Raccoons typically have litters ranging from 2 to 7 babies, called kits. Most sources agree that the average litter size is about 3 to 5 kits, with some variation depending on the region and individual raccoon. For example:

• Massachusetts data states raccoons have 3–7 cubs per litter, averaging 4

• Other sources mention litters of 2 to 5 kits

, or 2 to 6 babies

• Some indicate an average litter size of 4 to 6

• Litter sizes can be 1 to 8 but typically 3 to 5 kits

• Usually, raccoons have one litter per year, mostly born in spring (April or May)

In summary, a female raccoon usually has one litter annually with about 3 to 5 babies, though the range can be from 2 up to 7 or occasionally more