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Dudswell, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Dudswell is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,755. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,755 Population 21/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $42,200 per capita
$202,000 Home Value
$596 Median Rent 12.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$202,000 home value, $596/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,000
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $596
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,755
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$42,200
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty13.5%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,000
Rent$596
Ownership87.5%
Housing Units800
Rent Burden12.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+21.0%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Dudswell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dudswell receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Dudswell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dudswell is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dudswell is $202,000, 28% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $596 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dudswell 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 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 16.8 inches of snow.

Dudswell has a population of 1,755 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 84.2 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.6% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 5.7% of residents, while 92.6% speak Spanish.

Population

1,755
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
84.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dudswell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 5.7%
93% below US avg
Spanish 92.6%
591% above US avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Dudswell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dudswell is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,200. The average weekly wage is $812, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 54 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 16.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Dudswell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,200
Avg Weekly Wage$812

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dudswell is $202,000, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $596 (49% below the national average of $1,163). 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 800 total housing units in the city. 12.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,000
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$596
49% below US avg
Rent Burden12.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.5%
Owner-Occupied87.5%
Renter-Occupied13.1%
Housing Units800

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, Dudswell receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Dudswell 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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Dudswell 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 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 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 686 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area84.2 sq mi (218.0 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates45.5838°N, 71.5755°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 16.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.12"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 136 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 133 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 105 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 147 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 144 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 102 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 73 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 147 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 134 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 119 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 65 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 114 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 134 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 65 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 132 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 137 km
Mar 24, 2007 7 km W of Sainte-Catherine, Canada M2.8 117 km
Nov 6, 1997 St. Lawrence Valley region, Quebec, Canada M2.8 134 km
Apr 5, 2010 11 km WSW of Nicolet, Canada M2.8 112 km
Jul 4, 2016 6 km S of Saint-Thomas, Canada M2.8 145 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) 2.7 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
April 38°F (4°C) 3.4 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) 3.9 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
November 33°F (0°C) 4.0 in
December 19°F (-8°C) 3.7 in

Dudswell has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 12°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.7").

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9.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+21.0%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area84.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

Schools in Dudswell

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame-Du-Paradis - - - -
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Radio Stations near Dudswell

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
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 Dudswell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison de Lime Ridge
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Dudswell
Musée Eaton Corner

Libraries in Dudswell

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

Gas Stations in Dudswell

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sonic

Golf Courses in Dudswell

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sommet Du Golf

Ski Resorts Near Dudswell

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
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 Dudswell

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Gifford Field-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
St-Frédéric Airport-Small Airport
Thetford Mines Airport-Small Airport
Valcourt Airport-Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport-Small Airport
Weller Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dudswell

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bishopton United Church
Église Saint-Adolphe-de-Dudswell
Grace United Church -Brookbury

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dudswell

What is the population of Dudswell?

Dudswell has a population of 1,755 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 84.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.6% female and 52.7% male.

Is Dudswell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $70,000, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,000 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $596 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Dudswell safe?

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

What is the weather like in Dudswell?

Dudswell 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 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 16.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dudswell?

The unemployment rate in Dudswell is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $812. There are 54 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 16.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dudswell?

The median home value in Dudswell is $202,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $596. The homeownership rate is 87.5%.

How are the schools in Dudswell?

9.7% of adults in Dudswell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.0% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Dudswell?

The average commute in Dudswell is 29 minutes. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dudswell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dudswell is 100% White. 5.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 92.6% speak Spanish.

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