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Flumet, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Flumet is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 827. Elevation: 2,930 ft (893 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
827 Population
2,930 ft Elevation 893 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
88.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,980 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$24,980 median income, 2.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$784/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,980
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $784
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population827
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$24,980
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$784
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain88.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,930 ft (893 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population827
Elevation2,930 ft (893 m)
Coordinates45.8182°, 6.5142°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation88.1 inches (2,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall140.6 inches (357 cm)
Median Household Income$24,980
Median Age42.3 years

Is Flumet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flumet receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Flumet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flumet is $24,980, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 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 $784 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

Flumet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 88.1 inches, including 140.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Flumet has a population of 827. 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

827
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Flumet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Flumet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flumet is $24,980, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below 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: Flumet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,980
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below 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 $784 (33% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$784
33% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Flumet, 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: Flumet 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

Flumet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 278 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 88.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 140.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 2,930 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.1 inches
132% above US avg
Snowfall140.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,930 ft (893 m)
Coordinates45.8182°N, 6.5142°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 5.4 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 4.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in
May 45°F (7°C) 4.6 in
June 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in
November 34°F (1°C) 5.8 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.9 in Wettest

Flumet has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 26°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (3.7").

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 Flumet

What is the population of Flumet?

Flumet has a population of 827 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 Flumet expensive to live in?

Flumet 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 $24,980, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $784 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Flumet?

Flumet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.1 inches, with 140.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Flumet?

The job market in Flumet is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Flumet?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $784.

How are the schools in Flumet?

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

How healthy is Flumet?

The obesity rate in Flumet 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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