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Lochaber, QC
Quebec · Ottawa-Gatineau Metro
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.
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How Lochaber Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
BHousing
A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Lochaber a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lochaber receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. 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.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
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
Lochaber has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 14.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Lochaber vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Lochaber vs U.S. Average
Income: Lochaber vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,500 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,200 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $677 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 17.9% |
| 397% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
Walkability
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 Burden | 16.1% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 79.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 17.7% |
| Housing Units | 170 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Lochaber vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.3°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 24.0 sq mi (62.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6197°N, 75.1867°W |
| Timezone | America/Montreal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 36 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°F (-12°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-10°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 3.1 in |
Lochaber has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 10°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.6% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 17.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Total Area | 24.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 27.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
Radio Stations near Lochaber
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFGO "TSN 1200" Ottawa, ON | bell media, sports news | AAC+ 40 kbps | |
| TSN 1200 | live sports, sports | AAC+ 40 kbps | |
| CJRO-FM 107.7 Carlsbad Springs, ON | community radio, radio communautaire | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CIWW CityNews Ottawa | news, sport | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (AAC Stream) | campus radio, student radio | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| CHEZ-FM 106.1 "Chez 106" Ottawa, ON | mainstream rock, rogers media | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CHUO-FM 89.1 University of Ottawa, ON | community radio, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJFO 94.5 "Unique FM" Ottawa, ON | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lochaber
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre d’interprétation du Patrimoine de Plaisance | ||||
| Cumberland Heritage Village Museum | ||||
| Mulgrave & Derry Historical Society | ||||
| Musée de la Société de l'histoire de Buckingham | ||||
| Musée des Pionniers | ||||
| Rockland Museum | ||||
| Société historique Louis-Joseph-Papineau |
Libraries in Lochaber
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Curran Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Plantagenet Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Alfred Plantagenet Public Library - Wendover Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| BIBLIO | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Bernard-Lonergan | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Manise-Morin | 0.0 | |||||
| Clarence-Rockland Public Library - Bourget Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Clarence-Rockland Public Library - Rockland Branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lochaber
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Farmer's Market | |||||
| Place du Marché |
Breweries in Lochaber
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Grain Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Lochaber
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Fortune | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Cascades Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Edelweiss | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Ste. Marie | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Blanc | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Tremblant Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Lochaber
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | YOW | Large Airport |
| Cornwall Regional Airport | YCC | Medium Airport |
| Massena International Airport Richards Field | MSS | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Gatineau Airport | YND | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport | YRO | Medium Airport |
| Alexandria Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Burritts Rapids Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Cheney | — | Small Airport |
| Devereaux Rd Farm Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Grey's Creek Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury (East) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury / L'Ange Gardien Farm Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Herb's Travel Plaza Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hicks Field | — | Small Airport |
| Indian Creek Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kenmore Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Long Sault Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maxville (Bourdon Farm) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maxville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Merrickville Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Mont-Tremblant/Saint-Jovite Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Morrisburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Navan Bearbrook Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Pendleton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| St. André-Avellin Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lochaber
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gore United Church |
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What is the population of Lochaber?
Lochaber has a population of 446 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 24.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.
Is Lochaber expensive to live in?
The median household income is $75,500, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $715 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Lochaber safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lochaber receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Lochaber?
Lochaber has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Lochaber?
The job market in Lochaber faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $677. There are 14 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 13.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Lochaber?
The median home value in Lochaber is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $715. The homeownership rate is 79.4%.
How are the schools in Lochaber?
8.6% of adults in Lochaber hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Lochaber?
The average commute in Lochaber is 27 minutes. 82.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Lochaber?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Lochaber is 100% White. 6.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 87.6% speak Spanish.