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East Farnham, QC

Quebec

East Farnham is a small town in Quebec with a population of 612. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
612 Population 316/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $44,600 per capita
$260,000 Home Value
$720 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,500 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $720/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population612
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density316/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$44,600
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty7.0%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$720
Ownership76.8%
Housing Units280
Rent Burden14.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+26.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is East Farnham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Farnham receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. East Farnham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Farnham is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Farnham is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x 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

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

East Farnham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow.

East Farnham has a population of 612 with a density of 316 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 18.9% of residents, while 77.9% speak Spanish.

Population

612
Total Population
316
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

East Farnham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 18.9%
76% below US avg
Spanish 77.9%
481% above US avg
Other Languages 3.3%

Social Characteristics

East Farnham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Farnham is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $858, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 19 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.3% of workers work from home.

Income: East Farnham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,600
Avg Weekly Wage$858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in East Farnham is $260,000, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below the national average of $1,163). 76.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 280 total housing units in the city. 14.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.8%
Owner-Occupied76.8%
Renter-Occupied21.4%
Housing Units280

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, East Farnham receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: East Farnham 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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East Farnham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density316/sq mi
Coordinates45.2413°N, 72.7731°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above US avg
Snowfall 17.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

76 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 109 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 130 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 138 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 69 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 106 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 144 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 99 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 126 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 57 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 106 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 88 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 89 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 149 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 90 km
Apr 8, 2003 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.7 142 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 136 km
Apr 20, 2002 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.7 111 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 89 km
Feb 28, 2010 5 km NNW of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.4 142 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 98 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 79 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.1 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in
November 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 3.9 in

East Farnham has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 14°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.7").

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2.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+26.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density316/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Schools in East Farnham

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Saint-Vincent-Ferrier — — — —
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Radio Stations near East Farnham

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in East Farnham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
RICHFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
Grange Ronde de Mystic
Le Musée du chocolat de la confiserie Bromont
Le P’tit Monde Des Grands
Musée des communications et d'histoire de Sutton
Musée Missiquoi

Libraries in East Farnham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ARVIN A. BROWN PUBLIC88 MAIN ST.0.08,372
Bibliothèque Azarie-Couillard Després0.0
Bibliothèque communautaire de Frelighsburg0.0
Bibliothèque Léon-Maurice-Côté de Bedford0.0
Bibliothèque municipale & scolaire de Sutton0.0
Bibliothèque Paul-O Trépanier0.0
Bibliothèque Sutton0.0
Bromont Library0.0

Farmers Markets in East Farnham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Station Gourmande
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

Theatres in East Farnham

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre Des Tournesols de Cowansville

Gas Stations in East Farnham

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Petro-T

Breweries in East Farnham

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

Stadiums & Teams in East Farnham

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near East Farnham

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Owl's Head 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Orford 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near East Farnham

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Plattsburgh International AirportPBGMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Allenholm Airport—Small Airport
Bouthillier Airport—Small Airport
Butler Island Airport—Small 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
Hawk's Nest Airport—Small Airport
L'Assomption Airport—Small Airport
Mansonville Airport—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-Bernard-de-Lacolle Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Savage Island Airport—Small Airport
Secret Spot Airport—Small Airport
Shaw Meadow Airport—Small Airport
Smith Airport—Small Airport
Sorel 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

Post Offices in East Farnham

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste d'Adamsville
Bureau de poste de East Farnham

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Frequently Asked Questions About East Farnham

What is the population of East Farnham?

East Farnham has a population of 612 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 316 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 50% male.

Is East Farnham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,500, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,000 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is East Farnham safe?

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

What is the weather like in East Farnham?

East Farnham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches, with 17.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in East Farnham?

The job market in East Farnham is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $858. There are 19 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 13.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in East Farnham?

The median home value in East Farnham is $260,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $720. The homeownership rate is 76.8%.

How are the schools in East Farnham?

2.9% of adults in East Farnham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in East Farnham?

The average commute in East Farnham is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of East Farnham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of East Farnham is 98.4% White, 1.6% Black or African American. 18.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 77.9% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Cowansville, QC 15,234 pop · 3.1 mi Brigham, QC 2,282 pop · 3.7 mi Saint-Alphonse-de-Granby, QC 3,341 pop · 6.1 mi Sainte-Croix, QC 2,529 pop · 7.6 mi Dunham, QC 3,599 pop · 7.6 mi Shefford, QC 7,253 pop · 7.7 mi Bromont, QC 11,357 pop · 8.0 mi Farnham, QC 10,149 pop · 10.6 mi Ange-Gardien, QC 2,889 pop · 10.8 mi Granby, QC 69,025 pop · 11.1 mi Sutton, QC 4,548 pop · 12.4 mi Lac-Brome, QC 5,923 pop · 12.6 mi Frelighsburg, QC 1,123 pop · 13.2 mi Waterloo, QC 4,920 pop · 14.6 mi
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