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Barrême, France

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

Barrême is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 511. Elevation: 2,385 ft (727 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
511 Population
2,385 ft Elevation 727 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
36.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$19,721 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,721 median income, 16.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$594/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,721
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $594
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.0%
344% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population511
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$19,721
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment16.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$594
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,385 ft (727 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population511
Elevation2,385 ft (727 m)
Coordinates43.9534°, 6.3685°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation36.9 inches (938 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$19,721
Median Age42.3 years

Is Barrême a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barrême receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Barrême has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barrême is $19,721, 74% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.0%, unemployment is notably high. 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 $594 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

Barrême experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Barrême has a population of 511. 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

511
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barrême vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barrême vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barrême is $19,721, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.0% (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: Barrême vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,721
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.0%
344% 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 $594 (49% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$594
49% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Barrême, 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: Barrême 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

Barrême experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 269 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 36.9 inches. The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. 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 2,385 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,385 ft (727 m)
Coordinates43.9534°N, 6.3685°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.7 in

Barrême has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 35°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.4").

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 Barrême

What is the population of Barrême?

Barrême has a population of 511 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 Barrême expensive to live in?

Barrême 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 $19,721, 74% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $594 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Barrême?

Barrême has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Barrême?

The job market in Barrême faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Barrême?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $594.

How are the schools in Barrême?

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

How healthy is Barrême?

The obesity rate in Barrême 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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