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Guillestre, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · 🇫🇷 France

Guillestre is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 2,409. Elevation: 3,281 ft (1,000 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,409 Population 122/sq mi density
3,281 ft Elevation 1,000 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
43.5 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

Population2,409
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density122/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 Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population2,409
Population Density122 / sq mi
Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)
Coordinates44.6595°, 6.6495°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.5 inches (1,105 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.9 inches (50 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Guillestre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guillestre 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. Guillestre 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

Guillestre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Guillestre has a population of 2,409 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,409
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
19.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Guillestre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Guillestre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guillestre 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: Guillestre 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 Guillestre, 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: Guillestre 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

Guillestre has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall19.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)
Area19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates44.6595°N, 6.6495°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 Density122/sq mi
Total Area19.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Embrun 7,069 pop · 10.1 mi Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières 1,007 pop · 11.8 mi Villar-Saint-Pancrace 1,528 pop · 14.8 mi Briançon 11,577 pop · 16.6 mi Jausiers 1,026 pop · 17.2 mi Saint-Chaffrey 1,716 pop · 18.5 mi Barcelonnette 3,487 pop · 18.8 mi Chorges 2,016 pop · 19.8 mi Villeneuve 3,444 pop · 20.1 mi Le Monêtier-les-Bains 1,101 pop · 22.9 mi La Bâtie-Neuve 1,821 pop · 23.2 mi Seyne-les-Alpes 1,438 pop · 25.8 mi Sauze d'Oulx 1,096 pop · 27.4 mi Oulx 2,256 pop · 27.6 mi
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