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Bellegarde-Poussieu, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Bellegarde-Poussieu is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 902. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
902 Population
1,027 ft Elevation 313 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,929 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$27,929 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$640/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,929
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population902
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,929
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population902
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Coordinates45.3757°, 4.9525°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$27,929
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bellegarde-Poussieu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellegarde-Poussieu 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. Bellegarde-Poussieu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellegarde-Poussieu is $27,929, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $640 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

Bellegarde-Poussieu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bellegarde-Poussieu has a population of 902. 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

902
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellegarde-Poussieu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bellegarde-Poussieu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellegarde-Poussieu is $27,929, 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 7.6% (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: Bellegarde-Poussieu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,929
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% 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 $640 (45% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Bellegarde-Poussieu, 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: Bellegarde-Poussieu 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

Bellegarde-Poussieu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 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 1,027 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Coordinates45.3757°N, 4.9525°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
February 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in Coldest

Bellegarde-Poussieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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 Bellegarde-Poussieu

What is the population of Bellegarde-Poussieu?

Bellegarde-Poussieu has a population of 902 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 Bellegarde-Poussieu expensive to live in?

Bellegarde-Poussieu 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 $27,929, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bellegarde-Poussieu?

Bellegarde-Poussieu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bellegarde-Poussieu?

The unemployment rate in Bellegarde-Poussieu is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Bellegarde-Poussieu?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $640.

How are the schools in Bellegarde-Poussieu?

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

How healthy is Bellegarde-Poussieu?

The obesity rate in Bellegarde-Poussieu 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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