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Lambton, QC

Quebec

Lambton is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,630. Residents earn $63,600 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,630 Population 39/sq mi density
$63,600 Median Income $41,440 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$488 Median Rent 6.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$63,600 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $488/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,600
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $488
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,630
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,600
Per Capita$41,440
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.7%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$488
Ownership80.1%
Housing Units755
Rent Burden6.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+17.8%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Lambton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lambton 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. Lambton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lambton is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.7% 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 Lambton is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lambton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow.

Lambton has a population of 1,630 with a density of 39 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 2.2% of residents, while 96.3% speak Spanish.

Population

1,630
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
41.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lambton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 2.2%
97% below US avg
Spanish 96.3%
619% above US avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Lambton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lambton is $63,600, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,440. The average weekly wage is $797, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 51 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Lambton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,600
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,440
Avg Weekly Wage$797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lambton is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $488 (58% below the national average of $1,163). 80.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 755 total housing units in the city. 6.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$488
58% below US avg
Rent Burden6.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.1%
Owner-Occupied80.1%
Renter-Occupied19.9%
Housing Units755

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, Lambton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lambton 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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Lambton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The area receives 15.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,188 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Area41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates45.8385°N, 71.0911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.7"
18% above US avg
Snowfall 15.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.08"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 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 M4.8 110 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 131 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 150 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 84 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 109 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 97 km
Aug 7, 2010 8 km WNW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 135 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 113 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 121 km
Apr 24, 2010 11 km NNW of Château-Richer, Canada M3.3 136 km
Mar 6, 2010 1 km WNW of Beaupré, Canada M3.2 135 km
Oct 8, 2010 16 km NW of Montmagny, Canada M3.1 145 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 108 km
May 22, 2017 4 km NW of Beaupré, Canada M3.0 138 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 133 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 105 km
Jan 3, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M2.9 121 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 106 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 107 km
Mar 24, 2007 7 km W of Sainte-Catherine, Canada M2.8 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.7 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.6 in

Lambton has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 10°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.7").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.8% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+17.8%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area41.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Radio Stations near Lambton

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKLD "Plaisir 105.5" Thetford Mines, QC soft adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CoolFM Beauce classic rock MP3 128 kbps
CHJM "Mix 99.7" Saint-Georges, QC contemporary hits, top 40 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lambton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée Donald Morrison

Clinics in Lambton

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CLSC

Gas Stations in Lambton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Olco

Banks in Lambton

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Ski Resorts Near Lambton

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Eldorado - Secteur St-Paul 0.0 $0
Ski Eldorado - Secteur 10e Rang 0.0 $0
Centre de ski Saint-Georges 0.0 $0
Club ski Beauce 0.0 $0

Airports Near Lambton

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint-Georges AirportMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Apollinaire (Airpro) AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
St-Frédéric AirportSmall Airport
St-Lambert-De-Lauzon AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lambton

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mission St-Noel Chabanel

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lambton

What is the population of Lambton?

Lambton has a population of 1,630 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Lambton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $63,600, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lambton safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lambton?

Lambton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 15.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lambton?

The unemployment rate in Lambton is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $797. There are 51 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 17.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lambton?

The median home value in Lambton is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $488. The homeownership rate is 80.1%.

How are the schools in Lambton?

6.7% of adults in Lambton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.8% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lambton?

The average commute in Lambton is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lambton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lambton is 97.1% White, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 2.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 96.3% speak Spanish.

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