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Ham-Sud, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Ham-Sud is a small town in Quebec with a population of 214. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
214 Population 4/sq mi density
$71,452 Median Income $44,112 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,452 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,452
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How Ham-Sud Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population214
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female53% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,452
Per Capita$44,112
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty12.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$647
Ownership95.2%
Housing Units105
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+18.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Ham-Sud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ham-Sud receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Ham-Sud offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ham-Sud is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ham-Sud is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ham-Sud has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 17.9 inches of snow.

Ham-Sud has a population of 214 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 58.4 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.2% female and 53.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.3% of residents, while 93% speak Spanish.

Population

214
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
58.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ham-Sud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.3%
97% below US avg
Spanish 93.0%
594% above US avg
Other Languages 4.7%

Social Characteristics

Ham-Sud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ham-Sud 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 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 38.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ham-Sud 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

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ham-Sud is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 95.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 105 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 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.2%
Owner-Occupied95.2%
Renter-Occupied4.8%
Housing Units105

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, Ham-Sud receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Ham-Sud 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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Ham-Sud has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,348 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area58.4 sq mi (151.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates45.7569°N, 71.6025°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"
28% above US avg
Snowfall 17.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 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 M4.8 117 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 129 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 95 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 148 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 83 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 62 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 134 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 129 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 142 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 150 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 149 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 136 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 127 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 101 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 67 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 150 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 66 km
Jan 3, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M2.9 142 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 115 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 3.2 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.0 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.3 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 44°F (6°C) 4.2 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 4.2 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 3.9 in

Ham-Sud has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 11°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (3.0").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+18.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area58.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Radio Stations near Ham-Sud

7 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
CKLD "Plaisir 105.5" Thetford Mines, QC soft adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 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 Ham-Sud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison de Lime Ridge
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Dudswell
Musée d'outils anciens de St-Rémi

Libraries in Ham-Sud

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Stoke0.0

Hotels in Ham-Sud

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Restaurant La Mara

Ski Resorts Near Ham-Sud

6 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
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ham-Sud

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport
Weller AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ham-Sud

What is the population of Ham-Sud?

Ham-Sud has a population of 214 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 58.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.2% female and 53.5% male.

Is Ham-Sud expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% 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 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ham-Sud safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ham-Sud?

Ham-Sud has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches, with 17.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ham-Sud?

The job market in Ham-Sud faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 7 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 38.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ham-Sud?

The median home value in Ham-Sud is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 95.2%.

How are the schools in Ham-Sud?

7.7% of adults in Ham-Sud hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Ham-Sud?

The average commute in Ham-Sud is 27 minutes. 92.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 38.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ham-Sud?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ham-Sud is 100% White. 2.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 93% speak Spanish.

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