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Firminy, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Firminy is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 17,902. Elevation: 1,565 ft (477 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
17,902 Population 4,442/sq mi density
1,565 ft Elevation 477 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population17,902
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density4,442/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population17,902
Population Density4,442 / sq mi
Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Coordinates45.3896°, 4.2886°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (946 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Firminy a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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%.

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

Firminy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Firminy has a population of 17,902 with a density of 4,442 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,902
Total Population
4,442
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Firminy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Firminy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Firminy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Firminy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% 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

In Firminy, 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: Firminy 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

Firminy has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density4,442/sq mi
Coordinates45.3896°N, 4.2886°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 Density4,442/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Fraisses 3,982 pop · 1.2 mi Unieux 8,456 pop · 1.3 mi Le Chambon-Feugerolles 13,371 pop · 1.6 mi Saint-Paul 1,353 pop · 3.1 mi Roche-la-Molière 10,372 pop · 3.4 mi Saint-Just-Malmont 4,132 pop · 3.7 mi La Ricamarie 7,997 pop · 4.1 mi Pont-Salomon 1,725 pop · 4.1 mi Aurec-sur-Loire 5,226 pop · 4.5 mi Saint-Genest-Lerpt 5,792 pop · 4.5 mi Saint-Maurice-en-Gourgois 1,296 pop · 5.2 mi Saint-Étienne 176,280 pop · 5.8 mi Saint-Didier-en-Velay 3,144 pop · 6.0 mi Villars 8,709 pop · 6.3 mi
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