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Forcalquier, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · 🇫🇷 France

Forcalquier is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 4,729. Elevation: 1,775 ft (541 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,729 Population 286/sq mi density
1,775 ft Elevation 541 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
30.5 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

Population4,729
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density286/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population4,729
Population Density286 / sq mi
Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)
Coordinates43.9593°, 5.7795°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (774 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Forcalquier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forcalquier 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. Forcalquier 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

Forcalquier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Forcalquier has a population of 4,729 with a density of 286 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,729
Total Population
286
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
16.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Forcalquier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Forcalquier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forcalquier 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: Forcalquier 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 Forcalquier, 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: Forcalquier 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

Forcalquier has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. The area enjoys 281 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,775 ft (541 m)
Area16.5 sq mi (42.8 km²)
Population Density286/sq mi
Coordinates43.9593°N, 5.7795°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 Density286/sq mi
Total Area16.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Mane 1,243 pop · 1.6 mi Saint-Michel-l'Observatoire 1,142 pop · 4.7 mi Volx 2,890 pop · 6.4 mi Oraison 4,399 pop · 7.5 mi Reillanne 1,410 pop · 8.2 mi Manosque 21,351 pop · 9.0 mi Peyruis 2,375 pop · 9.3 mi Pierrevert 3,564 pop · 10.3 mi Les Mées 3,126 pop · 10.9 mi Céreste 1,213 pop · 12.0 mi Sainte-Tulle 3,404 pop · 12.0 mi Valensole 2,479 pop · 13.2 mi Malijai 1,741 pop · 13.8 mi La Bastide-des-Jourdans 1,110 pop · 14.0 mi
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