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Fitou, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Fitou is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 715. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
715 Population
226 ft Elevation 69 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,172 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$22,172 median income, 12.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$531/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,172
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $531
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.8%
256% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population715
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,172
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment12.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population715
Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Coordinates42.8930°, 2.9771°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (606 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,172
Median Age42.3 years

Is Fitou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fitou receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Fitou offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fitou is $22,172, 70% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.8%, 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 $531 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

Fitou enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Fitou has a population of 715. 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

715
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fitou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fitou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fitou is $22,172, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.8% (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: Fitou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,172
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.8%
256% 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 $531 (54% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$531
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Fitou, 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: Fitou 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

Fitou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.9 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 226 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Coordinates42.8930°N, 2.9771°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
March 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
November 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in

Fitou has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 45°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.6").

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 Fitou

What is the population of Fitou?

Fitou has a population of 715 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 Fitou expensive to live in?

Fitou 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 $22,172, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Fitou?

Fitou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Fitou?

The job market in Fitou faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Fitou?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $531.

How are the schools in Fitou?

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

How healthy is Fitou?

The obesity rate in Fitou 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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