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Chertsey, QC

Quebec

Chertsey is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,295. Residents earn $57,600 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,295 Population 48/sq mi density
$57,600 Median Income $38,440 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$715 Median Rent 14.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 229 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$57,600 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $715/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,600
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $715
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,295
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$57,600
Per Capita$38,440
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty18.6%
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$715
Ownership86.2%
Housing Units2,720
Rent Burden14.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+26.4%
Graduate+2.2%

Community

Commute42 min

Is Chertsey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chertsey receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chertsey has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chertsey is $57,600, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chertsey is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $715 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Chertsey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches, including 95.2 inches of snow.

Chertsey has a population of 5,295 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 110.4 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.3% female and 54.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.1% of residents, while 92.6% speak Spanish.

Population

5,295
Total Population
2021 Census
48
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
110.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chertsey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.1%
96% below US avg
Spanish 92.6%
591% above US avg
Other Languages 4.3%

Social Characteristics

Chertsey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chertsey is $57,600, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,440. The average weekly wage is $739, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 164 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 15.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Chertsey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,600
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,440
Avg Weekly Wage$739

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)164

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.3 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Chertsey is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $715 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 86.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,720 total housing units in the city. 14.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$715
39% below US avg
Rent Burden14.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.2%
Owner-Occupied86.2%
Renter-Occupied13.6%
Housing Units2,720

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, Chertsey receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Chertsey 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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Chertsey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 95.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area110.4 sq mi (286.0 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates46.0711°N, 73.8910°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.6"
44% above US avg
Snowfall 95.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

169 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 124 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 138 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 43 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 75 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 140 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 41 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 42 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 102 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 84 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 83 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 113 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 60 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 92 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 104 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 71 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 117 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 65 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 55 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 93 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 3.0 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 4.1 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 3.7 in

Chertsey has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 11°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.8").

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5.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.4% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+26.4%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area110.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.3 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Schools in Chertsey

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Théodore
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Radio Stations near Chertsey

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Chertsey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée Zénon-Alary

Libraries in Chertsey

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Hippolyte0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs0.0
Bibliothèque du Docteur-Jacques-Olivier0.0
Bibliothèque Gisèle Paré0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque publique de Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci0.0

Farmers Markets in Chertsey

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Vogel

Theatres in Chertsey

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château
Fort

Clinics in Chertsey

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC Matawinie Chertsey

Gas Stations in Chertsey

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harnois

Banks in Chertsey

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Gyms in Chertsey

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

centre Val-Santé

Ski Resorts Near Chertsey

24 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Belle Neige 0.0 $0
Ski Garceau 0.0 $0
Piste de Glisse 0.0 $0
Ski La Réserve 0.0 $0
Station touristique Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme 0.0 $0
Zone Telemark Montagne Noir 0.0 $0
Mont Tremblant Resort 0.0 $0
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0
Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Ski Montcalm 0.0 $0
Vallée Bleue 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Avalanche 0.0 $0
Ski Chantecler 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0

Airports Near Chertsey

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Donat AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Michel-des-Saints AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Chertsey

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Chertsey

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chertsey

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame-de-Beaulac
Monastère Sainte Marie Reine des coeurs

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chertsey

What is the population of Chertsey?

Chertsey has a population of 5,295 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 110.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.3% female and 54.7% male.

Is Chertsey expensive to live in?

The median household income is $57,600, 23% 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 $715 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Chertsey safe?

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

What is the weather like in Chertsey?

Chertsey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.6 inches, with 95.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chertsey?

The job market in Chertsey faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $739. There are 164 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 42 minutes, and 15.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chertsey?

The median home value in Chertsey is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $715. The homeownership rate is 86.2%.

How are the schools in Chertsey?

5.4% of adults in Chertsey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.4% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Chertsey?

The average commute in Chertsey is 42 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chertsey?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chertsey is 97.8% White, 1.3% Black or African American. 3.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 92.6% speak Spanish.

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