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Stoke, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Stoke is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,014. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,014 Population 31/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $47,800 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 7.9% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 252 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $604/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,014
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty6.3%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$604
Ownership87.3%
Housing Units1,220
Rent Burden7.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+21.4%
Graduate+5.1%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Stoke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stoke receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Stoke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stoke is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stoke is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x 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

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Stoke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow.

Stoke has a population of 3,014 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 98.5 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (99%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.3% of residents, while 96.9% speak Spanish.

Population

3,014
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
98.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stoke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.3%
98% below US avg
Spanish 96.9%
623% above US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Stoke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stoke is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $919, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 93 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 17.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Stoke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800
Avg Weekly Wage$919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Stoke is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below the national average of $1,163). 87.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,220 total housing units in the city. 7.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$604
48% below US avg
Rent Burden7.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.3%
Owner-Occupied87.3%
Renter-Occupied13.1%
Housing Units1,220

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, Stoke receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Stoke 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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Stoke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 778 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation778 ft (237 m)
Area98.5 sq mi (255.1 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates45.5334°N, 71.7991°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.2"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 144 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 117 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 138 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 93 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 139 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 142 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 108 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 65 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 138 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 116 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 101 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 139 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 105 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 47 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 140 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 143 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 48 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 137 km
Mar 24, 2007 7 km W of Sainte-Catherine, Canada M2.8 109 km
Nov 6, 1997 St. Lawrence Valley region, Quebec, Canada M2.8 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
July 65°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
October 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 33°F (0°C) 4.1 in
December 19°F (-8°C) 3.5 in

Stoke has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 12°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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9.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+21.4%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area98.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.3%

Schools in Stoke

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Notre-Dame-des-Champs
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Radio Stations near Stoke

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie 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 Stoke

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
L'Epopée De Capelton - Entrée de la Mine (visite sous terre)
Maison de Lime Ridge
Miellerie Lune de Miel
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Dudswell
Musée de la nature et des sciences
Musée des beaux-arts de Sherbrooke
Musée Eaton Corner
Société d'histoire de Sherbrooke
Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre

Libraries in Stoke

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anarchist library0.0
Bibliothèque Bertrand-Delisle0.0
Bibliothèque de droit0.0
Bibliothèque de Stoke0.0
Bibliothèque Éva-Sénécal0.0
Bibliothèque Irène-Duclos0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque publique d'Asbestos0.0
Bibliothèque Roger-Maltais0.0
Lennoxville Library0.0
Société de Généalogie des Cantons de l'Est0.0

Farmers Markets in Stoke

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Galerie Quatre Saisons
Marché de la Gare

Gas Stations in Stoke

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ultramar

Breweries in Stoke

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Le Lion d'Or
La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs

Stadiums & Teams in Stoke

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Stoke

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Owl's Head 0.0 $0
Les Sentiers d'à Côté 0.0 $0
Ski Eldorado - Secteur St-Paul 0.0 $0
Ski Eldorado - Secteur 10e Rang 0.0 $0
Mont Orford 0.0 $0

Airports Near Stoke

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Crossroad AirportSmall Airport
Douglas FieldSmall Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Errol AirportERRSmall Airport
Gifford FieldSmall Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) AirportSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Mansonville AirportSmall Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport
Weller AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stoke

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Philémon-de-Stoke

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stoke

What is the population of Stoke?

Stoke has a population of 3,014 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 98.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.7% male.

Is Stoke expensive to live in?

The median household income is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Stoke safe?

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

What is the weather like in Stoke?

Stoke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Stoke?

The unemployment rate in Stoke is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $919. There are 93 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 17.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stoke?

The median home value in Stoke is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $604. The homeownership rate is 87.3%.

How are the schools in Stoke?

9.6% of adults in Stoke hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.4% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Stoke?

The average commute in Stoke is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stoke?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stoke is 99% White. 1.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.9% speak Spanish.

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