x 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

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 14.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Val-Saint-Gilles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow.

Val-Saint-Gilles has a population of 169 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 42.2 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (90.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 97.1% speak Spanish.

Population

169
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
42.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Val-Saint-Gilles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 97.1%
624% above US avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Val-Saint-Gilles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Val-Saint-Gilles is $71,452, which is 5% below 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 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Val-Saint-Gilles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit11.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Val-Saint-Gilles is $95,000, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 80 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.5%
Owner-Occupied87.5%
Renter-Occupied12.5%
Housing Units80

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-Saint-Gilles receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Val-Saint-Gilles 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-Saint-Gilles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 273 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 34.5 inches. The area receives 11.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.1°F
39% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area42.2 sq mi (109.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates48.9817°N, 79.1181°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below US avg
Snowfall 11.4"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 25, 2020.

Jan 3, 2006 68 km NNW of Iroquois Falls, Canada M3.7 148 km
Feb 1, 1999 58 km NNW of Iroquois Falls, Canada M3.4 136 km
Jul 25, 2020 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada M2.9 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 2°F (-16°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 15°F (-9°C) 1.4 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 1.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in Wettest
October 40°F (4°C) 3.6 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
December 8°F (-13°C) 2.4 in

Val-Saint-Gilles has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from -1°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 14.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 11.8% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
83% below US avg
High School+14.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area42.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit11.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Val-Saint-Gilles

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Val-Saint-Gilles

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison Turgeon

Libraries in Val-Saint-Gilles

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Muncipale de Beaucanton0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Colombourg0.0

Monuments in Val-Saint-Gilles

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Porte de la Baie de James

Airports Near Val-Saint-Gilles

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Sarre AirportSSQSmall Airport

Post Offices in Val-Saint-Gilles

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Villebois

Churches & Religious Organizations in Val-Saint-Gilles

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Gilles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Val-Saint-Gilles

What is the population of Val-Saint-Gilles?

Val-Saint-Gilles has a population of 169 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 42.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Val-Saint-Gilles expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,000 (66% 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 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Val-Saint-Gilles safe?

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

What is the weather like in Val-Saint-Gilles?

Val-Saint-Gilles has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Val-Saint-Gilles?

The unemployment rate in Val-Saint-Gilles is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Val-Saint-Gilles?

The median home value in Val-Saint-Gilles is $95,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 87.5%.

How are the schools in Val-Saint-Gilles?

5.9% of adults in Val-Saint-Gilles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 14.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Val-Saint-Gilles?

The average commute in Val-Saint-Gilles is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, 11.8% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Val-Saint-Gilles?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Val-Saint-Gilles is 90.5% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.1% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

La Sarre, QC 7,358 pop · 13.1 mi Macamic, QC 2,744 pop · 16.9 mi Palmarolle, QC 1,386 pop · 22.3 mi Trécesson, QC 1,232 pop · 42.1 mi Saint-Félix-de-Dalquier, QC 1,026 pop · 50.4 mi Rouyn-Noranda, QC 42,313 pop · 51.7 mi Amos, QC 12,675 pop · 53.9 mi Rivière-Héva, QC 1,495 pop · 65.9 mi Black River-Matheson, ON 2,572 pop · 68.7 mi Kirkland Lake, ON 7,750 pop · 71.5 mi Iroquois Falls, ON 4,418 pop · 72.7 mi Malartic, QC 3,355 pop · 74.0 mi Barraute, QC 1,986 pop · 77.6 mi Val-d'Or, QC 32,752 pop · 85.9 mi
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