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Gargas, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Gargas is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 583. Elevation: 538 ft (164 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
583 Population
538 ft Elevation 164 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$28,717 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$28,717 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$630/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,717
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $630
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population583
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,717
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$630
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population583
Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Coordinates43.7573°, 1.4677°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.9 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$28,717
Median Age42.3 years

Is Gargas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gargas receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gargas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gargas is $28,717, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $630 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

Gargas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Gargas has a population of 583. 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

583
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gargas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gargas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gargas is $28,717, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.6% (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: Gargas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,717
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% 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 $630 (46% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$630
46% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Gargas, 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: Gargas 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

Gargas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 263 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 38.8 inches. The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. 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 538 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Coordinates43.7573°N, 1.4677°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
June 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in

Gargas has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.8").

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 Gargas

What is the population of Gargas?

Gargas has a population of 583 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 Gargas expensive to live in?

Gargas 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 $28,717, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $630 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Gargas?

Gargas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Gargas?

Gargas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Gargas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $630.

How are the schools in Gargas?

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

How healthy is Gargas?

The obesity rate in Gargas 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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