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Gap, France

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

Gap is a mid-size city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 42,715. Elevation: 2,431 ft (741 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
42,715 Population 1,002/sq mi density
2,431 ft Elevation 741 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
40.3 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

Population42,715
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density1,002/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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population42,715
Population Density1,002 / sq mi
Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Coordinates44.5586°, 6.0787°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation40.3 inches (1,023 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.2 inches (26 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gap 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. Gap 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

Gap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Gap has a population of 42,715 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

42,715
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
42.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gap 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: Gap 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 Gap, 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: Gap 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

Gap has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,431 ft (741 m)
Area42.6 sq mi (110.4 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates44.5586°N, 6.0787°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 Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area42.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

La Bâtie-Neuve 1,821 pop · 5.8 mi La Roche-des-Arnauds 1,025 pop · 6.1 mi Tallard 1,839 pop · 6.8 mi Saint-Bonnet-en-Champsaur 1,608 pop · 8.6 mi Chorges 2,016 pop · 9.8 mi Veynes 3,230 pop · 12.7 mi Seyne-les-Alpes 1,438 pop · 19.9 mi Serres 1,291 pop · 20.1 mi Embrun 7,069 pop · 20.5 mi Laragne-Montéglin 3,556 pop · 21.1 mi Mens 1,325 pop · 24.0 mi Sisteron 7,605 pop · 26.3 mi La Mure 5,190 pop · 27.6 mi Guillestre 2,409 pop · 28.9 mi
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