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Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, QC

Quebec · Montreal Metro

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is a mid-size city in Quebec with a population of 42,787. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
42,787 Population 1,021/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $41,440 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$730 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 228 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
$62,000 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $730/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

How Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population42,787
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,021/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$41,440
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty14.1%
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,000
Rent$730
Ownership55.3%
Housing Units20,075
Rent Burden16.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Salaberry-de-Valleyfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% 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 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 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

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches, including 63.6 inches of snow.

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a population of 42,787 with a density of 1,021 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 3.6% of residents, while 92% speak Spanish.

Population

42,787
Total Population
2021 Census
1,021
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
41.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 3.6%
95% below US avg
Spanish 92.0%
586% above US avg
Other Languages 4.4%

Social Characteristics

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,440. The average weekly wage is $797, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,326 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Salaberry-de-Valleyfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,440
Avg Weekly Wage$797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,326

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 55.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 20,075 total housing units in the city. 16.9% 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$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.3%
Owner-Occupied55.3%
Renter-Occupied44.7%
Housing Units20,075

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, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 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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Salaberry-de-Valleyfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 63.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area41.9 sq mi (108.6 km²)
Population Density1,021/sq mi
Coordinates45.2501°N, 74.1325°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.3"
32% above US avg
Snowfall 63.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 126 km
Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 89 km
Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 86 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 35 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 84 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 68 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 76 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 81 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 123 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 93 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 88 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 2 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 145 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 52 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 95 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 16 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 98 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 145 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 111 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 19 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 33 128 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 58 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 2.8 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.5 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 3.0 in

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 16°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.3").

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6.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,021/sq mi
Total Area41.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home10.3%

Schools in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centre de formation professionnelle de la Pointe-du-Lac
École Saint-Eugène
École Montpetit
École secondaire de la Baie-Saint-François
Parc-école Langlois
École Notre-Dame-du-Saint-Esprit
École Edgar-Hébert
École Saint-Joseph-Artisan
École Ste-Agnès
Gault Institute
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Radio Stations near Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFQR 600 canada, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
CFQR 600 Montreal, QC classic hits, news talk MP3 160 kbps
CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site
Centre d'interprétation du site archéologique Droulers-Tsiionhiakwhata
Greenwood Centre for Living History
Lyman Entomological Museum
Maison Félix-Leclerc
Maison Trestler
Montreal Aviation Museum
Moulin historique de Coteau-du-Lac
Musée Hudson
Musée régional de Vaudreuil-Soulanges
Musée Yves-Abran
MUSO
Pointe-du-Buisson/Musée québécois d'archéologie

Libraries in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Adrienne-DeMontigny0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier0.0
Bibliothèque de Ormstown0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Lazare0.0
Bibliothèque Gaby-Farmer-Denis0.0
Bibliothèque Guy Godin0.0
Bibliothèque Intermunicipale de Dorion-Vaudreuil0.0
Bibliothèque Jules-Fournier0.0
Bibliothèque Marie-Uguay0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Les Coteaux0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Rigaud0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de St-Étienne-de-Beauharnois0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Lucie-Benoit0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Maxime-Raymond0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Terrasse-Vaudreuil0.0
Bibliothèque Myra-Cree0.0
Bibliothèque Pincourt0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Polycarpe0.0
The Little Green Library0.0
War Memorial Library Hudson Heights0.0

Farmers Markets in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Finnegan's Market
MAC Market
Marché champêtre de Coteau-du-Lac
Marché public de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
Marmite du Terroir
Saint-Anne's Market

Hotels in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Flotel
Hôtel Plaza Valleyfield

Cafes in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Chez Rose
Henry James Cafe
La Factrie
Les Moulins La Fayette
McCafé
Starbucks
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma 7

Theatres in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabaret d'Albert
Salle Albert-Dumouchel

Monuments in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ancienne église de Bellerive
Ancienne usine Montreal Cotton Company
Le Cénotaphe
Le Moteur JH Sauvé
Monument des Zouaves Ponctifiaux;Compagnie 27
Site historique de l'Arrondissement-Institutionnel-de-la-Paroisse-Sainte-Cécile

Clinics in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Montérégien de Réadaptation
Clinique de radiologie Valleyfield
Clinique Havre-Santé
Clinique Médi-Val
CLSC de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
CSSS du Suroît - Division Santé Mentale
Globuline

Dentists in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique dentaire Allard & Leduc
Clinique Poirier Centre Dentaire
Dr. Andre Dufour
Dr. Nguyen Luong Phuc
Hebert Denturologiste

Veterinaries in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire de Valleyfield
Clinique Vétérinaire de Valleyfield
Clinique vétérinaire du Havre
Hôpital vétérinaire du Suroît
Services animaliers de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Bus Stations in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminus Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Gas Stations in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire Essence +
Couche-Tard
Couche-Tard
Crevier
Harnois
MacEwen
Petro-Canada
Petro-T
Petro-T
Petro-T
Shell
Shell
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Montreal
Banque Laurentienne
CIBC
Desjardins
Desjardins
Desjardins
Financement Agricole Canada
National Bank
National Bank
RBC Royal Bank

Shopping Malls in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Berry Field
Centre Berry Field
Centre Valleyfield

Gyms in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Campiagile
Excel Gym

Golf Courses in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mini-Putt Valleyfield

Breweries in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Livingstone Brewing
Microbrasserie Le Castor
Microbrasserie Maltéus
Microbrasserie Trois-Lacs

Stadiums & Teams in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

9 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Rigaud 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Glissade 0.0 $0
Mont Habitant 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Sommet Saint-Sauveur 0.0 $0
Ski Morin Heights 0.0 $0
Sommet Olympia 0.0 $0
Ski Mont Gabriel 0.0 $0

Airports Near Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Cornwall Regional AirportYCCMedium Airport
Massena International Airport Richards FieldMSSMedium Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
Montreal Mirabel International AirportYMXMedium Airport
Plattsburgh International AirportPBGMedium Airport
Adirondack Airpark Estates AirportSmall Airport
Alexandria AerodromeSmall 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
Long Sault AirstripSmall Airport
Malone Dufort AirportSmall Airport
Maxville (Bourdon Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Maxville AirportSmall Airport
Montreal / Aéroparc Île PerrotSmall Airport
Montreal / St-Lazare AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View AirparkSmall 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
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Jérôme AirportSmall Airport
St-Michel-de-Napierville AirportSmall Airport
Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee AirportSmall Airport
Val Morin AirstripSmall Airport
Vasile FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ancienne église Saint-Esprit
Ancienne église Saint-Joseph-Artisan
Budget Propane
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Cecilia
Chapelle de l'Évêque
Chapelle Sainte-Claire
Église Carrefour du Suroît
Église de Jésus-Christ des saints des derniers jours
Église Immaculée-Conception de Bellerive
Église Saint-Pie-X
Jehova's Witnesses

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

What is the population of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield?

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a population of 42,787 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,021 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 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 51% female and 49% male.

Is Salaberry-de-Valleyfield expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% 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 $730 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 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield safe?

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

What is the weather like in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield?

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches, with 63.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield?

The unemployment rate in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $797. There are 1,326 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield?

The median home value in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $730. The homeownership rate is 55.3%.

How are the schools in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield?

6.8% of adults in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield?

The average commute in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is 96.9% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 0.6% Asian. 3.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 92% speak Spanish.

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