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Bény, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Bény is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 677. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
677 Population
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,190 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,190 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$523/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,190
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $523
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population677
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,190
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$523
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population677
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates46.3239°, 5.2867°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,733 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.1 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$26,190
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bény a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bény receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Bény offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bény is $26,190, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, 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 $523 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

Bény experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bény has a population of 677. 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

677
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bény vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bény vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bény is $26,190, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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: Bény vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,190
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% 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 $523 (55% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$523
55% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Bény, 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: Bény 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

Bény experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.1 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 771 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.2 inches
80% above US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates46.3239°N, 5.2867°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 2.9 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.0 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Bény has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 38°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.0") and March the driest (2.6").

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 Bény

What is the population of Bény?

Bény has a population of 677 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 Bény expensive to live in?

Bény 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 $26,190, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $523 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bény?

Bény has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches, with 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bény?

Bény has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bény?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $523.

How are the schools in Bény?

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

How healthy is Bény?

The obesity rate in Bény 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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