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Wemindji, QC

Quebec

Wemindji is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,562. Residents earn $114,000 per year, which is 52% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,562 Population 10/sq mi density
$114,000 Median Income $43,500 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
29°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$114,000 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $114,000
52% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,562
Median Age28.6 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$114,000
Per Capita$43,500
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty3.7%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership15.2%
Housing Units395
Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+23.0%
Graduate+0.9%

Community

Commute13 min

Is Wemindji a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wemindji receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wemindji offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wemindji is $114,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 52% above $75,149. This places Wemindji among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wemindji is $230,186, 18% 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 2x 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

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wemindji has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow.

Wemindji has a population of 1,562 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 149.6 square miles. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (99.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 14.1% of residents.

Population

1,562
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
28.6yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
149.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wemindji vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 14.1%
82% below US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 85.0%

Social Characteristics

Wemindji vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wemindji is $114,000, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,500 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $837, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 48 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wemindji vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,000
52% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,500
Avg Weekly Wage$837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wemindji is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 15.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 395 total housing units in the city. 25.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership15.2%
Owner-Occupied15.2%
Renter-Occupied8.9%
Housing Units395

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, Wemindji receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Wemindji 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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Wemindji has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 66°F. The area gets 291 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 24.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.

Temperature

-8°F Jan (-22°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average28.5°F
47% below US avg
January Average-8°F (-22°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area149.6 sq mi (387.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates53.0221°N, 78.7490°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.6"
35% below US avg
Snowfall 8.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 1, 2023.

Jul 1, 2023 221 km ENE of Attawapiskat, Canada M2.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -8°F (-22°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February -5°F (-21°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 8°F (-13°C) 1.0 in
April 25°F (-4°C) 1.0 in
May 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
June 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
July 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
September 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 1.7 in

Wemindji has a seasonal temperature swing of 66°F / from -8°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.8").

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6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.0% have completed high school. 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 56.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+23.0%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area149.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Schools in Wemindji

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Maquatua-Eeyou School
Joy Ottereyes Rainbow school
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Radio Stations near Wemindji

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Clinics in Wemindji

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miyuupimatisiun Centre

Gas Stations in Wemindji

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sibi Gas Station

Airports Near Wemindji

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Wemindji AirportYNCSmall Airport

Post Offices in Wemindji

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wemindji

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St John

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wemindji

What is the population of Wemindji?

Wemindji has a population of 1,562 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 149.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.5% male.

Is Wemindji expensive to live in?

The median household income is $114,000, 52% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% 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 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wemindji safe?

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

What is the weather like in Wemindji?

Wemindji has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average -8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wemindji?

The unemployment rate in Wemindji is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $837. There are 48 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 4.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wemindji?

The median home value in Wemindji is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 15.2%.

How are the schools in Wemindji?

6.3% of adults in Wemindji hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.0% have completed high school. 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Wemindji?

The average commute in Wemindji is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 56.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wemindji?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wemindji is 99.7% White. 14.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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