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Chars, France

Île-de-France · 🇫🇷 France

Chars is a small town in Île-de-France, France with a population of 1,716. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,716 Population 266/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,346 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,346 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$785/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,346
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,716
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,346
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,716
Population Density266 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates49.1603°, 1.9367°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceÎle-de-France
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$27,346
Median Age42.3 years

Is Chars a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chars 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. Chars offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chars is $27,346, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 $785 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

Chars experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Chars has a population of 1,716 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,716
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chars vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Chars vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chars is $27,346, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Chars vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,346
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% 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 $785 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Chars, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chars 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

Chars has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 234 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates49.1603°N, 1.9367°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density266/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Marines 3,130 pop · 2.3 mi Us 1,248 pop · 4.4 mi Ableiges 1,024 pop · 5.3 mi Vigny 1,106 pop · 5.6 mi Magny-en-Vexin 5,444 pop · 6.8 mi Chaumont-en-Vexin 3,089 pop · 7.6 mi Sagy 1,189 pop · 7.7 mi Villeneuve-les-Sablons 1,130 pop · 8.3 mi Osny 16,545 pop · 8.4 mi Amblainville 1,757 pop · 8.9 mi Courdimanche 6,256 pop · 9.1 mi Seraincourt 1,388 pop · 9.2 mi Menucourt 5,382 pop · 9.3 mi Saint-Crépin-Ibouvillers 1,076 pop · 9.5 mi
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