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Cernex, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Cernex is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 828. Elevation: 1,896 ft (578 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
828 Population
1,896 ft Elevation 578 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$49,410 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,410 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$1,114/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,410
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,114
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population828
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,410
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population828
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Coordinates46.0627°, 6.0493°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)
Median Household Income$49,410
Median Age42.3 years

Is Cernex a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cernex receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Cernex offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cernex is $49,410, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, 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 $1,114 per month.

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

Cernex experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Cernex has a population of 828. 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

828
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cernex vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cernex vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cernex is $49,410, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.0% (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: Cernex vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,410
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% 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 $1,114 (4% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,114
4% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Cernex, 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: Cernex 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

Cernex experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 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 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 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 1,896 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall13.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Coordinates46.0627°N, 6.0493°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.6 in
February 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in Coldest

Cernex has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 35°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.9").

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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cernex

What is the population of Cernex?

Cernex has a population of 828 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 Cernex expensive to live in?

Cernex 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 $49,410, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month.

What is the weather like in Cernex?

Cernex has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Cernex?

The job market in Cernex faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Cernex?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,114.

How are the schools in Cernex?

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

How healthy is Cernex?

The obesity rate in Cernex 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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