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Fontainebleau, France

Île-de-France · 🇫🇷 France

Fontainebleau is a small city in Île-de-France, France with a population of 19,717. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,717 Population
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
40.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,527 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$29,527 median income, 11.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$959/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,527
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

People

Population19,717
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,527
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty13.0%

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population19,717
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates48.4091°, 2.7018°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceÎle-de-France
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation40.3 inches (1,023 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.7 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$29,527
Median Age42.3 years

Is Fontainebleau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fontainebleau receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Fontainebleau has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fontainebleau is $29,527, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $959 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

Fontainebleau experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Fontainebleau has a population of 19,717. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,717
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fontainebleau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fontainebleau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fontainebleau is $29,527, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Fontainebleau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,527
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Fontainebleau, 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: Fontainebleau 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

Fontainebleau has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 238 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates48.4091°N, 2.7018°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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