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Stanstead, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Stanstead is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,148. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,148 Population 26/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $54,600 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 8.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 8.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,148
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$54,600
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty13.2%
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$840
Ownership88.3%
Housing Units555
Rent Burden8.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+22.1%
Graduate+10.8%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Stanstead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanstead receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Stanstead has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanstead is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanstead is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Stanstead has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow.

Stanstead has a population of 1,148 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 43.7 square miles. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 31.4% of residents, while 64.2% speak Spanish.

Population

1,148
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
43.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanstead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 31.4%
60% below US avg
Spanish 64.2%
379% above US avg
Other Languages 4.4%

Social Characteristics

Stanstead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanstead is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,050, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 36 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 42.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stanstead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanstead is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 88.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 555 total housing units in the city. 8.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden8.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.3%
Owner-Occupied88.3%
Renter-Occupied11.7%
Housing Units555

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, Stanstead receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Stanstead 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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Stanstead has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 16.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area43.7 sq mi (113.2 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates45.0105°N, 72.0975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above US avg
Snowfall 16.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

53 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 138 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 123 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 111 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada M3.8 143 km
Aug 21, 1996 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire M3.8 109 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 82 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 126 km
Jan 9, 2006 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada M3.7 140 km
Apr 20, 2002 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.7 138 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 140 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 109 km
Jan 13, 2020 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada M3.4 147 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 103 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 143 km
Jun 9, 1998 3 km N of Dannemora, New York M3.3 131 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 63 km
May 24, 2002 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.1 137 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 144 km
Jun 25, 2002 6 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.0 139 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bob (1991).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 1 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.1 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
June 62°F (16°C) 4.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.8 in

Stanstead has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 13°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.6").

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10.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school. 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+22.1%
Graduate Degree+10.8%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area43.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.3%

Schools in Stanstead

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stanstead College — — — —
Sunnyside Elementary School — — — —
École du Jardin-des-Frontières — — — —
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Radio Stations near Stanstead

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie — MP3 128 kbps
CIDI-FM 99.1 Knowlton, QC community radio MP3 128 kbps
CKOY "107.7 FM Estrie" Sherbrooke, QC news, talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Stanstead

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GOODRICH LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM$241,637
ORLEANS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8027542022$222,768
AHA ABENAKI HELPING ABENAKIGENERAL MUSEUM158 WHITING LANE
DERBY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION35 JUNIOR HIGH DRIVE8027665324
HOLLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ISLAND POND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8027235983
MORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION14 TOAD POND ROAD
Colby-Curtis Museum
Copp's Ferry Museum
Granite Central
Station piscicole de Baldwin

Libraries in Stanstead

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GOODRICH MEMORIAL202 MAIN ST.0.038,636
HASKELL FREE93 CASWELL AVE.0.018,616
DAILEY MEMORIAL101 JUNIOR HIGH DR.0.012,792
ISLAND POND PUBLIC49 MILL ST. EXT.0.010,400
JONES MEMORIAL1 WATER ST.0.07,592
LEACH PUBLIC130 PARK AVE.0.06,102
Bibliothèque Ayer's Cliff0.0
Haskell Free Library & Opera House0.0

Farmers Markets in Stanstead

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bleuetière l’Or Bleu
Marché local de Stanstead
Marché public des Collines
Newport, VT Farmers MarketThe Causeway05/10/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Westmore Farmers' Market27 Hinton Hill Rd06/03/2013 to 09/30/2013Mon: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM;
Willoughby Lake Farmers & Artisans MarketRoute 5A & Long Pond RdMay to SeptemberThu:3:00 pm - 7:00 pm;Visit

Cafes in Stanstead

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Beebe
Tim Hortons

Monuments in Stanstead

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Roue de médecine

Clinics in Stanstead

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC Stanstead

Gas Stations in Stanstead

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso Relais
Petro-Canada
Petro-T

Banks in Stanstead

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse populaire Desjardins
Desjardins

Ski Resorts Near Stanstead

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Stowe 70.0 13 1,116 $106 November - April Yes Yes
Owl's Head 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Sentiers d'à Côté 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Orford 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Cell Towers in Stanstead

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1371 Paradise Mountain RdMTOWER42
1371 Paradise Mountain RdMTOWER42

Airports Near Stanstead

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Caledonia County AirportLLXSmall Airport
Catamount Airfield—Small Airport
Crossroad Airport—Small Airport
Douglas Field—Small Airport
Gifford Field—Small Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) Airport—Small Airport
Lightning Bolt Field Airport—Small Airport
Mansonville Airport—Small Airport
Morrisville-Stowe State AirportMVLSmall Airport
Mount Washington Regional AirportHIESmall Airport
Mountain View Farm Airport—Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Perras Field—Small Airport
St-Dominique Airport—Small Airport
Taylor Airport—Small Airport
Twin Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Two Tails Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport
West Burke Aerodrome—Small Airport

Post Offices in Stanstead

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Beebe
Bureau de poste Stanstead

Treatment Centers in Stanstead

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BAART Behavioral Health ServicesSubstance Abuse802-334-0110
Northeast Kingdom Human Services IncBoth802-334-6744

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stanstead

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ancienne église Wesley United
Centenary United Church
Christ Church
Église Assemblée Chrétienne de Stanstead
Église de Sainte-Thérèse-de-l'Enfant-Jésus
Église du Sacré-Cœur
Salle du Royaume des Témoins de Jéhovah

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stanstead

What is the population of Stanstead?

Stanstead has a population of 1,148 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 43.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.8% male.

Is Stanstead expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Stanstead safe?

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

What is the weather like in Stanstead?

Stanstead has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 16.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Stanstead?

The job market in Stanstead faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,050. There are 36 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 42.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stanstead?

The median home value in Stanstead is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 88.3%.

How are the schools in Stanstead?

10.3% of adults in Stanstead hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school. 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Stanstead?

The average commute in Stanstead is 30 minutes. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 42.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stanstead?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stanstead is 98.7% White. 31.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 64.2% speak Spanish.

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