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Ajaccio, France

Corsica · 🇫🇷 France

Ajaccio is a mid-size city in Corsica, France with a population of 54,364. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
54,364 Population 1,717/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population54,364
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density1,717/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population54,364
Population Density1,717 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates41.9189°, 8.7381°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCorsica
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (665 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Ajaccio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ajaccio receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Ajaccio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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%.

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

Ajaccio enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Ajaccio has a population of 54,364 with a density of 1,717 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

54,364
Total Population
1,717
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
31.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ajaccio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ajaccio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ajaccio is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ajaccio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% 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

In Ajaccio, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ajaccio 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

Ajaccio has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. The area enjoys 288 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area31.7 sq mi (82.0 km²)
Population Density1,717/sq mi
Coordinates41.9189°N, 8.7381°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,717/sq mi
Total Area31.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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