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Gougnies, Belgium

Wallonia · 🇧🇪 Belgium

Gougnies is a small town in Wallonia, Belgium with a population of 1,025. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,025 Population
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.9 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

Population1,025
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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.6%
Population1,025
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates50.3554°, 4.5762°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceWallonia
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,040 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (16 cm)
Median Age41.6 years

Is Gougnies a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gougnies 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. Gougnies 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

Gougnies experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Gougnies has a population of 1,025. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,025
Total Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gougnies vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gougnies vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gougnies is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Gougnies 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 Gougnies, 20.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% are current smokers. 14.3% report depression. 83.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gougnies 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

Gougnies has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 206 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates50.3554°N, 4.5762°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

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

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