Wakefield, QC
Quebec · Ottawa-Gatineau Metro
Wakefield is a small town in Quebec with a population of 2,000. Residents earn $71,452 per year, which is 5% below the national average.
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How Wakefield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
B+Community
Is Wakefield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wakefield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Wakefield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wakefield is $71,452, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wakefield is $230,186, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x 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
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Wakefield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Wakefield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wakefield vs U.S. Average
Income: Wakefield vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,452 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,112 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $848 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 62 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.9% |
| Work from Home | 20.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $230,186 |
| 18% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $647 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.5% |
| Housing Units | 800 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Wakefield 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 | 39.5°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 48.7 sq mi (126.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6668°N, 75.8327°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
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 | 21 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 3.3 in |
Wakefield has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 9°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.9% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 17.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Total Area | 48.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 26.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.9% |
| Work from Home | 20.6% |
Radio Stations near Wakefield
31 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFGO "TSN 1200" Ottawa, ON | bell media, sports news | AAC+ 40 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Ottawa, ON (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CBC Radio 1 Ottawa (CBO-FM) | information, news | UNKNOWN | |
| CFRA "News Talk Radio 580" Ottawa, ON | news talk | AAC+ 40 kbps | |
| TSN 1200 | live sports, sports | AAC+ 40 kbps | |
| CFTX-FM 96.5 "BPM Sports" Gatineau, QC | bpm sports, sports | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Canada At Large | alternative / indie, alternative rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHRI 99.1 Ottawa | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Irish Radio Canada | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CKOF "FM 104.7 Outaouais" Gatineau, QC | actualités, news | MP3 | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique - Ottawa, ON | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Ottawa KiSS 105.3 FM (CISSFM) | pop | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CJRO-FM 107.7 Carlsbad Springs, ON | community radio, radio communautaire | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Ottawa Live 885 (CLIVFM) | alternative, alternative rock | AAC 145 kbps | |
| CHEZ-FM 106.1 "Chez 106" Ottawa, ON | mainstream rock, rogers media | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKDJ "AIR-AM 1700" Algonquin College-Ottawa, ON | campus radio, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| CJFO 94.5 "Unique FM" Ottawa, ON | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CIDG-FM "Rebel Rock101.7" Ottawa, ON | classic rock, mainstream rock | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CIWW CityNews Ottawa | news, sport | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (MP3 Stream) | campus radio, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Labgate Hitwave Rewind | old hits, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHUO-FM 89.1 University of Ottawa, ON | community radio, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKCU The Mighty 93.1 | college radio | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Ottawa CHEZ 106.1 (CHEZFM) | hard rock, metal | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKCU FM 93.1 | alternative, college radio | MP3 256 kbps | |
| CKDJ-FM 107.9 Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON (AAC Stream) | campus radio, student radio | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Ottawa-Gatineau) Ottawa, ON | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJET-FM Country 92.3 | — | UNKNOWN | |
| CILV-FM 88.5 "Live Eighty Eight Five" - Ottawa, ON | alternative rock, stingray network | AAC 130 kbps | |
| 106.1 CHEZ | mainstream rock, rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKCU 93.1 FM | — | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Wakefield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Canada Museum | ||||
| Bank of Canada Museum | ||||
| Bank of Canada Museum | ||||
| Bytown Museum | ||||
| Bytown Museum | ||||
| Bytown Museum | ||||
| Canada Aviation and Space Museum | ||||
| Canada Aviation and Space Museum | ||||
| Canada Aviation and Space Museum | ||||
| Canadian Museum of History | ||||
| Canadian Museum of History | ||||
| Canadian Museum of History | ||||
| Canadian Museum of History | ||||
| Canadian Museum of History | ||||
| Canadian Museum of History | ||||
| Canadian War Museum | ||||
| Canadian War Museum | ||||
| Canadian War Museum | ||||
| Fairbairn House | ||||
| Gatineau Park | ||||
| Gatineau Park | ||||
| Mackenzie-King Estate | ||||
| Pinhey's Point | ||||
| Vanier Museopark | ||||
| Vanier Museopark | ||||
| Vanier Museopark |
Libraries in Wakefield
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Aurélien-Doucet | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Aurélien-Doucet | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Aurélien-Doucet | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Poltimore | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Riviera | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Docteur-Jean-Lorrain | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Docteur-Jean-Lorrain | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Donalda-Charron | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Guy-Sanche | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Lucien-Lalonde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Maison du Citoyen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Maison du Citoyen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Maison du Citoyen | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliotheque Rupert | 0.0 | |||||
| Brian Dickson Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brian Dickson Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brian Dickson Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chelsea Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chelsea Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Christian Science Reading Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Christian Science Reading Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Christian Science Reading Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Archives Canada | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Archives Canada Preservation Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Parliament | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Parliament (interim main branch) | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Parliament (interim main branch) | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Parliament (interim main branch) | 0.0 | |||||
