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Graissessac, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Graissessac is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 716. Elevation: 1,115 ft (340 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
716 Population 185/sq mi density
1,115 ft Elevation 340 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$19,008 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,008 median income, 27.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$503/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,008
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $503
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.0%
650% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population716
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$19,008
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment27.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$503
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population716
Population Density185 / sq mi
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates43.6807°, 3.0922°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.4 inches (695 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$19,008
Median Age42.3 years

Is Graissessac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Graissessac receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Graissessac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Graissessac is $19,008, 75% below the national average of $75,149. At 27.0%, unemployment is notably high. 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 $503 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

Graissessac enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Graissessac has a population of 716 with a density of 185 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. 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

716
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Graissessac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Graissessac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Graissessac is $19,008, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 27.0% (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: Graissessac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,008
75% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.0%
650% 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 $503 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$503
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Graissessac, 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: Graissessac 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

Graissessac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 282 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 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 1,115 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates43.6807°N, 3.0922°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in

Graissessac has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 41°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (1.3").

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

Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Graissessac

What is the population of Graissessac?

Graissessac has a population of 716 residents and is located in France. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. 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 Graissessac expensive to live in?

Graissessac 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 $19,008, 75% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $503 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Graissessac?

Graissessac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Graissessac?

The job market in Graissessac faces challenges, with unemployment at 27.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Graissessac?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $503.

How are the schools in Graissessac?

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

How healthy is Graissessac?

The obesity rate in Graissessac 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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