High scores in the commute category could indicate that this area offers short commute times to work and readily available public transportation options.
Residents in this area benefit from an affordable cost of living. This includes goods and services, transportation, housing, utilities, groceries and healthcare.
This area is characterized by a crime rate, per 100,000 individuals, that falls well below the national average, indicating its potential as a very safe place to live.
This area scores extremely well in the employment category. This is primarily due to the combination of low unemployment rates, higher median home income and income per capita.
Earning a high health and safety score depends on factors such as good air quality and the availability of essential health facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors, and fire stations.
It appears that many amenities may not be conveniently situated within walking distance, potentially necessitating the use of a vehicle or public transit.
| Statistic | Mercier | Quebec | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 54.4% | 41.4% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 2.2% | 2.1% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 4.3% | 8.1% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 1.3% | 3.3% | 3.2% |