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Grenoble, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Grenoble is a large city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 158,552. Elevation: 715 ft (218 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
158,552 Population 22,650/sq mi density
715 ft Elevation 218 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
58.3 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

Population158,552
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density22,650/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain58.3 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation715 ft (218 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population158,552
Population Density22,650 / sq mi
Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Coordinates45.1787°, 5.7148°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation58.3 inches (1,480 mm)
Annual Snowfall77.8 inches (198 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Grenoble a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grenoble 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. Grenoble 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

Grenoble has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.3 inches, including 77.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Grenoble has a population of 158,552 with a density of 22,650 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

158,552
Total Population
22,650
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Grenoble vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Grenoble vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grenoble 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: Grenoble 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 Grenoble, 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: Grenoble 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

Grenoble has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.3 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.3 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall77.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density22,650/sq mi
Coordinates45.1787°N, 5.7148°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 Density22,650/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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