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| Measure | Sherbrooke | Victoria |
|---|---|---|
| Climate | ||
| January / July average | -11°C / 19°C | 5°C / 17°C |
| Sunny days a year | 260 | 190 |
| Snow a year | 280 cm | 25 cm |
| Money | ||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 78 | 120 |
| Typical home price | C$380,000 | C$950,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | C$4,180 | C$4,275 |
| Provincial or state income tax | High | Medium |
| Life | ||
| Health care | Public plan, no premium | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 7.5 / 10 | 7.8 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 5% | 4.5% |
| Main industries | Education, healthcare, manufacturing | Government, tech, tourism |
| Getting around (typical drive) | ||
| Airport | 1h 45m | 30 min |
| Ski hill | 30 min | 3h+ |
| Beach or lake | 30 min | 10 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town |
| Risks | ||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | ||
| 🏖️ Beach | – | ✓ |
| ⛷️ Skiing | ✓ | – |
| 🥾 Hiking | – | ✓ |
| 🛶 Lake life | ✓ | – |
| ⛳ Golf | – | ✓ |
| 💸 Lower cost | ✓ | – |
| 🥐 French-speaking | ✓ | – |
| 🏡 Small town | – | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.