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Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford, QC

Quebec

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,476. Residents earn $74,500 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,476 Population 30/sq mi density
$74,500 Median Income $41,800 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$735 Median Rent 6.8% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$74,500 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $735/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,500
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

How Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,476
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,500
Per Capita$41,800
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty12.3%
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$735
Ownership83.3%
Housing Units570
Rent Burden6.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+22.9%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is $74,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x 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

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow.

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford has a population of 1,476 with a density of 30 people per square mile, spread across 49.0 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.1% female and 53.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 4.4% of residents, while 93.2% speak Spanish.

Population

1,476
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
49.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 4.4%
94% below US avg
Spanish 93.2%
596% above US avg
Other Languages 2.4%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is $74,500, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,800. The average weekly wage is $804, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 46 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 22.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,500
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,800
Avg Weekly Wage$804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)46

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 83.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 570 total housing units in the city. 6.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden6.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.3%
Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units570

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, Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford 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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Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 745 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Area49.0 sq mi (126.9 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates45.4522°N, 72.5256°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above US avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.88"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 139 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 146 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 146 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 67 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 126 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 138 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 122 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 99 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 82 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 68 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 110 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 116 km
Apr 20, 2002 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.7 141 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 149 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 136 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 61 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 124 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 115 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 59 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 3.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.6 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.0 in
June 62°F (16°C) 4.4 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.9 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.1 in

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 13°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.9").

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7.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+22.9%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area49.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.7%

Schools in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Centrale — — — —
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Radio Stations near Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brome County Historical Society Museum
Le Musée du chocolat de la confiserie Bromont
Le P’tit Monde Des Grands
Musée de l'ingéniosité J.Armand Bombardier

Libraries in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Commémorative Pettes0.0
Bibliothèque Danielle-Simard0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Acton Vale0.0
Bibliothèque Paul-O Trépanier0.0
Bibliothèque St-Valerien0.0
Bibliothèque Yvonne L Bombardier0.0
Bromont Library0.0

Gas Stations in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sonic

Breweries in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Vrooden
La Ferme - Brasserie Rurale

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

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 Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Butler Island Airport—Small Airport
Crossroad Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Field—Small Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Farnham Airport—Small Airport
Franklin County State Airport—Small Airport
Grant Airport—Small Airport
Greenwoods Airfield—Small Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) Airport—Small Airport
Mansonville Airport—Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Richelieu Airport—Small Airport
Richelieu/Messier Airport—Small Airport
Rougemont Airport—Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Savage Island Airport—Small Airport
Sorel Airport—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathias Airport—Small Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Joachim de Shefford

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford

What is the population of Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford?

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford has a population of 1,476 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 49.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.

Is Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $74,500, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford?

Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford?

The job market in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $804. There are 46 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 22.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford?

The median home value in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $735. The homeownership rate is 83.3%.

How are the schools in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford?

7.6% of adults in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford?

The average commute in Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is 29 minutes. 90.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is 98.7% White. 4.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.2% speak Spanish.

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