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Austin, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Austin is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,748. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,748 Population 62/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $59,350 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$544 Median Rent 10.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $544/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,748
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density62/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$59,350
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty7.8%
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$400,000
Rent$544
Ownership89.7%
Housing Units870
Rent Burden10.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation869 ft (265 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+17.6%
Graduate+12.7%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Austin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Austin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Austin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Austin is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Austin is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Austin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow.

Austin has a population of 1,748 with a density of 62 people per square mile, spread across 28.4 square miles. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 13.8% of residents, while 82% speak Spanish.

Population

1,748
Total Population
62
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
28.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Austin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 13.8%
82% below US avg
Spanish 82.0%
512% above US avg
Other Languages 4.3%

Social Characteristics

Austin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Austin is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,350 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,141, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 54 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 26.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Austin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,350
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home26.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Austin is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 89.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 870 total housing units in the city. 10.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden10.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.7%
Owner-Occupied89.7%
Renter-Occupied10.3%
Housing Units870

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, Austin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Austin 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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Austin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 869 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area28.4 sq mi (73.6 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates45.1841°N, 72.2800°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"
28% above US avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

58 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 134 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 100 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 144 km
Aug 21, 1996 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire M3.8 133 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 104 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 134 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 103 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 137 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 127 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 95 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 127 km
Apr 20, 2002 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.7 135 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 89 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 134 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 119 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 82 km
Jun 9, 1998 3 km N of Dannemora, New York M3.3 123 km
Jun 1, 2002 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada M3.2 131 km
May 24, 2002 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.1 134 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
May 53°F (11°C) 4.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.4 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.2 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.1 in

Austin has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.9").

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16.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.6% have completed high school. 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+17.6%
Graduate Degree+12.7%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density62/sq mi
Total Area28.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home26.2%

Radio Stations near Austin

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie MP3 128 kbps
CIDI-FM 99.1 Knowlton, QC community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKOY "107.7 FM Estrie" Sherbrooke, QC news, talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Austin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GOODRICH LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM$241,637
DERBY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION35 JUNIOR HIGH DRIVE8027665324
MISSISQUOI VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8029882397
Brome County Historical Society Museum
Centre d'arts visuels et Musée d'art naïf
Colby-Curtis Museum
Copp's Ferry Museum
Granite Central
Maison Merry

Libraries in Austin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GOODRICH MEMORIAL202 MAIN ST.0.038,636
HASKELL FREE93 CASWELL AVE.0.018,616
DAILEY MEMORIAL101 JUNIOR HIGH DR.0.012,792
WM. & LUCY RAND MEMORIAL160 RAILROAD ST.0.07,176
Biblairie GGC0.0
Bibliothèque Ayer's Cliff0.0
Bibliothèque Commémorative Pettes0.0
Bibliothèque Danielle-Simard0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Memphrémagog0.0
Haskell Free Library & Opera House0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Austin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bleuetière l’Or Bleu
Jay Village Farmers' Market 1077 Route 24205/24/2014 to 09/27/2014Sat: 9:30 AM-2:30 PM;
Marché local de Stanstead
Marché public des Collines
Newport, VT Farmers MarketThe Causeway05/10/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
North Troy Farmers MarketTranquil Gardens Center

Hotels in Austin

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge McGowan

Cafes in Austin

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Triticeus

Theatres in Austin

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Amis de la petite église d’Austin

Gas Stations in Austin

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sonic

Golf Courses in Austin

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf Inverugie
Club de golf Memphrémagog

Breweries in Austin

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Microbrasserie Des Cantons

Ski Resorts Near Austin

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Owl's Head 0.0 $0
Les Sentiers d'à Côté 0.0 $0
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 $0
Mont Orford 0.0 $0

Airports Near Austin

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Caledonia County AirportLLXSmall Airport
Crossroad AirportSmall Airport
Davis Private AirportSmall Airport
Douglas FieldSmall Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Farnham AirportSmall Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) AirportSmall Airport
Mansonville AirportSmall Airport
Meadow STOLportSmall Airport
Morrisville-Stowe State AirportMVLSmall Airport
Mountain View Farm AirportSmall Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Perras FieldSmall Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Dominique AirportSmall Airport
Taylor AirportSmall Airport
Two Tails AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Villeneuve FieldSmall Airport
Weller AirportSmall Airport
West Burke AerodromeSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Austin

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BAART Behavioral Health ServicesSubstance Abuse802-334-0110

Churches & Religious Organizations in Austin

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abbaye de Saint Benoît du Lac
St. George's Anglican Church
United Church

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Austin

What is the population of Austin?

Austin has a population of 1,748 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 28.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Austin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Austin safe?

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

What is the weather like in Austin?

Austin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Austin?

The unemployment rate in Austin is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,141. There are 54 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 26.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Austin?

The median home value in Austin is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $544. The homeownership rate is 89.7%.

How are the schools in Austin?

16.1% of adults in Austin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.6% have completed high school. 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Austin?

The average commute in Austin is 29 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 26.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Austin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Austin is 99.1% White, 0.6% Black or African American. 13.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 82% speak Spanish.

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