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Burzet, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Burzet is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 517. Elevation: 1,781 ft (543 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
517 Population 35/sq mi density
1,781 ft Elevation 543 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$20,509 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$20,509 median income, 15.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$464/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,509
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $464
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.7%
336% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population517
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$20,509
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment15.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$464
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,781 ft (543 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population517
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation1,781 ft (543 m)
Coordinates44.7399°, 4.2445°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,048 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.6 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$20,509
Median Age42.3 years

Is Burzet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burzet receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Burzet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burzet is $20,509, 73% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.7%, 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 $464 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

Burzet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Burzet has a population of 517 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 14.7 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

517
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
14.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Burzet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Burzet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burzet is $20,509, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.7% (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: Burzet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,509
73% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.7%
336% 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 $464 (60% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$464
60% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Burzet, 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: Burzet 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

Burzet experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The area receives 9.6 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 1,781 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,781 ft (543 m)
Area14.7 sq mi (38.1 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates44.7399°N, 4.2445°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
September 56°F (14°C) 4.0 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.2 in Wettest
November 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in

Burzet has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 34°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.2").

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 Density35/sq mi
Total Area14.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Burzet

What is the population of Burzet?

Burzet has a population of 517 residents and is located in France. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 14.7 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 Burzet expensive to live in?

Burzet 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 $20,509, 73% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $464 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Burzet?

Burzet has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Burzet?

The job market in Burzet faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Burzet?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $464.

How are the schools in Burzet?

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

How healthy is Burzet?

The obesity rate in Burzet 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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