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Richmond, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Richmond is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,259. Residents earn $51,600 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,259 Population 1,209/sq mi density
$51,600 Median Income $35,480 per capita
$190,000 Home Value
$564 Median Rent 14.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$51,600 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $564/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 $51,600
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $564
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,259
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density1,209/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,600
Per Capita$35,480
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty19.5%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$564
Ownership51.9%
Housing Units1,610
Rent Burden14.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+25.6%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richmond 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Richmond has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richmond is $51,600, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richmond is $190,000, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x 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

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Richmond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow.

Richmond has a population of 3,259 with a density of 1,209 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 21.5% of residents, while 73.3% speak Spanish.

Population

3,259
Total Population
2021 Census
1,209
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 21.5%
73% below US avg
Spanish 73.3%
447% above US avg
Other Languages 5.2%

Social Characteristics

Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richmond is $51,600, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,480. The average weekly wage is $682, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 101 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,600
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,480
Avg Weekly Wage$682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Richmond is $190,000, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 51.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,610 total housing units in the city. 14.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$564
52% below US avg
Rent Burden14.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership51.9%
Owner-Occupied51.9%
Renter-Occupied47.8%
Housing Units1,610

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, Richmond receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Richmond 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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Richmond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density1,209/sq mi
Coordinates45.6668°N, 72.1491°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.0"
19% above US avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 138 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 88 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 118 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 145 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 63 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 111 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 101 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 38 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 120 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 108 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 93 km
Jun 1, 2002 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada M3.2 133 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 89 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 109 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 25 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 76 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 22 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 138 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 136 km
Mar 24, 2007 7 km W of Sainte-Catherine, Canada M2.8 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-11°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
September 56°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.7 in

Richmond has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 11°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.5").

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7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+25.6%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,209/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Schools in Richmond

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centre d'Art de Richmond
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Radio Stations near Richmond

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
CIDI-FM 99.1 Knowlton, QC community radio MP3 128 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
Viva 105,3 Drummondville drummondville, francophone MP3 48 kbps

Museums in Richmond

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Interpretation de l'Ardoise
Musée Autos Anciennes
Musée de l'ingéniosité J.Armand Bombardier

Libraries in Richmond

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Irène-Duclos0.0
Bibliothèque Joseph-Charles-Saint-Amant0.0
Bibliothèque publique d'Asbestos0.0
Bibliothèque Yvonne L Bombardier0.0

Farmers Markets in Richmond

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché champêtre de Melbourne

Cafes in Richmond

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Richmond

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Shell

Breweries in Richmond

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs

Ski Resorts Near Richmond

4 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
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 $0
Mont Orford 0.0 $0

Airports Near Richmond

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Crossroad AirportSmall Airport
Douglas FieldSmall Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Mansonville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
St-Dominique AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport
Weller AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Richmond

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Ste-Bibiane
Salle du Royaume

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UFO Sightings
15
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Frequently Asked Questions About Richmond

What is the population of Richmond?

Richmond has a population of 3,259 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,209 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Richmond expensive to live in?

The median household income is $51,600, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,000 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Richmond safe?

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

What is the weather like in Richmond?

Richmond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Richmond?

Richmond has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $682. There are 101 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 15.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Richmond?

The median home value in Richmond is $190,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $564. The homeownership rate is 51.9%.

How are the schools in Richmond?

7.7% of adults in Richmond hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Richmond?

The average commute in Richmond is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Richmond?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Richmond is 98.9% White, 0.6% Asian. 21.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 73.3% speak Spanish.

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