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Godmanchester, QC

Quebec

Godmanchester is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,403. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,403 Population 26/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $36,400 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$720 Median Rent 7.6% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $720/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,403
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$36,400
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty15.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$720
Ownership77.6%
Housing Units580
Rent Burden7.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+32.1%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Godmanchester a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Godmanchester is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Godmanchester is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Godmanchester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow.

Godmanchester has a population of 1,403 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 53.5 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 38.6% of residents, while 54.3% speak Spanish.

Population

1,403
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
53.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Godmanchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 38.6%
51% below US avg
Spanish 54.3%
305% above US avg
Other Languages 7.1%

Social Characteristics

Godmanchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Godmanchester is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,400. The average weekly wage is $700, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 43 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 24.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Godmanchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,400
Avg Weekly Wage$700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Godmanchester is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below the national average of $1,163). 77.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 580 total housing units in the city. 7.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Rent Burden7.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.6%
Owner-Occupied77.6%
Renter-Occupied22.4%
Housing Units580

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, Godmanchester receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Godmanchester 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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Godmanchester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 10.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area53.5 sq mi (138.7 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates45.0791°N, 74.2395°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.5"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 10.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

159 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 1, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 131 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 76 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 102 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 49 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 101 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 86 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 80 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 90 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 136 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 97 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 107 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 22 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 64 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 97 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 126 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 32 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 113 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 18 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 126 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 60 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 33 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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 53 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.6 in
April 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 3.1 in

Godmanchester has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 14°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+32.1%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area53.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.1%

Radio Stations near Godmanchester

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOD 92.1 & 91.9 "GO FM" Cornwall, ON — AAC

Museums in Godmanchester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ALMANZO AND LAURA INGALLS WILDER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5184831207$56,164
CHATEAUGAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5184976295
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION51 MILWAUKEE STREET5184832750
WESTVILLE HISTORICAL ORGANIZATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
Centre d'interprétation du site archéologique Droulers-Tsiionhiakwhata
Moulin historique de Coteau-du-Lac
Musée Yves-Abran
MUSO

Libraries in Godmanchester

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
THE WEAD LIBRARY64 ELM STREET0.037,746
CHATEAUGAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY4 JOHN ST.0.05,201
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque Gaby-Farmer-Denis0.0
Bibliothèque Jules-Fournier0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Les Coteaux0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Lucie-Benoit0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Maxime-Raymond0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Polycarpe0.0
The Little Green Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Godmanchester

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Malone Farmers' MarketRt. 11 Malone Airport06/11/2014 to 10/15/2014Wed: 12:00 PM-4:30 PM;Visit
Marché champêtre de Coteau-du-Lac
Marché public de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Breweries in Godmanchester

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Microbrasserie Maltéus

Ski Resorts Near Godmanchester

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sugarbush 87.0 16 1,240 $83 November - April — Yes
Loon Mountain 50.0 12 930 $73 November - April — Yes
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bois Duvernay 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in Godmanchester

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
RT 11 (102863)MTOWER50

Superfund Sites Near Godmanchester

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
REENERGY CHATEAUGAY LLC7019 ST RTE 374FRANKLIN

Airports Near Godmanchester

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Adirondack Regional AirportSLKMedium Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Massena International Airport Richards FieldMSSMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Adirondack Airpark Estates Airport—Small Airport
Alexandria Aerodrome—Small Airport
Catalano Airfield—Small Airport
Hawkesbury (East) Airport—Small Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field—Small Airport
Hawkesbury Airport—Small Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip—Small Airport
High Banks Farm Landing Area Airport—Small Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport—Small Airport
Lachute Airport—Small Airport
Lancaster Airpark—Small Airport
Long Sault Airstrip—Small Airport
Malone Dufort Airport—Small Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Maxville Airport—Small Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot—Small Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare Airport—Small Airport
Mountain View Airpark—Small Airport
Northway Airport—Small Airport
Potsdam Municipal Airport Damon Field—Small Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)—Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome—Small Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Aerodrome—Small Airport
St-Jérôme Airport—Small Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport—Small Airport
Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee Airport—Small Airport
Vasile Field—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Godmanchester

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Saint Josephs ATRC - Malone Outpatient ClinicSubstance Abuse518-483-6566

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Frequently Asked Questions About Godmanchester

What is the population of Godmanchester?

Godmanchester has a population of 1,403 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 53.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 52.1% male.

Is Godmanchester expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Godmanchester safe?

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

What is the weather like in Godmanchester?

Godmanchester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 10.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Godmanchester?

The unemployment rate in Godmanchester is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $700. There are 43 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 24.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Godmanchester?

The median home value in Godmanchester is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $720. The homeownership rate is 77.6%.

How are the schools in Godmanchester?

5.9% of adults in Godmanchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Godmanchester?

The average commute in Godmanchester is 27 minutes. 88% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Godmanchester?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Godmanchester is 98.9% White. 38.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 54.3% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Huntingdon, QC 2,556 pop · 3.6 mi Sainte-Barbe, QC 1,609 pop · 6.2 mi Hinchinbrooke, QC 2,187 pop · 7.1 mi Saint-Anicet, QC 2,754 pop · 7.2 mi Saint-Stanislas-de-Kostka, QC 1,852 pop · 8.7 mi Rivière-Beaudette, QC 2,489 pop · 11.6 mi Saint-Zotique, QC 9,618 pop · 11.8 mi Ormstown, QC 3,917 pop · 12.3 mi Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, QC 42,787 pop · 12.9 mi Les Coteaux, QC 5,643 pop · 14.1 mi Fort Covington, NY 1,053 pop · 14.6 mi Coteau-du-Lac, QC 7,473 pop · 15.5 mi Saint-Polycarpe, QC 2,372 pop · 15.5 mi Franklin, QC 1,635 pop · 16.1 mi
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