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Huez, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Huez is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,795. Elevation: 4,957 ft (1,511 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,795 Population
4,957 ft Elevation 1,511 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
51.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,721 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$24,721 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$602/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,721
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $602
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,795
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$24,721
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$602
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,795
Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)
Coordinates45.0824°, 6.0588°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation51.1 inches (1,299 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.9 inches (61 cm)
Median Household Income$24,721
Median Age42.3 years

Is Huez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huez receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Huez offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huez is $24,721, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 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 $602 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

Huez has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Huez has a population of 1,795. 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

1,795
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Huez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Huez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huez is $24,721, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below 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: Huez vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,721
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below 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 $602 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$602
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Huez, 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: Huez 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

Huez has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 4,957 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)
Coordinates45.0824°N, 6.0588°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 4.3 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 4.1 in
April 36°F (2°C) 4.0 in
May 45°F (7°C) 4.4 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in Driest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in Warmest
September 51°F (10°C) 4.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 5.8 in Wettest
December 28°F (-2°C) 5.1 in

Huez has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 26°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.7").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Huez

What is the population of Huez?

Huez has a population of 1,795 residents and is located in France.. 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 Huez expensive to live in?

Huez 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 $24,721, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $602 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Huez?

Huez has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.1 inches, with 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Huez?

The job market in Huez is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Huez?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $602.

How are the schools in Huez?

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

How healthy is Huez?

The obesity rate in Huez 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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