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Forges, Belgium

Wallonia · 🇧🇪 Belgium

Forges is a small town in Wallonia, Belgium with a population of 1,141. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,141 Population
853 ft Elevation 260 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Brussels Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.0%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,141
Median Age41.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$55,291
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity20.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.3%
Depression14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.6%
Population1,141
Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Coordinates50.0257°, 4.3277°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceWallonia
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.3 inches (24 cm)
Median Age41.6 years

Is Forges a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forges receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Forges offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.9% 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Forges experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Forges has a population of 1,141. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,141
Total Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Forges vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Forges vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forges is N/A. Per capita income is $55,291 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.9% (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 77, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Forges vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$55,291

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living77.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Forges, 20.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.0% have high blood pressure. 22.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Forges vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.0%
38% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Forges experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Coordinates50.0257°N, 4.3277°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
February 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in Wettest

Forges has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 36°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.4").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 94.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Forges

What is the population of Forges?

Forges has a population of 1,141 residents and is located in Belgium.. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Forges expensive to live in?

Forges is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 77 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Forges?

Forges has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Forges?

The unemployment rate in Forges is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Forges?

35.0% of adults in Forges hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Forges?

The obesity rate in Forges is 20.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.3% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 14.3% of residents report depression.

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