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Cookshire, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Cookshire is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,021. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,021 Population 9/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$230,186 Home Value
$647 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
82 Violent Crime/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$230,186 home value, $647/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
82 violent crimes/100K (78% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,186
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 82/100K
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,021
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,186
Rent$647
Ownership66.5%

Crime

C
Violent82/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder2.3/100K

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation764 ft (233 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Cookshire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cookshire receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cookshire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cookshire is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cookshire is $230,186, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cookshire is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 82 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cookshire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Cookshire has a population of 1,021 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 114.4 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.6% of residents, while 88.1% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,021
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
114.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cookshire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.6%
92% below US avg
Spanish 88.1%
557% above US avg
Other Languages 5.3%

Social Characteristics

Cookshire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cookshire is $71,452, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,112 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cookshire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,452
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cookshire is $230,186, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,186
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%

Property Tax

In Cookshire, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Cookshire vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Cookshire has a violent crime rate of 82 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 2.3 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Cookshire receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Cookshire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent82.5/100K
78% below US avg
Murder2.3/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
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Cookshire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The area receives 16.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 / among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 764 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation764 ft (233 m)
Area114.4 sq mi (296.2 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates45.4154°N, 71.6296°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.5"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 16.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Earthquake History

33 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 M3.9 133 km
Aug 21, 1996 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire M3.8 139 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 128 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 112 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 148 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 133 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 121 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 83 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 129 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 107 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 124 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 62 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 63 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 120 km
Mar 24, 2007 7 km W of Sainte-Catherine, Canada M2.8 128 km
Jul 4, 2016 6 km S of Saint-Thomas, Canada M2.8 148 km
Apr 5, 2010 11 km WSW of Nicolet, Canada M2.8 121 km
Apr 15, 2010 9 km W of Valcourt, Canada M2.7 64 km
Apr 21, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M2.7 62 km
Sep 24, 2023 1 km N of Charlemagne, Canada M2.7 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 5.1 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
November 33°F (0°C) 3.9 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.7 in

Cookshire has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 12°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.6").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area114.4 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home20.6%

Radio Stations near Cookshire

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

Airports Near Cookshire

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Crossroad Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Field—Small Airport
Errol AirportERRSmall Airport
Gifford Field—Small Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Lambton Airport—Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce Airport—Small Airport
Thetford Mines Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cookshire

What is the population of Cookshire?

Cookshire has a population of 1,021 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 114.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Cookshire expensive to live in?

Cookshire is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cookshire safe?

Cookshire is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 82 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Cookshire receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cookshire?

Cookshire 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 66°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches, with 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Cookshire?

The unemployment rate in Cookshire is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cookshire?

The median home value in Cookshire is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Cookshire?

32.9% of adults in Cookshire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Cookshire?

The obesity rate in Cookshire is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Cookshire?

The average commute in Cookshire is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cookshire?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cookshire is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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