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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.

3.1 /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
39°F Avg Temperature 248 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 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
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Ham-Sud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ham-Sud receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only2.3%
97% below US avg
Spanish93.0%
594% above US avg
Other Languages4.7%

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 unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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). There are 105 total housing units in the city. 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

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In Ham-Sud, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ham-Sud vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. 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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall17.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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

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").

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). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area58.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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?

Ham-Sud is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

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 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.

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.

How healthy is Ham-Sud?

The obesity rate in Ham-Sud is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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