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Giat, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Giat is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 891. Elevation: 2,497 ft (761 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
891 Population
2,497 ft Elevation 761 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
34.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,568 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,568 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$406/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,568
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $406
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population891
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,568
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$406
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population891
Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Coordinates45.8019°, 2.4676°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.2 inches (868 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$21,568
Median Age42.3 years

Is Giat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Giat receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, below-average incomes. Giat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Giat is $21,568, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $406 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

Giat experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Giat has a population of 891. 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

891
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Giat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Giat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Giat is $21,568, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.4% (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 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Giat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,568
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% 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

Monthly rent averages $406 (65% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$406
65% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Giat, 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: Giat 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

Giat experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 274 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 34.2 inches. The area receives 2.6 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 2,497 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,497 ft (761 m)
Coordinates45.8019°N, 2.4676°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.3 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in

Giat has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (2.1").

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 Giat

What is the population of Giat?

Giat has a population of 891 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 Giat expensive to live in?

Giat 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 $21,568, 71% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $406 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Giat?

Giat has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Giat?

The unemployment rate in Giat is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Giat?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $406.

How are the schools in Giat?

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

How healthy is Giat?

The obesity rate in Giat 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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