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Vallée-des-Rivières, NB

New Brunswick

Vallée-des-Rivières is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 4,250. Residents earn $65,612 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,250 Population 12/sq mi density
$65,612 Median Income $40,536 per capita
$148,932 Home Value
$666 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,612 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,932 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,612
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,932
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

How Vallée-des-Rivières Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,250
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,612
Per Capita$40,536
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.5%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,932
Rent$666
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units1,700
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation577 ft (176 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Vallée-des-Rivières a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vallée-des-Rivières receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, an elevated poverty rate. Vallée-des-Rivières offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vallée-des-Rivières is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vallée-des-Rivières is $148,932, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vallée-des-Rivières has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow.

Vallée-des-Rivières has a population of 4,250 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 347.9 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.9% of residents, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

Population

4,250
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
347.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Vallée-des-Rivières vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish 30.1%
125% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Vallée-des-Rivières vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vallée-des-Rivières is $65,612, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,536. The average weekly wage is $780, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 132 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Vallée-des-Rivières vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,612
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,536
Avg Weekly Wage$780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)132

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Vallée-des-Rivières is $148,932, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,700 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,932
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units1,700

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, Vallée-des-Rivières receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Vallée-des-Rivières 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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Vallée-des-Rivières has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The area receives 19.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Area347.9 sq mi (901.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates47.2151°N, 67.9607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 19.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 146 km
Jul 15, 1998 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M4.0 105 km
May 6, 1995 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.9 106 km
Jul 14, 2006 13 km SW of Winterville, Maine M3.9 67 km
Jul 14, 1994 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.8 106 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 148 km
Jan 5, 2005 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.7 108 km
Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 143 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 148 km
Jun 1, 2006 19 km NE of Florenceville-Bristol, Canada M3.6 80 km
Oct 18, 2003 48 km ESE of Hamlin, Maine M3.5 66 km
Dec 12, 1990 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.5 106 km
Mar 30, 1990 6 km WSW of Grand Isle, Maine M3.5 22 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 142 km
Apr 28, 2014 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.4 108 km
Apr 23, 1991 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.3 106 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 148 km
Aug 28, 2013 84 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 106 km
Jan 10, 2022 14 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.2 148 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.7 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.7 in

Vallée-des-Rivières has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 6°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.6").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area347.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Vallée-des-Rivières

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJEM 92.7 "Frontiere FM" Edmunston, NB adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFAI-FM 101.1 Edmundston &105.1 Grand Sault, NB active rock, community radio MP3 192 kbps
Folk'd Up Radio americana, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CHSR-FM 97.9 campus radio, college radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Country Acadienne country MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Vallée-des-Rivières

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ASSOCIATION CULTURELLE ET HISTORIQUE DU MONT-CARMELHISTORIC PRESERVATION2078953339$66,506
GREATER GRAND ISLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MAINE'S SWEDISH COLONYGENERAL MUSEUM2078963071
STOCKHOLM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM280 MAIN ST
Grand Falls Museum / Farmer's Market

Libraries in Vallée-des-Rivières

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ABEL J. MORNEAULT MEMORIAL LIBRARY153 MAIN STREET0.06,650
Bibliothèque Dr. Lorne J. Violette0.0
Grand Falls Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Vallée-des-Rivières

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Falls Museum / Farmer's Market

Ski Resorts Near Vallée-des-Rivières

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mont Farlagne 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Vallée-des-Rivières

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caribou Municipal AirportCARMedium Airport
Presque Isle International AirportPQIMedium Airport
Saint-Léonard AirportYSLMedium Airport
Allen St Peter Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Boston Brook Airport-Small Airport
Bresett's Mountainside Airport-Small Airport
Downs Gulch Airport-Small Airport
Edmundston Airport-Small Airport
Fort Fairfield Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Fort Kent Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Grand Falls Airport-Small Airport
Loring International AirportLIZSmall Airport
Mars Hill Airport-Small Airport
Morrill Airpark-Small Airport
Murphy Road Airstrip-Small Airport
Northern Aroostook Regional AirportWFKSmall Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Saint-Quentin Airport-Small Airport
Sunrise Farms Airport-Small Airport
Upper Kent Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vallée-des-Rivières

What is the population of Vallée-des-Rivières?

Vallée-des-Rivières has a population of 4,250 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 347.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Vallée-des-Rivières expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,612, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,932 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Vallée-des-Rivières safe?

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

What is the weather like in Vallée-des-Rivières?

Vallée-des-Rivières 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 64°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vallée-des-Rivières?

The unemployment rate in Vallée-des-Rivières is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $780. There are 132 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Vallée-des-Rivières?

The median home value in Vallée-des-Rivières is $148,932. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Vallée-des-Rivières?

32.9% of adults in Vallée-des-Rivières hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Vallée-des-Rivières?

The average commute in Vallée-des-Rivières is 25 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Vallée-des-Rivières?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Vallée-des-Rivières is 98% White, 0.7% Asian. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.1% speak Spanish.

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