| Morisset Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morisset Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morisset Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - North Gloucester Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - Rideau Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - Rockcliffe Park Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - St-Laurent Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - St-Laurent Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - St-Laurent Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottawa Public Library - Vanier Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Wakefield Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wakefield
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byward Market | |||||
| Byward Market | |||||
| Byward Market | |||||
| Marché public Notre-Dame |
Clinics in Wakefield
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wakefield
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wakefield
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wakefield
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wakefield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| À La Dérive | ||||
| À La Dérive | ||||
| À La Dérive | ||||
| Brasserie du Bas-Canada | ||||
| Brasserie du Bas-Canada | ||||
| Brasserie du Bas-Canada | ||||
| Chelsea & Co Microbrasserie | ||||
| Chelsea & Co Microbrasserie | ||||
| Dominion City Brewing Company | ||||
| Dominion City Brewing Company | ||||
| Lowertown Brewery | ||||
| Lowertown Brewery | ||||
| Lowertown Brewery | ||||
| Manor Park Brewing | ||||
| Manor Park Brewing | ||||
| Manor Park Brewing | ||||
| Mill Street Brew Pub | ||||
| Shillow Beer Co |
Stadiums & Teams in Wakefield
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Stadium | ||
| Ottawa Stadium |
Ski Resorts Near Wakefield
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pakenham Ski Hill | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Camp Fortune | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Cascades Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sommet Edelweiss | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Centre Vorlage | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mont Ste. Marie | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Wakefield
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | YOW | Large Airport |
| Ottawa / Carp Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Gatineau Airport | YND | Medium Airport |
| Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport | YRO | Medium Airport |
| Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport | YSH | Medium Airport |
| 1669 Diamondview Road Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| 1797 Diamondview Road Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Arnprior Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Burritts Rapids Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Carleton Place Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cedar Hill Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Cheney | — | Small Airport |
| Devereaux Rd Farm Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Django Field | — | Small Airport |
| Flint Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fumerton Field | — | Small Airport |
| Grey's Creek Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hicks Field | — | Small Airport |
| Indian Creek Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kars / Rideau Valley Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Kenmore Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Maniwaki Airport | YMW | Small Airport |
| Merrickville Private Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Navan Bearbrook Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Casselman (Shea Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa / Manotick (Hope Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa/Embrun Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Parti Field | — | Small Airport |
| Pendleton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pontiac Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (North) Farm Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg (South) Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Wakefield
84 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Akausivik Inuit Family Health Team | ||
| Akausivik Inuit Family Health Team | ||
| Appletree | ||
| Avant Chiropractic | ||
| Bastien & Prizant Optometry | ||
| Bastien & Prizant Optometry | ||
| Beechwood Village Chiropractic | ||
| Beechwood Village Chiropractic | ||
| Bhanji Optometry | ||
| Bhanji Optometry | ||
| ByWard Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| ByWard Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Canotek Clinic | ||
| CareMedics | ||
| CareMedics | ||
| Centre d'ophtalmologie | ||
| Centre Medical Ste-Anne | ||
| Centre Medical Ste-Anne | ||
| CHEO Clinic | ||
| Clinique Medicale Cite-des-Jeunes | ||
| Clinique Médicale D'Urgence De L'Outaouais | ||
| Clinique Médicale D'Urgence De L'Outaouais | ||
| Clinique Radiologique de Gatineau | ||
| CLSC de Gatineau | ||
| Dermapure | ||
| Dermapure | ||
| Donna Anderson Osteopathy | ||
| Donna Anderson Osteopathy | ||
| Get Physical Physiotherapy | ||
| Get Physical Physiotherapy | ||
| Gloucester Family Optometrists | ||
| Gloucester Family Optometrists | ||
| Good Doctors Ottawa-Rideau | ||
| Jerry Ritt Psychology | ||
| Jerry Ritt Psychology | ||
| La Vie Health | ||
| LASIK MD | ||
| LASIK MD | ||
| Maison Réalité | ||
| Mcarthur Physiotherapy | ||
| Mcarthur Physiotherapy | ||
| Medview Optometry Clinic | ||
| Medview Optometry Clinic | ||
| Morgentaler Clinic | ||
| Morgentaler Clinic | ||
| Motion Matters | ||
| Natural Balance | ||
| Natural Balance | ||
| NutriSimple | ||
| Omniclinique de l'Outaouais | ||
| Omniclinique de l'Outaouais | ||
| Ottawa Health Group | ||
| Ottawa Health Group | ||
| Ottawa-Carleton Physio | ||
| Ottawa-Carleton Physio | ||
| Ottawa-Carleton Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Center | ||
| Ottawa-Carleton Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Center | ||
| Outaouais Concussion Centre | ||
| Passport Health Downtown Ottawa Travel Clinic | ||
| Phenix Imaging | ||
| Phenix Imaging | ||
| Physio First | ||
| Physio First | ||
| Pro Physio | ||
| Pro Physio | ||
| Recovery Care | ||
| Recovery Care | ||
| Reform Body Clinic | ||
| Reform Body Clinic | ||
| Rideau Clinic Pharmacy | ||
| Rideau Clinic Pharmacy | ||
| Rideau Friel Medical Clinic | ||
| Rideau Friel Medical Clinic | ||
| Sexual Health Centre Walk-in clinic | ||
| Sexual Health Centre Walk-in clinic | ||
| Somerset Health & Wellness Centre | ||
| Somerset Health & Wellness Centre | ||
| Superclinique Médigo | ||
| Superclinique Médigo | ||
| University of Ottawa Health Services Family Health Team | ||
| Vertefeuille Pavilion | ||
| Vertefeuille Pavilion | ||
| Vitality Massage Therapy | ||
| Vitality Massage Therapy |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wakefield
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-Clément |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Wakefield
What is the population of Wakefield?
Wakefield has a population of 2,000 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 48.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
Is Wakefield expensive to live in?
The median household income is $71,452, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,186 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Wakefield safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wakefield receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Wakefield?
Wakefield 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 66°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches, with 15.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Wakefield?
The unemployment rate in Wakefield is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 62 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Wakefield?
The median home value in Wakefield is $230,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $647. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.
How are the schools in Wakefield?
32.9% of adults in Wakefield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Wakefield?
The average commute in Wakefield is 26 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Wakefield?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Wakefield is 97.8% White. 6.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.1% speak Spanish.
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