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Joyeuse, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Joyeuse is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,559. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,559 Population
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,773 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,773 median income, 23.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$516/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,773
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $516
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 23.7%
558% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,559
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,773
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment23.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$516
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,559
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates44.4795°, 4.2378°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (796 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,773
Median Age42.3 years

Is Joyeuse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joyeuse receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Joyeuse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joyeuse is $21,773, 71% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.7%, 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 $516 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

Joyeuse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Joyeuse has a population of 1,559. 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

1,559
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Joyeuse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Joyeuse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joyeuse is $21,773, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 23.7% (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: Joyeuse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,773
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.7%
558% 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 $516 (56% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$516
56% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Joyeuse, 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: Joyeuse 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

Joyeuse experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. 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 617 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates44.4795°N, 4.2378°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 42°F (6°C) 2.5 in

Joyeuse has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.5").

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 Joyeuse

What is the population of Joyeuse?

Joyeuse has a population of 1,559 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 Joyeuse expensive to live in?

Joyeuse 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 $21,773, 71% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $516 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Joyeuse?

Joyeuse has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Joyeuse?

The job market in Joyeuse faces challenges, with unemployment at 23.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Joyeuse?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $516.

How are the schools in Joyeuse?

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

How healthy is Joyeuse?

The obesity rate in Joyeuse 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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