Verchères, QC
Quebec · Montreal Metro
Verchères is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,759. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Verchères Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
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A+Crime
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Is Verchères a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Verchères 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. Verchères offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Verchères is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Verchères is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x 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
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Verchères experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches, including 76.4 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Verchères vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Verchères vs U.S. Average
Income: Verchères vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $90,000 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,700 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,033 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 179 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.1% |
| Public Transit | 4.2% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,000 |
| 23% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $740 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 9.1% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 76.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 23.3% |
| Housing Units | 2,400 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Verchères vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 28.0 sq mi (72.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 205/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7834°N, 73.3492°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.3 in |
Verchères has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 14°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.6% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 24.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 205/sq mi |
| Total Area | 28.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 28.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.1% |
| Public Transit | 4.2% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Schools in Verchères
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Académie François-Labelle | — | — | — | — |
| École Ludger-Duvernay | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Verchères
32 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICI Radio-Canada Première Montréal | news, talk | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CJAD 800 | local news, news talk | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première - Montréal, QC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CHMP 985 FM | talk | MP3 | |
| BPM sports 91.9 | sports | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| PunkRockRadio.ca | post-punk, punk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC | bpm sports, sports | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC | classic hits, oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFNJ | misc | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ICI Musique - Montréal | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii | japanese, japanese idols | MP3 128 kbps | |
| J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) | idol, japanese | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Techno.FM | techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 | canada, classic hits | MP3 160 kbps | |
| CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC | catholic, religious | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 Montreal, QC | classic hits, news talk | MP3 160 kbps | |
| CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC | campus radio, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKAC 730 "Radio Circulation" Montreal | traffic information | MP3 | |
| CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (320K MP3) | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CKUT 90.3 FM | alternative, campus radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Magic FM Montreal | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique Classique - Montreal, QC | classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Gravity House | deep house, house | AAC+ 160 kbps | |
| Radio Sport Montréal | — | MP3 | |
| CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC | oldies | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CJLM-FM "O 103.5" Joliette, QC | adult contemporary, adulte contemporain | MP3 96 kbps | |
| CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Verchères
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Château Dufresne | ||||
| Château Dufresne | ||||
| Écomuseum de la Pointe-aux-Trembles | ||||
| L'Électrium | ||||
| Le Dôme | ||||
| Le Dôme | ||||
| Maison des Gouverneurs | ||||
| Maison Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine | ||||
| Montreal Insectarium | ||||
| Montreal Insectarium | ||||
| Musée d'art de Joliette | ||||
| Musée des beaux-arts de Mont-Saint-Hilaire | ||||
| Planétarium of Montréal | ||||
| Planétarium of Montréal | ||||
| RCOC Museum | ||||
| RCOC Museum |
Libraries in Verchères
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothéque Archambault-Trépanier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Armand-Cardinal | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Camille-Laurin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque d'Hochelaga | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de La Petite-Patrie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de La Petite-Patrie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Mercier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Mercier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Rivière-des-Prairies | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Rosemont | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Léonard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Léonard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Ours | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Paul | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Sainte-Julie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque du Haut-Anjou | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheque du Jardin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheque du Jardin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheque du Jardin | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Edmond-Archambault | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheque Jacqueline-Plante | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Jean-Corbeil | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Langelier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Langelier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Langelier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Ludovic-Laurier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Maisonneuve | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Marius-Barbeau | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Marius-Barbeau | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Montarville-Boucher-De La Bruère | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Crabtree | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Beloeil | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale de St-Sulpice | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Jacques-Ferron | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Jacques-Ferron | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Jacques-Ferron | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale-scolaire Dansereau-Larose | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Rina-Lasnier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Robert-Lussier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Ryane-Provost | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Serge-Bouchard | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Sylvie-Thouin | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de documentation Marius-Barbeau | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de documentation Marius-Barbeau | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de documentation Marius-Barbeau | 0.0 | |||||
