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Sherbrooke, PE

Prince Edward Island

Sherbrooke is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 178. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
178 Population 52/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty12.4%
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute9 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Sherbrooke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherbrooke receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sherbrooke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherbrooke is $77,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherbrooke is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sherbrooke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 13.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Sherbrooke has a population of 178 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

178
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherbrooke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg
Other Languages2.9%

Social Characteristics

Sherbrooke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherbrooke is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Sherbrooke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.8 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherbrooke is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units85

Property Tax

In Sherbrooke, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sherbrooke vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Sherbrooke has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall13.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates46.4219°N, 63.7602°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.8 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

Nearby Cities

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