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Laforce, QC

Quebec

Laforce is a small town in Quebec with a population of 320. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
320 Population 2/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $28,800 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$647 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $647/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.6%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population320
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$28,800
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty25.6%
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$647
Ownership71.4%
Housing Units105
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+22.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute10 min

Is Laforce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laforce receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Laforce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laforce is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laforce is $90,000, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Laforce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow.

Laforce has a population of 320 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 168.6 square miles. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.9% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 59.4% of residents, while 31.3% speak Spanish.

Population

320
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
168.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Laforce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 59.4%
24% below US avg
Spanish 31.3%
133% above US avg
Other Languages 9.4%

Social Characteristics

Laforce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laforce is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $554, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Laforce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,800
Avg Weekly Wage$554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.6%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.6 min
Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Laforce is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 105 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units105

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, Laforce receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Laforce 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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Laforce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. The area receives 15.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 909 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area168.6 sq mi (436.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates47.5363°N, 78.7263°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.7"
1% below US avg
Snowfall 15.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 25, 2020.

Jan 1, 2000 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M4.7 74 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 124 km
May 2, 2015 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M3.3 80 km
Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 42 km
Jul 25, 2020 33 km NW of Malartic, Canada M2.9 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 2.2 in
April 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 2.8 in

Laforce has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 4°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.0").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 52% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+22.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area168.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.6 min
Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Laforce

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Airports Near Laforce

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rouyn Noranda AirportYUYMedium Airport
St Bruno-de-Guigues AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Laforce

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de poste de Laforce

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Frequently Asked Questions About Laforce

What is the population of Laforce?

Laforce has a population of 320 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 168.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.9% female and 51.6% male.

Is Laforce expensive to live in?

The median household income is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Laforce safe?

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

What is the weather like in Laforce?

Laforce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 15.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Laforce?

The unemployment rate in Laforce is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $554. There are 10 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Laforce?

The median home value in Laforce is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.

How are the schools in Laforce?

0.0% of adults in Laforce hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Laforce?

The average commute in Laforce is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 52% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Laforce?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Laforce is 100% White. 59.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 31.3% speak Spanish.

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