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Blacy, France

Grand Est · 🇫🇷 France

Blacy is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 616. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
616 Population
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
28.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,315 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$25,315 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$468/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,315
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $468
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population616
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,315
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$468
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.3/100K

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population616
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates48.7250°, 4.5545°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (711 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,315
Median Age42.3 years

Is Blacy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blacy receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Blacy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blacy is $25,315, 66% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, 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 $468 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Blacy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Blacy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Blacy has a population of 616. 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

616
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Blacy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Blacy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blacy is $25,315, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.4% (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: Blacy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,315
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% 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 $468 (60% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$468
60% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%
Renter-Occupied42.5%

Property Tax

In Blacy, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 10.2% of residents, above the national average. 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. 23.6% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Blacy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease10.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
COPD1.8%
Kidney Disease2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress23.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Premature Death102/100K

Food & Exercise

Blacy has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.3 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Blacy receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Blacy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.3/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.3/100K
79% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Blacy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 328 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates48.7250°N, 4.5545°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 2.5 in

Blacy has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 38°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.9").

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

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Blacy

What is the population of Blacy?

Blacy has a population of 616 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 Blacy expensive to live in?

Blacy 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 $25,315, 66% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $468 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Blacy safe?

Blacy is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Blacy receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Blacy?

Blacy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Blacy?

The job market in Blacy faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Blacy?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $468.

How are the schools in Blacy?

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

How healthy is Blacy?

The obesity rate in Blacy 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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