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Adstock, QC

Quebec

Adstock is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,903. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,903 Population 26/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $49,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$420 Median Rent 8.8% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $420/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $420
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,903
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$49,000
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty9.8%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$420
Ownership83.5%
Housing Units1,275
Rent Burden8.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+20.2%
Graduate+3.6%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Adstock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adstock receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Adstock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adstock is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adstock is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Adstock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow.

Adstock has a population of 2,903 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 112.0 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.6% female and 53.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1% of residents, while 97.3% speak Spanish.

Population

2,903
Total Population
2021 Census
26
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
112.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Adstock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.0%
99% below US avg
Spanish 97.3%
626% above US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Adstock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adstock is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $942, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 90 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Adstock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,000
Avg Weekly Wage$942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Adstock is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). 83.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,275 total housing units in the city. 8.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below US avg
Rent Burden8.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.5%
Owner-Occupied83.5%
Renter-Occupied16.1%
Housing Units1,275

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, Adstock receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Adstock 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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Adstock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,299 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)
Area112.0 sq mi (290.0 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates46.0501°N, 71.0824°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 19.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.04"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 87 km
Aug 17, 2002 12 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 149 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 129 km
Aug 4, 2012 24 km SSW of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.8 137 km
Apr 7, 2006 16 km S of Baie-Saint-Paul, Canada M3.7 146 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 65 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 87 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 112 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 97 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 89 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 98 km
Dec 11, 2013 9 km W of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.4 140 km
Aug 29, 2019 15 km NW of St-Jean-Port-Joli, Canada M3.3 148 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 112 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 112 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 122 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 127 km
May 22, 2017 4 km NW of Beaupré, Canada M3.0 114 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 118 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.7 in

Adstock has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 9°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.8").

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9.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+20.2%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area112.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Schools in Adstock

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Aux Quatre-Vents
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Radio Stations near Adstock

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLD "Plaisir 105.5" Thetford Mines, QC soft adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CoolFM Beauce classic rock MP3 128 kbps
CHJM "Mix 99.7" Saint-Georges, QC contemporary hits, top 40 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Adstock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musee Mineralogique et Minier

Libraries in Adstock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Luc-Lacourcière0.0
Bibliothèque-Livres-En-Train0.0

Gas Stations in Adstock

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miraco
Sonic

Banks in Adstock

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Golf Courses in Adstock

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mont Adstock

Ski Resorts Near Adstock

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Centre de ski Saint-Georges 0.0 $0
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0

Airports Near Adstock

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quebec Jean Lesage International AirportYQBLarge Airport
Saint-Georges AirportMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Pintendre AirportSmall Airport
Québec / Neuville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-Chrysostome AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
St-Anselme AirportSmall Airport
St-Basile (Marcotte) AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Adstock

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste d'Adstock

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Frequently Asked Questions About Adstock

What is the population of Adstock?

Adstock has a population of 2,903 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 112.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.6% female and 53.2% male.

Is Adstock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $72,000, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Adstock safe?

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

What is the weather like in Adstock?

Adstock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 19.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Adstock?

The unemployment rate in Adstock is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $942. There are 90 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Adstock?

The median home value in Adstock is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420. The homeownership rate is 83.5%.

How are the schools in Adstock?

9.5% of adults in Adstock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.2% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Adstock?

The average commute in Adstock is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Adstock?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Adstock is 97.6% White, 0.7% Black or African American. 1% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.3% speak Spanish.

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