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Sorel-Tracy, QC

Quebec

Sorel-Tracy is a mid-size city in Quebec with a population of 35,165. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
35,165 Population 1,590/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $43,200 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$628 Median Rent 13.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $628/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

How Sorel-Tracy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population35,165
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density1,590/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$43,200
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty15.1%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$628
Ownership60.0%
Housing Units17,065
Rent Burden13.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+23.7%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Sorel-Tracy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sorel-Tracy receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sorel-Tracy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sorel-Tracy is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sorel-Tracy is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x 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

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sorel-Tracy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 71.5 inches of snow.

Sorel-Tracy has a population of 35,165 with a density of 1,590 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.1% of residents, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

Population

35,165
Total Population
2021 Census
1,590
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
22.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sorel-Tracy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish 96.2%
618% above US avg
Other Languages 2.7%

Social Characteristics

Sorel-Tracy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sorel-Tracy is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $831, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,090 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Sorel-Tracy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,200
Avg Weekly Wage$831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,090

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sorel-Tracy is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below the national average of $1,163). 60.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 17,065 total housing units in the city. 13.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below US avg
Rent Burden13.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.0%
Owner-Occupied60.0%
Renter-Occupied40.1%
Housing Units17,065

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, Sorel-Tracy receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sorel-Tracy 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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Sorel-Tracy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 71.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area22.1 sq mi (57.3 km²)
Population Density1,590/sq mi
Coordinates46.0418°N, 73.1136°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.7"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 71.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 14, 1996 7 km WNW of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.5 102 km
May 17, 1991 7 km WNW of Rigaud, Canada M4.4 117 km
May 24, 1997 6 km W of Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard, Canada M4.2 101 km
Oct 31, 1999 7 km SW of Morin-Heights, Canada M4.2 96 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 139 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 144 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 34 km
Jul 30, 1993 1 km NE of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada M3.9 117 km
Mar 16, 2011 6 km ENE of Hawkesbury, Canada M3.9 120 km
Oct 6, 2000 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada M3.8 124 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 27 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 109 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 28 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 100 km
Jul 30, 1998 0 km ENE of Lac-Simon, Canada M3.8 125 km
Sep 23, 1993 11 km SE of La Conception, Canada M3.8 115 km
Nov 6, 2012 Ontario-Quebec border region, Canada M3.7 125 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 128 km
May 19, 1992 8 km WNW of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 149 km
Sep 12, 1995 8 km S of Brownsburg-Chatham, Canada M3.7 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.7 in
February 13°F (-10°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.8 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.1 in

Sorel-Tracy has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 13°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.3").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+23.7%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,590/sq mi
Total Area22.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home12.2%

Colleges & Universities in Sorel-Tracy

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
CEGEP de Sorel-Tracy
Cégep régional de Lanaudière à Joliette
Institution Kiuna

Schools in Sorel-Tracy

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Polyvalente Fernand-Lefebvre
Ecole Saint-Gabriel-Lalemant
École Maria-Goretti
École Au Petit Bois
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Radio Stations near Sorel-Tracy

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
PunkRockRadio.ca post-punk, punk MP3 192 kbps
CFNJ misc AAC+ 80 kbps
CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC adult contemporary, adulte contemporain MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Sorel-Tracy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biophare
Centre des arts contemporains du Québec à Sorel-Tracy
Maison des Gouverneurs
Musée Gilles Villeneuve

Libraries in Sorel-Tracy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIO Notre-Dame-De-Pierreville0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque «Le Survenant»0.0
Bibliothèque Adélard-Lambert0.0
Bibliothèque de Massueville0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Ours0.0
Bibliothèque de Yamaska0.0
Bibliotheque Jacqueline-Plante0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Berthierville0.0
Bibliothèque Réjean Ducharme0.0
Bibliothèque Sylvie-Thouin0.0
Bibliothèque Ubaldine-Dauphin0.0
Louiseville Bibliotheque0.0
Marie-Didace0.0

Farmers Markets in Sorel-Tracy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Une Faim de Loup

Hotels in Sorel-Tracy

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel de la Rive

Cafes in Sorel-Tracy

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Theatres in Sorel-Tracy

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabaret Les Années Folles
Salle Georges-Codling

Clinics in Sorel-Tracy

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique médicale des professionnels de la santé de Sorel-Tracy

Bus Stations in Sorel-Tracy

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminus de Sorel

Gas Stations in Sorel-Tracy

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Eko
Esso
Harnois
Harnois
Petro-T
Shell
Ultramar
Ultramar

Banks in Sorel-Tracy

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins
National Bank

Shopping Malls in Sorel-Tracy

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Promenades de Sorel
Place Sorel

Ski Resorts Near Sorel-Tracy

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Mont Saint-Bruno 0.0 $0
Bois Duvernay 0.0 $0
Chez Ti-Jean ski de fond 0.0 $0
Ski Montagne coupée 0.0 $0

Airports Near Sorel-Tracy

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International AirportYULLarge Airport
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan AirportYHUMedium Airport
St Jean AirportYJNMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Bouthillier AirportSmall Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Joliette AirportSmall Airport
L'Assomption AirportSmall Airport
Lac à la Perchaude AirportSmall Airport
Lac Agile (Mascouche) AirportSmall Airport
Lac-à-la-Tortue AirportSmall Airport
Louiseville AirportSmall Airport
Lourdes-de-Joliette AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu AirportSmall Airport
Richelieu/Messier AirportSmall Airport
Rougemont AirportSmall Airport
Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation)Small Airport
Saint-Hyacinthe AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie AerodromeSmall Airport
Sorel AirportSmall Airport
St-Dominique AirportSmall Airport
St-Esprit AerodromeSmall Airport
St-Louis-de-France AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathias AirportSmall Airport
St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil AirportSmall Airport
ULM Québec AerodromeSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sorel-Tracy

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sorel-Tracy

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise Anglicane Christ Church
Église St-Pierre

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sorel-Tracy

What is the population of Sorel-Tracy?

Sorel-Tracy has a population of 35,165 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 1,590 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.3% male.

Is Sorel-Tracy expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sorel-Tracy safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sorel-Tracy?

Sorel-Tracy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches, with 71.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sorel-Tracy?

The unemployment rate in Sorel-Tracy is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $831. There are 1,090 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 12.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sorel-Tracy?

The median home value in Sorel-Tracy is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $628. The homeownership rate is 60.0%.

How are the schools in Sorel-Tracy?

7.8% of adults in Sorel-Tracy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.7% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sorel-Tracy?

The average commute in Sorel-Tracy is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 12.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sorel-Tracy?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sorel-Tracy is 97.6% White, 1.3% Black or African American. 1.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

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