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Balme, Italy

Piedmont · 🇮🇹 Italy

Balme is a small town in Piedmont, Italy with a population of 87. Elevation: 4,698 ft (1,432 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
87 Population
4,698 ft Elevation 1,432 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
48.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$16,813 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$16,813 median income, 9.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$700/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,813
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population87
Median Age47.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$16,813
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.9%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation4,698 ft (1,432 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population87
Elevation4,698 ft (1,432 m)
Coordinates45.3019°, 7.2194°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvincePiedmont
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation48.5 inches (1,232 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.4 inches (64 cm)
Median Household Income$16,813
Median Age47.3 years

Is Balme a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balme receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Balme has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Balme is $16,813, 78% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Balme has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Balme has a population of 87. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

87
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Balme vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balme vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balme is $16,813, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Balme vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,813
78% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

In Balme, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Balme has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,698 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall25.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation4,698 ft (1,432 m)
Coordinates45.3019°N, 7.2194°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome
County FIPS001019

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 3.9 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 4.0 in
April 34°F (1°C) 4.6 in
May 42°F (6°C) 4.8 in
June 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 49°F (10°C) 3.6 in
October 42°F (5°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 33°F (0°C) 4.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 4.2 in

Balme has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 27°F in January to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.8").

34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Balme

What is the population of Balme?

Balme has a population of 87 residents and is located in Italy.. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Balme expensive to live in?

Balme is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $16,813, 78% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Balme?

Balme has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches, with 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Balme?

The job market in Balme faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Balme?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Balme?

34.2% of adults in Balme hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Balme?

The obesity rate in Balme is 17.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 88.6% are physically inactive. 7.2% of residents report depression.

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