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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.
Data updated June 2026
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How Windsor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
BHousing
A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
FCommunity
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. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches, including 84.8 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Windsor vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Windsor vs U.S. Average
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
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 164 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $200,000 |
| 29% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $572 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 9.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 40.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,360 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Windsor 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 | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 568 ft (173 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 944/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5668°N, 71.9991°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.8% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 23.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 1.5% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 944/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 21.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |
Schools in Windsor
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École secondaire du Tournesol | - | - | - | - |
| École Saint-Philippe | - | - | - | - |
| École Saint-Gabriel | - | - | - | - |
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
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anarchist library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Bertrand-Delisle | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de droit | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Stoke | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Éva-Sénécal | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Irène-Duclos | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque publique d'Asbestos | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Roger-Maltais | 0.0 | |||||
| Lennoxville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Société de Généalogie des Cantons de l'Est | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Windsor
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galerie Quatre Saisons | |||||
| Marché champêtre de Melbourne | |||||
| Marché de la Gare |
Hotels in Windsor
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Windsor
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Windsor
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Windsor
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Windsor
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Windsor
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Le Lion d'Or | ||||
| La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs |
Stadiums & Teams in Windsor
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
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.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport | ZBM | Medium Airport |
| Sherbrooke Airport | YSC | Medium 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 Airport | EFK | Small 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 Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de poste Windsor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Windsor
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Paroisse Saint-Philippe |
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Get ReportFrequently 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. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. 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.