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Brû, France

Grand Est · 🇫🇷 France

Brû is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 571. Elevation: 1,017 ft (310 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
571 Population
1,017 ft Elevation 310 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
37.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,933 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,933 median income, 11.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$435/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 $23,933
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $435
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
217% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population571
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,933
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$435
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population571
Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Coordinates48.3478°, 6.6825°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.9 inches (961 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$23,933
Median Age42.3 years

Is Brû a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brû is $23,933, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.4%, 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 $435 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Brû 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

Brû experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Brû has a population of 571. 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

571
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brû vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Brû vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brû is $23,933, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.4% (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: Brû vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,933
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
217% 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 $435 (63% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$435
63% below US avg

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In Brû, 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: Brû 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

Brû 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, Brû receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Brû 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
Brû experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. The area receives 5.7 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 1,017 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Coordinates48.3478°N, 6.6825°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
February 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in Wettest

Brû has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 35°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and April 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

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Brû

What is the population of Brû?

Brû has a population of 571 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 Brû expensive to live in?

Brû 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 $23,933, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $435 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Brû safe?

Brû 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, Brû receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Brû?

Brû has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Brû?

The job market in Brû faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Brû?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $435.

How are the schools in Brû?

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

How healthy is Brû?

The obesity rate in Brû 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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