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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.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /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 27.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 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
2.5 / 5.0
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
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% 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%
Housing Units408
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

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

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Cookshire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cookshire receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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

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

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.

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.

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 average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 32 business establishments. 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
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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. There are 408 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 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
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units408

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, Cookshire receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cookshire 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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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. 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

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. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area114.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Cookshire

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Camille — — — —
Eastern Townships School Board - Cookshire — — — —
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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

Museums in Cookshire

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lieu historique national Louis-S. St-Laurent
Maison de Lime Ridge
Miellerie Lune de Miel
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Dudswell
Musée Eaton Corner
Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre

Libraries in Cookshire

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Stoke0.0
Centre multifonctionnel Victoria0.0
Lennoxville Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cookshire

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Galerie Quatre Saisons

Cafes in Cookshire

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café L’Orchidée

Theatres in Cookshire

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Loisirs Cookshire

Gas Stations in Cookshire

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Irving
Ultramar

Banks in Cookshire

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Breweries in Cookshire

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Le Lion d'Or

Ski Resorts Near Cookshire

5 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 — — —
Ski Eldorado - Secteur St-Paul 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Eldorado - Secteur 10e Rang 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Orford 0.0 — — $0 — — —

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

Post Offices in Cookshire

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cookshire Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cookshire

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Paroisse Sainte Marie de l'Incarnation
St Peter's Anglican Church

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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?

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?

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

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 weekly wage is $848. There are 32 business establishments in the area. 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. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

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.

Nearby Cities

Cookshire-Eaton, QC 5,344 pop · 0.2 mi East Angus, QC 3,840 pop · 5.0 mi Westbury, QC 1,097 pop · 5.4 mi Ascot Corner, QC 3,368 pop · 7.0 mi Bury, QC 1,252 pop · 7.4 mi Stoke, QC 3,014 pop · 11.6 mi Dudswell, QC 1,755 pop · 11.9 mi Sherbrooke, QC 172,950 pop · 13.1 mi Compton, QC 3,270 pop · 15.3 mi Waterville, QC 2,307 pop · 15.9 mi Rock Forest, QC 35,500 pop · 18.3 mi Val-Joli, QC 1,671 pop · 20.3 mi Windsor, QC 5,294 pop · 20.7 mi Coaticook, QC 8,867 pop · 21.2 mi
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