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Lochaber, QC

Quebec

Lochaber is a small town in Quebec with a population of 446. Residents earn $75,500 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
446 Population 19/sq mi density
$75,500 Median Income $35,200 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$715 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$75,500 median income, 17.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $715/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,500
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $715
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.9%
397% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,500
Per Capita$35,200
Unemployment17.9%
Poverty8.0%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$715
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden16.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+17.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Lochaber a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lochaber receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lochaber offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lochaber is $75,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 17.9%, unemployment is notably high. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lochaber is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $715 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

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

Lochaber has a population of 446 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

446
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
24.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lochaber vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only6.7%
91% below US avg
Spanish87.6%
554% above US avg
Other Languages5.6%

Social Characteristics

Lochaber vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lochaber is $75,500, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lochaber vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,500
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.9%
397% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lochaber is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $715 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$715
39% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Lochaber, 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: Lochaber 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

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
75% below US avg
High School+17.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area24.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Nearby Cities

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