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Bruyères-le-Châtel, France

Île-de-France · 🇫🇷 France

Bruyères-le-Châtel is a small town in Île-de-France, France with a population of 3,184. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,184 Population 639/sq mi density
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,732 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$29,732 median income, 7.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$929/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,732
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

People

Population3,184
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density639/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,732
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population3,184
Population Density639 / sq mi
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates48.5887°, 2.1899°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceÎle-de-France
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$29,732
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bruyères-le-Châtel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruyères-le-Châtel receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bruyères-le-Châtel has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruyères-le-Châtel is $29,732, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $929 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

Bruyères-le-Châtel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bruyères-le-Châtel has a population of 3,184 with a density of 639 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. 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

3,184
Total Population
639
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruyères-le-Châtel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bruyères-le-Châtel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruyères-le-Châtel is $29,732, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% 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: Bruyères-le-Châtel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,732
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Bruyères-le-Châtel, 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: Bruyères-le-Châtel 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

Bruyères-le-Châtel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The area receives 2.1 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 269 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density639/sq mi
Coordinates48.5887°N, 2.1899°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in

Bruyères-le-Châtel has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 39°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and August the driest (1.7").

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

Population Density639/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bruyères-le-Châtel

What is the population of Bruyères-le-Châtel?

Bruyères-le-Châtel has a population of 3,184 residents and is located in France. The population density is 639 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. 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 Bruyères-le-Châtel expensive to live in?

Bruyères-le-Châtel 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 $29,732, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bruyères-le-Châtel?

Bruyères-le-Châtel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bruyères-le-Châtel?

The unemployment rate in Bruyères-le-Châtel is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Bruyères-le-Châtel?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $929.

How are the schools in Bruyères-le-Châtel?

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

How healthy is Bruyères-le-Châtel?

The obesity rate in Bruyères-le-Châtel 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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