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Ballaigues, Switzerland

Vaud · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Ballaigues is a small town in Vaud, Switzerland with a population of 849. Elevation: 2,881 ft (878 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
849 Population
2,881 ft Elevation 878 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
54.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population849
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation2,881 ft (878 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population849
Elevation2,881 ft (878 m)
Coordinates46.7298°, 6.4136°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceVaud
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation54.8 inches (1,392 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Ballaigues a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ballaigues receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Ballaigues stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ballaigues experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Ballaigues has a population of 849. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

849
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ballaigues vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ballaigues vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ballaigues is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Ballaigues vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ballaigues, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Ballaigues experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,881 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall9.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation2,881 ft (878 m)
Coordinates46.7298°N, 6.4136°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.6 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 4.6 in Coldest
March 36°F (2°C) 3.9 in Driest
April 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
June 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.0 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Ballaigues has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 31°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and March the driest (3.9").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ballaigues

What is the population of Ballaigues?

Ballaigues has a population of 849 residents and is located in Switzerland.. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Ballaigues expensive to live in?

Ballaigues is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.8 compared to the national baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ballaigues?

Ballaigues has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.8 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Ballaigues?

Ballaigues has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ballaigues?

45.0% of adults in Ballaigues hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ballaigues?

The obesity rate in Ballaigues is 12.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 13.9% of residents report depression.

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