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Hières-sur-Amby, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Hières-sur-Amby is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,082. Elevation: 741 ft (226 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,082 Population
741 ft Elevation 226 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
65.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,704 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$25,704 median income, 9.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$684/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,704
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $684
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,082
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,704
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$684
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain65.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,082
Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Coordinates45.7965°, 5.2933°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation65.8 inches (1,670 mm)
Annual Snowfall40.0 inches (102 cm)
Median Household Income$25,704
Median Age42.3 years

Is Hières-sur-Amby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hières-sur-Amby 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. Hières-sur-Amby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hières-sur-Amby is $25,704, 66% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, 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 $684 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

Hières-sur-Amby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches, including 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Hières-sur-Amby has a population of 1,082. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,082
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hières-sur-Amby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hières-sur-Amby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hières-sur-Amby is $25,704, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hières-sur-Amby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,704
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% 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 $684 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$684
41% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Hières-sur-Amby, 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: Hières-sur-Amby 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

Hières-sur-Amby has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.8 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall40.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Coordinates45.7965°N, 5.2933°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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