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Val-des-Sources, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Val-des-Sources is a small city in Quebec with a population of 7,088. Residents earn $48,000 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,088 Population 607/sq mi density
$48,000 Median Income $34,520 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$552 Median Rent 12.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 221 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$48,000 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $552/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,000
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $552
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

How Val-des-Sources Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,088
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density607/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,000
Per Capita$34,520
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty20.9%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$552
Ownership54.9%
Housing Units3,460
Rent Burden12.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+25.8%
Graduate+0.7%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Val-des-Sources a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Val-des-Sources receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Val-des-Sources has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Val-des-Sources is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Val-des-Sources is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x 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

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Val-des-Sources has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches, including 84.1 inches of snow.

Val-des-Sources has a population of 7,088 with a density of 607 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (98.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2% of residents, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

Population

7,088
Total Population
2021 Census
607
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
11.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Val-des-Sources vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.0%
97% below US avg
Spanish 96.2%
618% above US avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Val-des-Sources vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Val-des-Sources is $48,000, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,520 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $664, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 220 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 8.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Val-des-Sources vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,000
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,520
Avg Weekly Wage$664

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)220

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Val-des-Sources is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $552 (53% below the national average of $1,163). 54.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,460 total housing units in the city. 12.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$552
53% below US avg
Rent Burden12.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.9%
Owner-Occupied54.9%
Renter-Occupied45.1%
Housing Units3,460

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, Val-des-Sources receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Val-des-Sources 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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Val-des-Sources has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 84.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.3 km²)
Population Density607/sq mi
Coordinates45.7668°N, 71.9324°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.3"
56% above US avg
Snowfall 84.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.04"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 122 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 104 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 71 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 123 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 85 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 149 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 39 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 129 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 138 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 124 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 112 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 109 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 124 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 45 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 79 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 43 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 121 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 119 km
Mar 24, 2007 7 km W of Sainte-Catherine, Canada M2.8 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 3.2 in
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
July 69°F (20°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
November 33°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.6 in

Val-des-Sources has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 13°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.6").

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5.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.2%
85% below US avg
High School+25.8%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density607/sq mi
Total Area11.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Schools in Val-des-Sources

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire de la Tourelle
École de la Passerelle
École secondaire de l'Escale
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Radio Stations near Val-des-Sources

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie MP3 128 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 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 Val-des-Sources

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Interpretation de l'Ardoise
Musée Autos Anciennes
Musée d'outils anciens de St-Rémi

Libraries in Val-des-Sources

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Stoke0.0
Bibliothèque de Warwick0.0
Bibliothèque Irène-Duclos0.0
Bibliothèque publique d'Asbestos0.0

Farmers Markets in Val-des-Sources

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché champêtre de Melbourne

Hotels in Val-des-Sources

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Albatros
Le Williams

Cafes in Val-des-Sources

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Val-des-Sources

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crevier
Petro-Canada
Petro-T
Shell
Ultramar

Banks in Val-des-Sources

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Gyms in Val-des-Sources

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre de conditionnement physique d'Asbestos

Golf Courses in Val-des-Sources

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club de Golf Royal-Estrie

Breweries in Val-des-Sources

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs

Ski Resorts Near Val-des-Sources

3 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
Mont Orford 0.0 $0

Airports Near Val-des-Sources

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Drummondville AirportSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Mansonville AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
St-Louis-de-France AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport
Valcourt AirportSmall Airport
Victoriaville AirportSmall Airport
Weller AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Val-des-Sources

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

Churches & Religious Organizations in Val-des-Sources

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arbre de statues religieuses
Église St-Isaac Jogues

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Frequently Asked Questions About Val-des-Sources

What is the population of Val-des-Sources?

Val-des-Sources has a population of 7,088 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 607 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Val-des-Sources expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Val-des-Sources safe?

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

What is the weather like in Val-des-Sources?

Val-des-Sources has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.3 inches, with 84.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Val-des-Sources?

The job market in Val-des-Sources faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $664. There are 220 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 8.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Val-des-Sources?

The median home value in Val-des-Sources is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $552. The homeownership rate is 54.9%.

How are the schools in Val-des-Sources?

5.2% of adults in Val-des-Sources hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.8% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Val-des-Sources?

The average commute in Val-des-Sources is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Val-des-Sources?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Val-des-Sources is 98.1% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 2% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.2% speak Spanish.

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