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Farges, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Farges is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 662. Elevation: 1,683 ft (513 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
662 Population
1,683 ft Elevation 513 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$41,029 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,029 median income, 7.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$952/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,029
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $952
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population662
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,029
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$952
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
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population662
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Coordinates46.1669°, 5.9046°
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$41,029
Median Age42.3 years

Is Farges a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farges receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Farges offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farges is $41,029, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% 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 $952 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

Farges 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.

Farges has a population of 662. 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

662
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Farges vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Farges vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farges is $41,029, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.9% (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: Farges vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,029
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% 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 $952 (18% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$952
18% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Farges, 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: Farges 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

Farges 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 1,683 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

Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Coordinates46.1669°N, 5.9046°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.5 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 4.4 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in
April 42°F (5°C) 3.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Driest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.0 in Wettest
December 32°F (0°C) 5.0 in

Farges has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 32°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (3.6").

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 Farges

What is the population of Farges?

Farges has a population of 662 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 Farges expensive to live in?

Farges 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 $41,029, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $952 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Farges?

Farges 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 Farges?

The unemployment rate in Farges is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Farges?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $952.

How are the schools in Farges?

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

How healthy is Farges?

The obesity rate in Farges 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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