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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.

3.2 /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
3.2 / 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
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units155
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

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

Climate

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

Is Latchford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latchford 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. 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.

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

Latchford has a population of 355 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

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 Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg
Other Languages4.2%

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. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Latchford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

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

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units155

Property Tax

In Latchford, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Latchford 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

Latchford has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall13.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area58.8 sq mi (152.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates47.3286°N, 79.8102°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area58.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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