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Latchford, ON

Ontario

Latchford is a small town in Ontario with a population of 355. Residents earn $71,000 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
355 Population 6/sq mi density
$71,000 Median Income $43,600 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$71,000 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,000
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population355
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,000
Per Capita$43,600
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty16.5%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$1,012
Ownership93.6%
Housing Units155
Rent Burden16.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+32.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Latchford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latchford receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Latchford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Latchford is $71,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Latchford is $140,000, 50% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x 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

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Latchford 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 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow.

Latchford has a population of 355 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 58.8 square miles. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.9% of residents, while 9.9% speak Spanish.

Population

355
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
58.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Latchford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish 9.9%
26% below US avg
Other Languages 4.2%

Social Characteristics

Latchford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latchford is $71,000, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $838, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 18.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Latchford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,000
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,600
Avg Weekly Wage$838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Latchford is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 93.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 155 total housing units in the city. 16.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.6%
Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units155

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, Latchford receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Latchford 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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Latchford 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 274 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 34.5 inches. The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area58.8 sq mi (152.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.3286°N, 79.8102°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below US avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 1, 2020.

Jan 1, 2000 17 km NNE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M4.7 83 km
Mar 9, 1998 Ontario, Canada M3.9 134 km
Aug 5, 2014 6 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.8 141 km
Mar 13, 2005 5 km N of Greater Sudbury, Canada M3.6 125 km
Oct 10, 1995 southern Quebec, Canada M3.5 128 km
May 25, 1998 3 km NW of Lively, Canada M3.4 142 km
Aug 5, 2014 5 km NNW of Lively, Canada M3.3 141 km
May 2, 2015 12 km NE of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Canada M3.3 87 km
Feb 8, 2019 7 km SW of Azilda, Canada M3.1 138 km
Apr 1, 2020 3 km NE of Saint-Isidore, Canada M2.9 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 2.3 in
April 35°F (1°C) 2.4 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.8 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 2.4 in

Latchford has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 4°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.8").

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9.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+32.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area58.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Radio Stations near Latchford

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJTT-FM 104.5 Temiskaming Shores, ON hot adult contemporary MP3 160 kbps
CJKL-FM 101.5 Kirkland Lake, ON hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CKVM - La VOIX du Témiscamingue québécois et ontarien — MP3 128 kbps
KFM Edge electronic, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Latchford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cobalt Mining Museum
Haileybury Heritage Museum
Little Claybelt Homesteaders' Museum

Gas Stations in Latchford

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Ski Resorts Near Latchford

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tri Town Ski and Snowboard Village 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Latchford

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Earlton (Timiskaming Regional) AirportYXRMedium Airport
Elk Lake Airport—Small Airport
Englehart (Dave's Field)—Small Airport
St Bruno-de-Guigues Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Latchford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Latchford Post Office

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Latchford

What is the population of Latchford?

Latchford has a population of 355 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 58.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Latchford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,000, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,000 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Latchford safe?

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

What is the weather like in Latchford?

Latchford 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 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Latchford?

The job market in Latchford faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $838. There are 11 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 18.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Latchford?

The median home value in Latchford is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 93.6%.

How are the schools in Latchford?

9.4% of adults in Latchford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Latchford?

The average commute in Latchford is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Latchford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Latchford is 100% White. 85.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.9% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Haileybury, ON 3,247 pop · 11.6 mi Temiskaming Shores, ON 9,634 pop · 12.2 mi Ville-Marie, QC 2,831 pop · 17.7 mi Saint-Bruno-de-Guigues, QC 1,185 pop · 20.1 mi Lorrainville, QC 1,286 pop · 21.6 mi Notre-Dame-du-Nord, QC 1,090 pop · 23.7 mi Saint-Isidore, QC 2,769 pop · 25.0 mi Englehart, ON 1,442 pop · 34.4 mi Timiskaming, Unorganized, West Part, ON 3,210 pop · 41.8 mi Notre-Dame-du-Lac, QC 1,184 pop · 53.7 mi Témiscaming, QC 2,368 pop · 53.8 mi Kirkland Lake, ON 7,750 pop · 57.4 mi West Nipissing / Nipissing Ouest, ON 14,583 pop · 66.3 mi West Nipissing, ON 14,583 pop · 66.3 mi
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