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Litchfield, QC

Quebec

Litchfield is a small town in Quebec with a population of 500. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
500 Population 7/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $46,400 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$660 Median Rent 8.2% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $660/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population500
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$46,400
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty15.2%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$660
Ownership83.0%
Housing Units265
Rent Burden8.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+25.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Litchfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Litchfield receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Litchfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Litchfield is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Litchfield is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Litchfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow.

Litchfield has a population of 500 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 76.7 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 63% of residents, while 33% speak Spanish.

Population

500
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
76.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 63.0%
20% below US avg
Spanish 33.0%
146% above US avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Litchfield is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $892, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 25.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Litchfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,400
Avg Weekly Wage$892

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Litchfield is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below the national average of $1,163). 83.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 265 total housing units in the city. 8.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% below US avg
Rent Burden8.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.0%
Owner-Occupied83.0%
Renter-Occupied15.1%
Housing Units265

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, Litchfield receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Litchfield 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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Litchfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 273 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 34.8 inches. The area receives 12.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area76.7 sq mi (198.6 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates45.7773°N, 76.5921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.8"
8% below US avg
Snowfall 12.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

132 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.7 on Mar 19, 2025.

Jun 23, 2010 29 km NNE of Val-des-Monts, Canada M5.4 87 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M5.1 19 km
Oct 19, 1990 11 km SW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.6 109 km
Jun 16, 1991 78 km NW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.5 136 km
Dec 25, 1993 9 km WSW of Mont-Laurier, Canada M4.3 111 km
Oct 12, 2003 63 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M4.2 138 km
Apr 18, 1998 4 km N of Plantagenet, Canada M4.1 127 km
Nov 17, 1992 16 km ENE of Saint-André-Avellin, Canada M4.0 134 km
Aug 6, 2000 7 km SSW of La Minerve, Canada M4.0 134 km
Feb 25, 2006 4 km NE of Thurso, Canada M4.0 109 km
Mar 19, 2001 65 km NNW of Saint-Boniface, Canada M3.9 144 km
Oct 7, 1990 21 km WNW of La Minerve, Canada M3.9 124 km
Mar 6, 1991 49 km NNW of Fort-Coulonge, Canada M3.9 60 km
Sep 18, 2011 1 km E of Thurso, Canada M3.8 107 km
Sep 7, 2002 southern Quebec, Canada M3.7 134 km
Feb 26, 1998 33 km SW of Saint-Raphaël, Canada M3.7 37 km
Aug 30, 1993 14 km WNW of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 141 km
Mar 19, 2025 17 km W of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 136 km
May 19, 1992 8 km WNW of Rivière-Rouge, Canada M3.7 146 km
May 17, 2013 20 km NNE of Shawville, Canada M3.6 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1908 NOTRE DAME DE LA SALETTE Meteorological 15.0 m 33 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.5 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
July 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.1 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 2.8 in

Litchfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (2.1").

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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+25.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area76.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Radio Stations near Litchfield

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Valley Heritage Radio MP3 128 kbps
Valley Heritage Radio 98.7 CJHR classic country, country MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Litchfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Armstrong Heritage Farm
George Bryson House
Pontiac Museum
Ross Museum

Libraries in Litchfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Shawville-Clarendon Library0.0
Whitewater Region Public Library - Foresters Falls Branch0.0

Golf Courses in Litchfield

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mickey Creek Golf Club

Breweries in Litchfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brauwerk Hoffman
Whitewater Brewing Company
Whitewater Riverside Brewpub

Ski Resorts Near Litchfield

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Calabogie Peaks 0.0 $0
Mount Pakenham Ski Hill 0.0 $0
Centre Vorlage 0.0 $0
Mont Chilly 0.0 $0

Airports Near Litchfield

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ottawa / Carp AirportMedium Airport
Pembroke AirportYTAMedium Airport
1669 Diamondview Road Private StripSmall Airport
1797 Diamondview Road Private StripSmall Airport
Arnprior AirportSmall Airport
Bruce McPhail Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Carleton Place AirportSmall Airport
Cedar Hill AerodromeSmall Airport
Django FieldSmall Airport
Flint FieldSmall Airport
Fumerton FieldSmall Airport
Lavant Private FieldSmall Airport
Maniwaki AirportYMWSmall Airport
Matawatchan AerodromeSmall Airport
Parti FieldSmall Airport
Pontiac AirparkSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Litchfield

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise de Sainte-Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions About Litchfield

What is the population of Litchfield?

Litchfield has a population of 500 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 76.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Litchfield expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Litchfield safe?

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

What is the weather like in Litchfield?

Litchfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 12.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Litchfield?

The job market in Litchfield faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $892. There are 16 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 25.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Litchfield?

The median home value in Litchfield is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $660. The homeownership rate is 83.0%.

How are the schools in Litchfield?

10.1% of adults in Litchfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Litchfield?

The average commute in Litchfield is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Litchfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Litchfield is 99.2% White. 63% of residents speak only English at home, while 33% speak Spanish.

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