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Boussu-lez-Walcourt, Belgium

Wallonia · 🇧🇪 Belgium

Boussu-lez-Walcourt is a small town in Wallonia, Belgium with a population of 789. Elevation: 797 ft (243 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
789 Population
797 ft Elevation 243 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Brussels Timezone
$56,484 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$56,484 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,484
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.0%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population789
Median Age41.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,484
Per Capita$55,291
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity20.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.3%
Depression14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation797 ft (243 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.6%
Population789
Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Coordinates50.2285°, 4.3775°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceWallonia
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.3 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$56,484
Median Age41.6 years

Is Boussu-lez-Walcourt a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boussu-lez-Walcourt is $56,484, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Boussu-lez-Walcourt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Boussu-lez-Walcourt has a population of 789. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

789
Total Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Boussu-lez-Walcourt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Boussu-lez-Walcourt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boussu-lez-Walcourt is $56,484, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,291 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.9% (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 77, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Boussu-lez-Walcourt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,484
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$55,291

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living77.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Boussu-lez-Walcourt, 20.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.0% have high blood pressure. 22.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Boussu-lez-Walcourt vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.0%
38% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Boussu-lez-Walcourt experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 797 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Coordinates50.2285°N, 4.3775°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
February 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in

Boussu-lez-Walcourt has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 37°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (2.3").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 94.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Boussu-lez-Walcourt

What is the population of Boussu-lez-Walcourt?

Boussu-lez-Walcourt has a population of 789 residents and is located in Belgium.. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Boussu-lez-Walcourt expensive to live in?

Boussu-lez-Walcourt is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 77 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,484, 25% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Boussu-lez-Walcourt?

Boussu-lez-Walcourt 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 64°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Boussu-lez-Walcourt?

The unemployment rate in Boussu-lez-Walcourt is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Boussu-lez-Walcourt?

35.0% of adults in Boussu-lez-Walcourt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Boussu-lez-Walcourt?

The obesity rate in Boussu-lez-Walcourt is 20.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.3% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 14.3% of residents report depression.

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