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Chamrousse, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Chamrousse is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 568. Elevation: 5,561 ft (1,695 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
568 Population
5,561 ft Elevation 1,695 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
52.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,350 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$23,350 median income, 4.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$730/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,350
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population568
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$23,350
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population568
Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Coordinates45.1282°, 5.8750°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation52.7 inches (1,339 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.1 inches (61 cm)
Median Household Income$23,350
Median Age42.3 years

Is Chamrousse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chamrousse receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Chamrousse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chamrousse is $23,350, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $730 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

Chamrousse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches, including 24.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Chamrousse has a population of 568. 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

568
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chamrousse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chamrousse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chamrousse is $23,350, 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 4.9% (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: Chamrousse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,350
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% 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 $730 (37% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% below US avg

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In Chamrousse, 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: Chamrousse 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

Chamrousse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 5,561 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall24.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Coordinates45.1282°N, 5.8750°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 4.2 in
March 33°F (0°C) 4.2 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
October 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 5.9 in Wettest
December 30°F (-1°C) 5.1 in

Chamrousse has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 28°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (2.8").

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 Chamrousse

What is the population of Chamrousse?

Chamrousse has a population of 568 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 Chamrousse expensive to live in?

Chamrousse 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 $23,350, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Chamrousse?

Chamrousse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Chamrousse?

Chamrousse has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Chamrousse?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $730.

How are the schools in Chamrousse?

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

How healthy is Chamrousse?

The obesity rate in Chamrousse 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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