| croque livres (en été) | 0.0 | |||||
| croque livres (en été) | 0.0 | |||||
| croque livres (en été) | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace des Bâtisseurs | 0.0 | |||||
| Jacques-Ferron Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maison de la Culture | 0.0 | |||||
| Marie-Didace | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Verchères
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruiterie Roger | |||||
| Fruiterie Roger | |||||
| Fruiterie Roger | |||||
| Fruiterie Roger | |||||
| Marché Maisonneuve | |||||
| Métropolitain Flea Market | |||||
| Métropolitain Flea Market | |||||
| Métropolitain Flea Market |
Cafes in Verchères
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Verchères
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Verchères
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Verchères
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Verchères
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Verchères
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Verchères
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Boswell | ||||
| Brasserie Boswell | ||||
| Brasserie Boswell | ||||
| Brasseurs du moulin | ||||
| Broue Shop Brasserie Artisanale | ||||
| Cidrerie Petit et Fils | ||||
| L'Apothicaire Microbrasserie | ||||
| L'Espace Public | ||||
| Les Brasseurs RJ | ||||
| Ma Brasserie Coopérative brassicole | ||||
| Microbrasserie L'ours Brun | ||||
| Resto Bar Brasserie L'Authentique Toi et Moi |
Stadiums & Teams in Verchères
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Aréna YMCA Hochelaga-Maisonneuve | ||
| Olympic Stadium | ||
| Saputo Stadium | ||
| CF Montréal | MLS | Eastern Conference |
Ski Resorts Near Verchères
7 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 Montcalm | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Montagne coupée | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Centre d’excellence acrobatique de Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Station touristique Val Saint-Côme | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Verchères
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport | YUL | Large Airport |
| Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport | ZBM | Medium Airport |
| Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | YHU | Medium Airport |
| Montreal Mirabel International Airport | YMX | Medium Airport |
| St Jean Airport | YJN | Medium Airport |
| Trois-Rivières Airport | YRQ | Medium Airport |
| Bouthillier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farnham Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| L'Assomption Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lac Agile (Mascouche) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Louiseville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lourdes-de-Joliette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Richelieu/Messier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rougemont Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation) | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Hyacinthe Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Sorel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Dominique Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Esprit Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| St-Jérôme Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Louis-de-France Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| ULM Québec Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Verchères
35 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre cardiovasculaire Rive-Sud | ||
| Centre d'ophtalmologie Rive-Sud | ||
| Centre d'ophtalmologie Rive-Sud | ||
| Centre montérégien de réadaptation | ||
| Centre Orthomédic | ||
| Chronos Médico-esthétique | ||
| Chronos Médico-esthétique | ||
| Clinic de soins esthétique | ||
| Clinic de soins esthétique | ||
| Clinique Chiro Axion | ||
| Clinique de gastro-entérologie Pierre-Boucher | ||
| Clinique de gastro-entérologie Pierre-Boucher | ||
| Clinique dermatologique de Longueuil | ||
| Clinique dermatologique de Longueuil | ||
| Clinique médicale Arnoncourt | ||
| Clinique médicale Arnoncourt | ||
| Clinique médicale P.L. | ||
| Clinique médicale P.L. | ||
| Clinique Médico-Centre Mont-Royal | ||
| Clinique Médico-Centre Mont-Royal | ||
| Clinique médico-esthétique Peause | ||
| Clinique O | ||
| Clinique Podiatrique Angus | ||
| Clinique Podiatrique Angus | ||
| CLSC des Seigneuries de Boucherville | ||
| La clinique santé 24/7 | ||
| La clinique santé 24/7 | ||
| Lacroix Médecine privée | ||
| Le Centre de Médecine & Chirurgie Esthétique | ||
| Le Centre de Médecine & Chirurgie Esthétique | ||
| Médicus | ||
| Médicus | ||
| Physiothérapie Ressource Santé | ||
| Polyclinique Levasseur | ||
| Polyclinique Masson |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Verchères
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Centre Chrétien de Lanaudière | |
| Paroisse Saint-François-Xavier |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Verchères
What is the population of Verchères?
Verchères has a population of 5,759 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 205 people per square mile, spread across 28.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.1% male.
Is Verchères expensive to live in?
The median household income is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Verchères safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Verchères receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Verchères?
Verchères has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 76.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Verchères?
Verchères has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,033. There are 179 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 23.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Verchères?
The median home value in Verchères is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $740. The homeownership rate is 76.9%.
How are the schools in Verchères?
12.6% of adults in Verchères hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.7% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Verchères?
The average commute in Verchères is 28 minutes. 85.1% of workers drive alone to work, 4.2% use public transit, and 23.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Verchères?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Verchères is 97.1% White, 2.2% Black or African American. 1% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.4% speak Spanish.
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