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Buis-les-Baronnies, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Buis-les-Baronnies is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 2,497. Elevation: 1,240 ft (378 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,497 Population 192/sq mi density
1,240 ft Elevation 378 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,220 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$23,220 median income, 15.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$524/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,220
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $524
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

People

Population2,497
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density192/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$23,220
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty20.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$524
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population2,497
Population Density192 / sq mi
Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Coordinates44.2765°, 5.2719°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation37.6 inches (954 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,220
Median Age42.3 years

Is Buis-les-Baronnies a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buis-les-Baronnies receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Buis-les-Baronnies offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buis-les-Baronnies is $23,220, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $524 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

Buis-les-Baronnies experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Buis-les-Baronnies has a population of 2,497 with a density of 192 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 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

2,497
Total Population
192
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Buis-les-Baronnies vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buis-les-Baronnies vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buis-les-Baronnies is $23,220, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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: Buis-les-Baronnies vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,220
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $524 (55% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$524
55% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Buis-les-Baronnies, 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: Buis-les-Baronnies 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

Buis-les-Baronnies experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.6 inches. 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 1,240 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.7 km²)
Population Density192/sq mi
Coordinates44.2765°N, 5.2719°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
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 Density192/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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