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Barcelonnette, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · 🇫🇷 France

Barcelonnette is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 3,487. Elevation: 3,743 ft (1,141 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,487 Population 550/sq mi density
3,743 ft Elevation 1,141 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
45.3 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

Population3,487
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density550/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 Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation3,743 ft (1,141 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population3,487
Population Density550 / sq mi
Elevation3,743 ft (1,141 m)
Coordinates44.3869°, 6.6518°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.0 inches (64 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Barcelonnette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barcelonnette 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. Barcelonnette 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

Barcelonnette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Barcelonnette has a population of 3,487 with a density of 550 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,487
Total Population
550
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barcelonnette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barcelonnette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barcelonnette 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: Barcelonnette 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 Barcelonnette, 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: Barcelonnette 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

Barcelonnette has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation3,743 ft (1,141 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density550/sq mi
Coordinates44.3869°N, 6.6518°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 Density550/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Jausiers 1,026 pop · 4.4 mi Embrun 7,069 pop · 14.5 mi Seyne-les-Alpes 1,438 pop · 14.8 mi Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée 1,311 pop · 16.2 mi Guillestre 2,409 pop · 18.8 mi Chorges 2,016 pop · 21.6 mi Le Brusquet 1,003 pop · 23.0 mi La Bâtie-Neuve 1,821 pop · 25.7 mi Digne-les-Bains 18,986 pop · 29.1 mi Annot 1,073 pop · 29.1 mi Tallard 1,839 pop · 30.0 mi Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières 1,007 pop · 30.4 mi Gap 42,715 pop · 30.6 mi Puget-Théniers 1,854 pop · 32.1 mi
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