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Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,636. Elevation: 3,419 ft (1,042 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,636 Population
3,419 ft Elevation 1,042 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.3 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

Population1,636
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,636
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Coordinates45.5167°, 2.9333°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.3 inches (1,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall35.3 inches (90 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 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. Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 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

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise has a population of 1,636. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,636
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 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: Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 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 Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise, 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: Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 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

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Coordinates45.5167°N, 2.9333°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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