Cost Of Living
Taking into account the cost of goods and services like housing, groceries, transportation and utilities, the overall cost of living in this area is well below average.
Housing
High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.
Ratings
Based on recent surveys and polls, locals gave high marks in the walkability to local amenities, safety, public transit, friendliness of neighbors and overall sense of community in the area.
Amenities
The majority of amenities are not ideally located within walking distance. To access these amenities, residents may be required to rely on a vehicle or public transit.
Employment
In the employment category, a low score could be attributed to low income levels and high unemployment in the area, suggesting potential difficulties in finding lucrative employment.
Schools
The low schools score could result from issues like below-average graduation rates, inadequate reading and math scores, and the unavailability of local elementary and high schools.
| Statistic | Otter Lake | Quebec | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 25.7% | 41.4% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 2.7% | 2.1% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 0.0% | 8.1% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 4.6% | 3.3% | 3.2% |