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Balsac, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Balsac is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 525. Elevation: 1,906 ft (581 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
525 Population
1,906 ft Elevation 581 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
29.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$28,156 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,156 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$488/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,156
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $488
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population525
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,156
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$488
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population525
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Coordinates44.4032°, 2.4455°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation29.4 inches (746 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,156
Median Age42.3 years

Is Balsac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balsac receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Balsac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Balsac is $28,156, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $488 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

Balsac experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Balsac has a population of 525. 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

525
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Balsac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Balsac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balsac is $28,156, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.3% (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: Balsac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,156
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% 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 $488 (58% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$488
58% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Balsac, 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: Balsac 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

Balsac experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 1,906 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Coordinates44.4032°N, 2.4455°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in

Balsac has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 38°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Balsac

What is the population of Balsac?

Balsac has a population of 525 residents and is located in France.. 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 Balsac expensive to live in?

Balsac 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 $28,156, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Balsac?

Balsac has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Balsac?

Balsac has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Balsac?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $488.

How are the schools in Balsac?

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

How healthy is Balsac?

The obesity rate in Balsac 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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