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Brome, QC

Quebec

Brome is a small town in Quebec with a population of 341. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
341 Population 76/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $40,800 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$512 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 245 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $512/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $512
56% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$40,800
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.0%
Commute16 min

Housing

C
Home Value$500,000
Rent$512
Ownership71.4%
Housing Units140
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+28.3%
Graduate+6.7%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Brome a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brome receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Brome has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brome is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brome is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $512 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Brome has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow.

Brome has a population of 341 with a density of 76 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 56.5% of residents, while 36.2% speak Spanish.

Population

341
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Brome vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 56.5%
28% below US avg
Spanish 36.2%
170% above US avg
Other Languages 7.3%

Social Characteristics

Brome vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brome is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,800. The average weekly wage is $785, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 26.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Brome vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,800
Avg Weekly Wage$785

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brome is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $512 (56% below the national average of $1,163). 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 140 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$512
56% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied28.6%
Housing Units140

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, Brome receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Brome 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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Brome has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates45.1892°N, 72.5629°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 18.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 117 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 148 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 84 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 122 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 113 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 73 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 96 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 114 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 119 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 105 km
Aug 21, 1996 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire M3.8 147 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 105 km
Apr 20, 2002 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.7 118 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 90 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 112 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 138 km
Jun 9, 1998 3 km N of Dannemora, New York M3.3 103 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 102 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 61 km
Jun 1, 2002 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada M3.2 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLAT ROCK FIRE (658 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 FLAT ROCK FIRE 658 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
July 67°F (19°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.4 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.3 in

Brome has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 13°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (3.0").

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10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school. 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+28.3%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.1%

Radio Stations near Brome

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIDI-FM 99.1 Knowlton, QC community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Brome

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MISSISQUOI VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8029882397
RICHFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
Brome County Historical Society Museum
Le Musée du chocolat de la confiserie Bromont
Le P’tit Monde Des Grands
Musée des communications et d'histoire de Sutton

Libraries in Brome

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ARVIN A. BROWN PUBLIC88 MAIN ST.0.08,372
WM. & LUCY RAND MEMORIAL160 RAILROAD ST.0.07,176
Bibliothèque Commémorative Pettes0.0
Bibliothèque Danielle-Simard0.0
Bibliothèque municipale & scolaire de Sutton0.0
Bibliothèque Paul-O Trépanier0.0
Bibliothèque Sutton0.0
Bromont Library0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Brome

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jay Village Farmers' Market 1077 Route 24205/24/2014 to 09/27/2014Sat: 9:30 AM-2:30 PM;
North Troy Farmers MarketTranquil Gardens Center
Richford Farmers' Market21 Main Street (in parking lot across from Main Street Grocery)06/21/2014 to 10/04/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes

Breweries in Brome

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
À L'Abordage Microbrasserie
Brasserie Vrooden
La Ferme - Brasserie Rurale

Stadiums & Teams in Brome

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Brome

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 Brome

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Patrick Leahy Burlington International AirportBTVMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Allenholm Airport—Small Airport
Bouthillier Airport—Small Airport
Butler Island Airport—Small Airport
Caledonia County AirportLLXSmall Airport
Crossroad Airport—Small Airport
Davis Private Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Field—Small Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Farnham Airport—Small Airport
Franklin County State Airport—Small Airport
Grant Airport—Small Airport
Greenwoods Airfield—Small Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) Airport—Small Airport
Mansonville Airport—Small Airport
Meadow STOLport—Small Airport
Morrisville-Stowe State AirportMVLSmall Airport
Mountain View Farm Airport—Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Northern Lights Airport—Small Airport
Perras Field—Small Airport
Richelieu Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu/Messier Airport—Small Airport
Rougemont Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Savage Island Airport—Small Airport
Shaw Meadow Airport—Small Airport
Smith Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathias Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport—Small Airport
Taylor Airport—Small Airport
Two Tails Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Villeneuve Field—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport
West Burke Aerodrome—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Brome

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Saint-John the Evangelist

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brome

What is the population of Brome?

Brome has a population of 341 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Brome expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $512 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Brome safe?

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

What is the weather like in Brome?

Brome has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches, with 18.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Brome?

The unemployment rate in Brome is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $785. There are 11 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 26.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Brome?

The median home value in Brome is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $512. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.

How are the schools in Brome?

10.0% of adults in Brome hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school. 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Brome?

The average commute in Brome is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Brome?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Brome is 100% White. 56.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 36.2% speak Spanish.

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