Windsor, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Windsor is a small city in Quebec with a population of 5,294. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,294 Population 944/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $41,880 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$572 Median Rent 9.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $572/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,294
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density944/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$41,880
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty13.9%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$572
Ownership60.0%
Housing Units2,360
Rent Burden9.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+23.5%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Windsor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windsor receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Windsor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windsor is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Windsor is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x 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

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Windsor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches, including 84.8 inches of snow.

Windsor has a population of 5,294 with a density of 944 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (98.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.7% of residents, while 95.3% speak Spanish.

Population

5,294
Total Population
2021 Census
944
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Windsor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.7%
97% below US avg
Spanish 95.3%
611% above US avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Windsor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windsor is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,880. The average weekly wage is $805, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 164 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Windsor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,880
Avg Weekly Wage$805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)164

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Windsor is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below the national average of $1,163). 60.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,360 total housing units in the city. 9.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$572
51% below US avg
Rent Burden9.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.0%
Owner-Occupied60.0%
Renter-Occupied40.0%
Housing Units2,360

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, Windsor receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Windsor 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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Windsor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 84.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density944/sq mi
Coordinates45.5668°N, 71.9991°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.3"
43% above US avg
Snowfall 84.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 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 M3.9 101 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 126 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 143 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 124 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 79 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 53 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 136 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 101 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 122 km
Jun 1, 2002 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada M3.2 145 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 90 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 32 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 123 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 92 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 141 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 32 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 143 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
February 14°F (-10°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in
July 69°F (20°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 5.1 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 3.5 in

Windsor has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 14°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.3").

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5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+23.5%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density944/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Schools in Windsor

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École secondaire du Tournesol - - - -
École Saint-Philippe - - - -
École Saint-Gabriel - - - -
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Radio Stations near Windsor

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
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
Viva 105,3 Drummondville drummondville, francophone MP3 48 kbps

Museums in Windsor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Interpretation de l'Ardoise
L'Epopée De Capelton - Entrée de la Mine (visite sous terre)
Miellerie Lune de Miel
Musée Autos Anciennes
Musée de la nature et des sciences
Musée des beaux-arts de Sherbrooke
Société d'histoire de Sherbrooke
Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre

Libraries in Windsor

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 Windsor

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Galerie Quatre Saisons
Marché champêtre de Melbourne
Marché de la Gare

Hotels in Windsor

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pura Vida Lodge & Sup

Cafes in Windsor

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Windsor

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CLSC Windsor

Gas Stations in Windsor

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Irving

Banks in Windsor

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Breweries in Windsor

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Le Lion d'Or
La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs

Stadiums & Teams in Windsor

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Windsor

4 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 - - -
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Orford 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Windsor

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Crossroad Airport-Small Airport
Douglas Field-Small Airport
Drummondville Airport-Small Airport
Gifford Field-Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)-Small Airport
Mansonville Airport-Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International AirportEFKSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport-Small Airport
Thetford Mines Airport-Small Airport
Valcourt Airport-Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport-Small Airport
Weller Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Windsor

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste Windsor

Churches & Religious Organizations in Windsor

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Paroisse Saint-Philippe

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UFO Sightings
33
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UFO Sightings Near Windsor

33 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Windsor.

Name Year Description
Windsor (canada), ON 2014 Dozens of white lights moving across the sky slowly and in the same direction.
Windsor (canada), ON 2013 20 medium sized orbs that glided from north to north east. The orbs made no sound.
Windsor (canada), ON 2013 5 orange lights seen in sky over windsor.
Windsor (canada), ON 2013 White light splits in two and fly in opposite directions.
Windsor (canada), ON 2012 Fireballs over Windsor&#44 Ontario.
Windsor (canada), ON 2012 Unknown object creating a large zigzag contrail pattern in the sky seen by my friend and I In two different locations.
Windsor (canada), ON 2012 Orange/red flickering object over Windsor&#44 Ontario
Windsor (canada), ON 2011 small&#44 unusual "fat kayak" flying vehicle/object in the sky (photographed)
Windsor (canada) 2009 I&#39ve have never seen anything change directions so many times&#44 so quickly.
Windsor (canada), NS 2009 Egg shaped UFO floating and levitating before blinking off.
Windsor (canada), ON 2007 Three white lights fly north over Detroit&#44 followed minutes later by a lighted Chevron object.
Windsor (canada), ON 2006 This is the second occurence in a week over my house. It was about 45 degrees above the horizon in the east sky. It looked like th
Windsor (canada), ON 2006 A light brighter than Jupiter started moving across the sky. Went out to check how clear the sky was. Looked up saw an object brig
Windsor (canada), ON 2005 Strange light over Windsor
Windsor (canada), ON 2005 Three oval shaped objects plumeted towards the earth making a horrific buzzing and then screeching sound then vanishing.
Windsor (canada), ON 2005 They were lights - no sound; At first there was 1&#44 then another 1. then came 7 lights in formation - this first group of 3 sightings
Windsor (canada), ON 2004 Four balls of red light dashed across the sky from the south&#44 stopped&#44 then made right angled turns to the east.
Windsor (canada), ON 2004 shooting stars? space junk? MIRVs? What was that UFO? ((NUFORC Note: Possible sighting of re-entering space debris. PD))
Windsor (canada), ON 2003 A bright pulsating white light near the moon....
Windsor (canada), ON 2003 I do nature photography. Yesterday June 16/13 I saw an object in the sky&#44 it looked about 350 ft in the air. Flew directly over head i
Windsor (canada), ON 2002 light off and on different speeds
Windsor (canada), ON 2002 the oject wobbled&#44 but seemed to hover
Windsor (canada), ON 2002 5 slow moving objects near detroit/windsor
Windsor (canada), ON 2001 Black shape floated slowly across the sky late one clear august night
Windsor (canada), ON 2000 Woke up to a circular dounut shaped bruise on my left bicep which was NOT there when I went to bed&#33
Windsor (canada), ON 2000 OBSERVED TRIANGULAR FORMATION OF LIGHTS AT EST&#39D 30&#44000 FEET TRAVELLING S.E. TO N.W. AT A TREMENDOUS RATE OF SPEED. ASSUME IT WAS A TRI
Windsor (canada), ON 2000 September 12&#44 2000 - 11:30 pm - Windsor&#44 Ontario&#44 Canada - glowing cigar-shaped craft spotted over Casino Windsor/Detroit River
Windsor (canada), ON 1999 a brigh light shot across the sky after all of the street lights went out
Windsor (canada), ON 1999 Green light moves at high speed across the sky.
Windsor (canada), ON 1998 The 2 crafts circled&#44crossed each other&#44 then dissapered
Windsor (canada), ON 1997 i remember it just being there&#44 it hovered and made NO sound and then i was like scared&#44 i didnt know what it was&#44 and My friend was wi
Windsor (canada), ON 1974 possible abduction case. Giant 3 foot high spides in my friends back yard
Windsor (canada), ON 1960 Humming object with domed upper portion&#44 flat bottom&#44 numerous lights of multiple colors&#44 3 witnesses

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Frequently Asked Questions About Windsor

What is the population of Windsor?

Windsor has a population of 5,294 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 944 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.4% male.

Is Windsor expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Windsor safe?

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

What is the weather like in Windsor?

Windsor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches, with 84.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Windsor?

The unemployment rate in Windsor is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $805. There are 164 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Windsor?

The median home value in Windsor is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $572. The homeownership rate is 60.0%.

How are the schools in Windsor?

5.8% of adults in Windsor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Windsor?

The average commute in Windsor is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Windsor?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Windsor is 98.5% White. 2.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 95.3% speak Spanish.

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