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Barnston-Ouest, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Barnston-Ouest is a small town in Quebec with a population of 546. Residents earn $71,000 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
546 Population 14/sq mi density
$71,000 Median Income $49,400 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$990 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$71,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $990/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,000
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $990
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

How Barnston-Ouest Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population546
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,000
Per Capita$49,400
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty16.8%
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$990
Ownership77.8%
Housing Units225
Rent Burden15.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+19.3%
Graduate+4.8%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Barnston-Ouest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnston-Ouest receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Barnston-Ouest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barnston-Ouest is $71,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barnston-Ouest is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x 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

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Barnston-Ouest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 16.8 inches of snow.

Barnston-Ouest has a population of 546 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 38.4 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 26.6% of residents, while 67.9% speak Spanish.

Population

546
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
38.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnston-Ouest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 26.6%
66% below US avg
Spanish 67.9%
407% above US avg
Other Languages 5.5%

Social Characteristics

Barnston-Ouest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnston-Ouest is $71,000, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $950, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 17 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 45.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Barnston-Ouest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,000
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,400
Avg Weekly Wage$950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Barnston-Ouest is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 77.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 225 total housing units in the city. 15.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$990
15% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.8%
Owner-Occupied77.8%
Renter-Occupied22.2%
Housing Units225

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, Barnston-Ouest receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Barnston-Ouest 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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Barnston-Ouest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area38.4 sq mi (99.4 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates45.1019°N, 71.9753°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 16.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 124 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 120 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 121 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 91 km
Aug 21, 1996 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire M3.8 113 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 150 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 135 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 102 km
Jun 9, 1998 3 km N of Dannemora, New York M3.3 143 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 144 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 108 km
May 24, 2002 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.1 150 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 72 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 138 km
Nov 20, 1994 4 km WNW of Norway, Maine M3.0 146 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 147 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 58 km
Mar 9, 1999 7 km NW of Dannemora, New York M2.9 149 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 63 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in
April 38°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 33°F (0°C) 4.1 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.8 in

Barnston-Ouest has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.7").

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10.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+19.3%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area38.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.2%

Schools in Barnston-Ouest

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Luc — — — —
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Radio Stations near Barnston-Ouest

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie — 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 Barnston-Ouest

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GOODRICH LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM$241,637
DERBY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION35 JUNIOR HIGH DRIVE8027665324
HOLLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION14 TOAD POND ROAD
Centre d'arts visuels et Musée d'art naïf
Colby-Curtis Museum
Granite Central
L'Epopée De Capelton - Entrée de la Mine (visite sous terre)
Lieu historique national Louis-S. St-Laurent
Maison Merry
Musée Beaulne
Station piscicole de Baldwin

Libraries in Barnston-Ouest

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GOODRICH MEMORIAL202 MAIN ST.0.038,636
HASKELL FREE93 CASWELL AVE.0.018,616
DAILEY MEMORIAL101 JUNIOR HIGH DR.0.012,792
Biblairie GGC0.0
Bibliothèque Ayer's Cliff0.0
Bibliotheque Françoise-Maurice de Coaticook0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Waterville0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Memphrémagog0.0
Haskell Free Library & Opera House0.0

Farmers Markets in Barnston-Ouest

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bleuetière l’Or Bleu
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;

Cafes in Barnston-Ouest

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Halte du Pinacle

Monuments in Barnston-Ouest

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Walter G. Belknap

Golf Courses in Barnston-Ouest

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf du Lac Lyster

Breweries in Barnston-Ouest

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Microbrasserie de Coaticook
Microbrasserie Des Cantons

Stadiums & Teams in Barnston-Ouest

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Barnston-Ouest

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 Barnston-Ouest

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Caledonia County AirportLLXSmall Airport
Catamount Airfield—Small Airport
Crossroad Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Field—Small Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Gifford Field—Small Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) Airport—Small Airport
Lightning Bolt Field Airport—Small Airport
Mansonville Airport—Small Airport
Morrisville-Stowe State AirportMVLSmall Airport
Mount Washington Regional AirportHIESmall Airport
Mountain View Farm Airport—Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Perras Field—Small Airport
Taylor Airport—Small Airport
Two Tails Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport
West Burke Aerodrome—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Barnston-Ouest

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BAART Behavioral Health ServicesSubstance Abuse802-334-0110
Northeast Kingdom Human Services IncBoth802-334-6744

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barnston-Ouest

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l’Épiphanie
Église Saint-Wilfrid
Église Union

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barnston-Ouest

What is the population of Barnston-Ouest?

Barnston-Ouest has a population of 546 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 38.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Barnston-Ouest expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,000, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Barnston-Ouest safe?

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

What is the weather like in Barnston-Ouest?

Barnston-Ouest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 16.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Barnston-Ouest?

The unemployment rate in Barnston-Ouest is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $950. There are 17 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 45.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Barnston-Ouest?

The median home value in Barnston-Ouest is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $990. The homeownership rate is 77.8%.

How are the schools in Barnston-Ouest?

10.8% of adults in Barnston-Ouest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.3% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Barnston-Ouest?

The average commute in Barnston-Ouest is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 45.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Barnston-Ouest?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Barnston-Ouest is 98.2% White. 26.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 67.9% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Ayer's Cliff, QC 1,180 pop · 5.5 mi Hatley, QC 2,230 pop · 6.0 mi Stanstead, QC 1,148 pop · 8.7 mi Coaticook, QC 8,867 pop · 8.9 mi Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley, QC 2,741 pop · 10.9 mi Compton, QC 3,270 pop · 12.1 mi Waterville, QC 2,307 pop · 12.8 mi Magog, QC 28,312 pop · 14.2 mi Austin, QC 1,748 pop · 15.9 mi Newport, VT 4,413 pop · 16.2 mi Rock Forest, QC 35,500 pop · 17.7 mi Potton, QC 2,012 pop · 19.1 mi Bolton-Est, QC 1,108 pop · 19.8 mi Orford, QC 5,007 pop · 20.2 mi
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