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Charols, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Charols is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 534. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
534 Population
696 ft Elevation 212 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,138 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,138 median income, 10.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$649/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,138
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $649
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population534
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,138
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$649
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population534
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates44.5905°, 4.9521°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.7 inches (956 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$24,138
Median Age42.3 years

Is Charols a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charols 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Charols offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charols is $24,138, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, 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 $649 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

Charols experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Charols has a population of 534. 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

534
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Charols vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Charols vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charols is $24,138, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (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: Charols vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,138
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% 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 $649 (44% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$649
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In Charols, 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: Charols 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

Charols experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 316 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 37.7 inches. The area receives 8.1 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 696 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall8.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates44.5905°N, 4.9521°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in Wettest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.8 in

Charols has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 35°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.8").

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 Charols

What is the population of Charols?

Charols has a population of 534 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 Charols expensive to live in?

Charols 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 $24,138, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $649 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Charols?

Charols has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Charols?

The job market in Charols faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Charols?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $649.

How are the schools in Charols?

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

How healthy is Charols?

The obesity rate in Charols 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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