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.

3.1 /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
B
Overall
3.1 / 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
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17,065
Rent Burden13.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQIN/A
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation59 ft

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 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. 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.

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. 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. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.3% Black.

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 Only1.1%
99% below US avg
Spanish96.2%
618% above US avg
Other Languages2.7%

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. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Sorel-Tracy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg

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 average. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Sorel-Tracy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Sorel-Tracy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Sorel-Tracy has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall71.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

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
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg).

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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