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Ormstown, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Ormstown is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,917. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,917 Population 71/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $39,400 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$715 Median Rent 12.2% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 266 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $715/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% 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+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $715
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,917
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$39,400
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty14.1%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$715
Ownership69.8%
Housing Units1,705
Rent Burden12.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+28.3%
Graduate+1.1%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Ormstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ormstown receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Ormstown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ormstown is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% 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 Ormstown is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $715 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

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ormstown 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 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow.

Ormstown has a population of 3,917 with a density of 71 people per square mile, spread across 54.9 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 32% of residents, while 62.8% speak Spanish.

Population

3,917
Total Population
2021 Census
71
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
54.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ormstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 32.0%
59% below US avg
Spanish 62.8%
368% above US avg
Other Languages 5.2%

Social Characteristics

Ormstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ormstown is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,400. The average weekly wage is $758, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 121 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 17.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Ormstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,400
Avg Weekly Wage$758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ormstown is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $715 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 69.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,705 total housing units in the city. 12.2% 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$715
39% below US avg
Rent Burden12.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.8%
Owner-Occupied69.8%
Renter-Occupied30.2%
Housing Units1,705

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, Ormstown receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Ormstown 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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Ormstown 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 266 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 38.7 inches. The area receives 10.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 141 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 Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area54.9 sq mi (142.2 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates45.1334°N, 73.9992°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 10.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

152 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 M5.4 142 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 73 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 101 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 51 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 84 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 100 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 91 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 97 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 140 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 109 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 90 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 17 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 68 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 110 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 114 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 133 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 40 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 2 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 128 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 14 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 33 144 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 41 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 3.0 in

Ormstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 14°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").

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7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+28.3%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area54.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home17.5%

Schools in Ormstown

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame-du-Rosaire
Ormstown School
École secondaire Régionale Châteauguay Valley
Centre Jean XXIII
Chateauguay Valley Career Education Centre
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Radio Stations near Ormstown

30 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ICI Radio-Canada Première Montréal news, talk AAC 128 kbps
CJAD 800 local news, news talk MP3 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première - Montréal, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CHMP 985 FM talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
BPM sports 91.9 sports MP3 64 kbps
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC bpm sports, sports AAC 48 kbps
CFQR 600 Montreal, QC classic hits, news talk MP3 160 kbps
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) classical MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC catholic, religious MP3 192 kbps
CFQR 600 canada, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC classic hits, oldies MP3 128 kbps
Techno.FM techno MP3 320 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) idol, japanese MP3 128 kbps
J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii japanese, japanese idols MP3 128 kbps
ICI Musique - Montréal AAC 48 kbps
Radio Sport Montréal MP3
CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC campus radio, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Magic FM Montreal AAC 128 kbps
CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CKAC 730 "Radio Circulation" Montreal traffic information MP3
CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (320K MP3) classical MP3 320 kbps
CKUT 90.3 FM alternative, campus radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Classique - Montreal, QC classical AAC 48 kbps
Gravity House deep house, house AAC+ 160 kbps
CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC oldies MP3 64 kbps
CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ormstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHATEAUGAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5184976295
Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site
Moulin historique de Coteau-du-Lac
Musée Nicolas-Manny
Musée Yves-Abran
MUSO
Pointe-du-Buisson/Musée québécois d'archéologie

Libraries in Ormstown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHATEAUGAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY4 JOHN ST.0.05,201
ELLENBURG SARAH A. MUNSIL FREE LIBRARY5139 ROUTE 110.01,250
Bibliothèque Adrienne-DeMontigny0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque de Beauharnois0.0
Bibliothèque de Ormstown0.0
Bibliothèque Gaby-Farmer-Denis0.0
Bibliothèque Jules-Fournier0.0
Bibliothèque Marie-Uguay0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Les Coteaux0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de St-Étienne-de-Beauharnois0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Lucie-Benoit0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Maxime-Raymond0.0
The Little Green Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ormstown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché champêtre de Coteau-du-Lac
Marché public de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Cafes in Ormstown

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Ormstown

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre médical Ormstown

Dentists in Ormstown

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Dentaire Ormstown Inc

Veterinaries in Ormstown

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôpital Vétérinaire Ormstown

Gas Stations in Ormstown

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crevier
Esso
Petro-Canada
Shell

Banks in Ormstown

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CIBC

Shopping Malls in Ormstown

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Galeries Ormstown

Breweries in Ormstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Livingstone Brewing
Microbrasserie Maltéus

Ski Resorts Near Ormstown

5 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
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0

Cell Towers in Ormstown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Clinton Mills Road (102872)GTOWER98
RT 11 (102863)MTOWER50

Superfund Sites Near Ormstown

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
REENERGY CHATEAUGAY LLC7019 ST RTE 374FRANKLIN

Airports Near Ormstown

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Adirondack Regional AirportSLKMedium Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Plattsburgh International AirportPBGMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Adirondack Airpark Estates AirportSmall Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall Airport
Allenholm AirportSmall Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Catalano AirfieldSmall Airport
Hawk's Nest AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury (East) AirportSmall Airport
Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hawkesbury AirportSmall Airport
Herb's Travel Plaza AirstripSmall Airport
High Banks Farm Landing Area AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lachute AirportSmall Airport
Lancaster AirparkSmall Airport
Malone Dufort AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View AirparkSmall Airport
Northern Lights AirportSmall Airport
Northway AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle AirportSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Secret Spot AirportSmall Airport
Shelburne Farms AirportSmall Airport
Smith AirportSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville AirportSmall Airport
Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee AirportSmall Airport
Vasile FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ormstown

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ormstown

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Malachie
Église unie St. Paul
St-James Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ormstown

What is the population of Ormstown?

Ormstown has a population of 3,917 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 54.9 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 50.4% female and 49.5% male.

Is Ormstown 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 $715 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 Ormstown safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ormstown?

Ormstown 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 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ormstown?

The unemployment rate in Ormstown is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $758. There are 121 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 17.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ormstown?

The median home value in Ormstown is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $715. The homeownership rate is 69.8%.

How are the schools in Ormstown?

7.1% of adults in Ormstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Ormstown?

The average commute in Ormstown is 27 minutes. 90% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ormstown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ormstown is 98.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 32% of residents speak only English at home, while 62.8% speak Spanish.

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