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Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude, France

Bourgogne · 🇫🇷 France

Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 1,990. Elevation: 1,739 ft (530 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,990 Population 218/sq mi density
1,739 ft Elevation 530 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
82.5 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

Population1,990
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density218/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,990
Population Density218 / sq mi
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Coordinates46.3848°, 5.7817°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation82.5 inches (2,096 mm)
Annual Snowfall110.4 inches (280 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude 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. Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude 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

Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 82.5 inches, including 110.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude has a population of 1,990 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,990
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude 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: Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude 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 Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude, 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: Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude 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

Lavans-lès-Saint-Claude has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 82.5 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall82.5 inches
117% above US avg
Snowfall110.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.7 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates46.3848°N, 5.7817°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 Density218/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Saint-Lupicin 2,170 pop · 1.2 mi Saint-Claude 12,418 pop · 4.0 mi Moirans-en-Montagne 2,345 pop · 4.3 mi Valfin-lès-Saint-Claude 12,966 pop · 5.1 mi Dortan 2,398 pop · 7.3 mi Arbent 3,986 pop · 8.1 mi Longchaumois 1,138 pop · 8.9 mi Arinthod 1,273 pop · 10.3 mi Oyonnax 25,697 pop · 10.5 mi Bellignat 4,128 pop · 12.3 mi Orgelet 1,752 pop · 12.4 mi Clairvaux-les-Lacs 1,520 pop · 13.2 mi Échenevex 1,321 pop · 13.4 mi Gex 9,177 pop · 13.6 mi
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