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Sainte-Sophie, QC
Quebec · Montreal Metro
Sainte-Sophie is a small city in Quebec with a population of 18,080. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Sainte-Sophie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Sainte-Sophie a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sainte-Sophie receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sainte-Sophie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sainte-Sophie is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sainte-Sophie is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.9% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Sainte-Sophie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches, including 81.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Sainte-Sophie vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sainte-Sophie vs U.S. Average
Income: Sainte-Sophie vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,000 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,360 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $872 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 560 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $300,000 |
| 6% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $830 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 12.3% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 78.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 21.4% |
| Housing Units | 7,210 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Sainte-Sophie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 42.9 sq mi (111.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 421/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8168°N, 73.8992°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 3.3 in |
Sainte-Sophie has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 14°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.3% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 21.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 1.2% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 421/sq mi |
| Total Area | 42.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 34.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
Schools in Sainte-Sophie
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Jean-Moreau | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sainte-Sophie
31 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 | |
| J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii | japanese, japanese idols | MP3 128 kbps | |
| J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) | idol, japanese | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Techno.FM | techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC | classic hits, oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 | canada, classic hits | MP3 160 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 | |
| CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ICI Musique - Montréal | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 Montreal, QC | classic hits, news talk | MP3 160 kbps | |
| CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC | campus radio, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Magic FM Montreal | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sport Montréal | — | MP3 | |
| CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC | adult contemporary, adulte contemporain | MP3 96 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 Sainte-Sophie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre d'exploration du Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles | ||||
| Centre interprétation de l'Eau | ||||
| Cosmodôme | ||||
| Maison Hamilton | ||||
| Manoir de Belle-Rivière | ||||
| Micromusée du Plan Bouchard | ||||
| Musée d'art contemporain des Laurentides | ||||
| Musée du Sault-au-Récollet | ||||
| Musée du Sault-au-Récollet | ||||
| Musée pour Enfants | ||||
| Musée Zénon-Alary | ||||
| Société d'Histoire des Mille-Iles |
Libraries in Sainte-Sophie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibiliothèque de Sainte-Sophie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque André-Guérard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Bois-des-Filion | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Lorraine | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Mirabel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Mirabel secteur Saint-Augustin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Rosemère | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Hippolyte | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Gabrielle-Roy | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Germaine-Guèvremont | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Gisèle Paré | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Laure-Conan | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Marie-Antoinette-Foucher | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Boisbriand | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale de Sainte-Thérèse | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Paul-Mercier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Saint-Canut | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Sylvain-Garneau | 0.0 | |||||
| Charles-E.-Garneau | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sainte-Sophie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché aux puces Saint-Eustache | |||||
| Marché public de Saint-Jérôme | |||||
| Vogel |
Cafes in Sainte-Sophie
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sainte-Sophie
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sainte-Sophie
3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sainte-Sophie
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Sophie
24 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Neige | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Garceau | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Piste de Glisse | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski La Réserve | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Station touristique Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zone Telemark Montagne Noir | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Tremblant Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montagne coupée | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Blanc | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montcalm | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vallée Bleue | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Rigaud | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Avalanche | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Chantecler | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Gabriel | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Olympia | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Morin Heights | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Saint-Sauveur | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Habitant | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Glissade | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bois Duvernay | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Mont Saint-Bruno | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sainte-Sophie
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport | YUL | Large Airport |
| Cornwall Regional Airport | YCC | Medium Airport |
| Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | YHU | Medium Airport |
| Montreal Mirabel International Airport | YMX | Medium Airport |
| St Jean Airport | YJN | Medium Airport |
| Alexandria Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Bouthillier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury (East) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| L'Assomption Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lachute Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lancaster Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / St-Lazare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu/Messier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Donat Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation) | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Esprit Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Jérôme Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| ULM Québec Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Val Morin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sainte-Sophie
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de poste Sainte-Sophie | |
| Bureau de poste Sainte-Sophie New Glasgow |
Treatment Centers in Sainte-Sophie
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre Déclic-Action |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Sophie
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Sainte-Sophie | |
| New Glasgow Baptist |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Sophie
What is the population of Sainte-Sophie?
Sainte-Sophie has a population of 18,080 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 421 people per square mile, spread across 42.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.
Is Sainte-Sophie expensive to live in?
The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Sainte-Sophie safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sainte-Sophie receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Sainte-Sophie?
Sainte-Sophie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.1 inches, with 81.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sainte-Sophie?
The unemployment rate in Sainte-Sophie is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $872. There are 560 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 11.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Sainte-Sophie?
The median home value in Sainte-Sophie is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $830. The homeownership rate is 78.6%.
How are the schools in Sainte-Sophie?
6.3% of adults in Sainte-Sophie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.9% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Sainte-Sophie?
The average commute in Sainte-Sophie is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Sainte-Sophie?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sainte-Sophie is 97.9% White, 0.9% Black or African American. 1.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.7% speak Spanish.