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Bayet, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Bayet is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 651. Elevation: 912 ft (278 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
651 Population
912 ft Elevation 278 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
38.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,620 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,620 median income, 11.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$481/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,620
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $481
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population651
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,620
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$481
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population651
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Coordinates46.2485°, 3.2689°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (980 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.6 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$23,620
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bayet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bayet receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, below-average incomes. Bayet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bayet is $23,620, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, 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 $481 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

Bayet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bayet has a population of 651. 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

651
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bayet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bayet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bayet is $23,620, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.0% (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: Bayet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,620
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% 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 $481 (59% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$481
59% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Bayet, 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: Bayet 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

Bayet experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. The area receives 9.6 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 912 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Coordinates46.2485°N, 3.2689°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
April 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Bayet has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 39°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (1.7").

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 Bayet

What is the population of Bayet?

Bayet has a population of 651 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 Bayet expensive to live in?

Bayet 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 $23,620, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $481 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bayet?

Bayet has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bayet?

The job market in Bayet faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bayet?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $481.

How are the schools in Bayet?

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

How healthy is Bayet?

The obesity rate in Bayet 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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