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el Pertús, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

el Pertús is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 571. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
571 Population
958 ft Elevation 292 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
17.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$15,865 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$15,865 median income, 32.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$626/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $15,865
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $626
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.8%
811% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population571
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$15,865
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment32.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$626
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population571
Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates42.4652°, 2.8624°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation17.6 inches (446 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.9 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$15,865
Median Age42.3 years

Is el Pertús a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, el Pertús receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. el Pertús has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in el Pertús is $15,865, 79% below the national average of $75,149. At 32.8%, 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 $626 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

el Pertús enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

el Pertús has a population of 571. 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

571
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

el Pertús vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

el Pertús vs U.S. Average

The median household income in el Pertús is $15,865, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 32.8% (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: el Pertús vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,865
79% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.8%
811% 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 $626 (46% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$626
46% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In el Pertús, 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: el Pertús 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

el Pertús enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 325 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 17.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 958 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates42.4652°N, 2.8624°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.9 in
July 74°F (24°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
September 65°F (19°C) 2.7 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in Wettest
November 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in

el Pertús has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.9").

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 el Pertús

What is the population of el Pertús?

el Pertús has a population of 571 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 el Pertús expensive to live in?

el Pertús 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 $15,865, 79% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $626 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in el Pertús?

el Pertús enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in el Pertús?

The job market in el Pertús faces challenges, with unemployment at 32.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in el Pertús?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $626.

How are the schools in el Pertús?

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

How healthy is el Pertús?

The obesity rate in el Pertús 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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