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Achen, France

Grand Est · 🇫🇷 France

Achen is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 972. Elevation: 856 ft (261 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
972 Population 208/sq mi density
856 ft Elevation 261 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
44.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,330 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,330 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$460/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,330
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $460
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population972
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density208/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,330
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$460
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation856 ft (261 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population972
Population Density208 / sq mi
Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Coordinates49.0453°, 7.1821°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation44.1 inches (1,119 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.1 inches (26 cm)
Median Household Income$26,330
Median Age42.3 years

Is Achen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Achen receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Achen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Achen is $26,330, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $460 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Achen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 10.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Achen has a population of 972 with a density of 208 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

972
Total Population
208
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Achen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Achen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Achen is $26,330, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Achen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,330
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $460 (60% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$460
60% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Achen, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Achen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Achen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The area receives 10.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 856 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall10.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates49.0453°N, 7.1821°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in
February 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.8 in Wettest

Achen has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 35°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.3").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density208/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Achen

What is the population of Achen?

Achen has a population of 972 residents and is located in France. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Achen expensive to live in?

Achen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,330, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $460 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Achen?

Achen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches, with 10.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Achen?

The unemployment rate in Achen is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Achen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $460.

How are the schools in Achen?

31.7% of adults in Achen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Achen?

The obesity rate in Achen is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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