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La Brigue, France

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

La Brigue is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 763. Elevation: 2,549 ft (777 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
763 Population
2,549 ft Elevation 777 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$20,520 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$20,520 median income, 9.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$658/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,520
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population763
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$20,520
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,549 ft (777 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population763
Elevation2,549 ft (777 m)
Coordinates44.0625°, 7.6160°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$20,520
Median Age42.3 years

Is La Brigue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Brigue receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. La Brigue has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Brigue is $20,520, 73% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.9%, 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 $658 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

La Brigue experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

La Brigue has a population of 763. 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

763
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Brigue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Brigue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Brigue is $20,520, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.9% (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: La Brigue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,520
73% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% 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 $658 (43% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In La Brigue, 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: La Brigue 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

La Brigue experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 326 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 43.4 inches. The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. 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 2,549 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,549 ft (777 m)
Coordinates44.0625°N, 7.6160°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
February 33°F (1°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
December 35°F (1°C) 3.3 in

La Brigue has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 33°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (1.3").

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 La Brigue

What is the population of La Brigue?

La Brigue has a population of 763 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 La Brigue expensive to live in?

La Brigue 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 $20,520, 73% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in La Brigue?

La Brigue has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in La Brigue?

The job market in La Brigue faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Brigue?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $658.

How are the schools in La Brigue?

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

How healthy is La Brigue?

The obesity rate in La Brigue 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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