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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.

3.2 /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
3.2 / 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
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Laforce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laforce receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only59.4%
24% below US avg
Spanish31.3%
133% above US avg
Other Languages9.4%

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 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 cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.6%
106% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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). 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

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

Property Tax

In Laforce, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Laforce vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. 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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

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

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").

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). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area168.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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?

Laforce is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

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 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.

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.

How healthy is Laforce?

The obesity rate in Laforce is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

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. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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