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Le Puy-en-Velay, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Le Puy-en-Velay is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 22,718. Elevation: 2,100 ft (640 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
22,718 Population 3,506/sq mi density
2,100 ft Elevation 640 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
27.1 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

Population22,718
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density3,506/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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population22,718
Population Density3,506 / sq mi
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Coordinates45.0437°, 3.8852°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (687 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.5 inches (32 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Le Puy-en-Velay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Le Puy-en-Velay 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. Le Puy-en-Velay 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

Le Puy-en-Velay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Le Puy-en-Velay has a population of 22,718 with a density of 3,506 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,718
Total Population
3,506
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Le Puy-en-Velay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Le Puy-en-Velay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Le Puy-en-Velay 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: Le Puy-en-Velay 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 Le Puy-en-Velay, 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: Le Puy-en-Velay 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

Le Puy-en-Velay has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.1 inches. The area enjoys 266 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.1 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²)
Population Density3,506/sq mi
Coordinates45.0437°N, 3.8852°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 Density3,506/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Vals-près-le-Puy 3,758 pop · 0.9 mi Espaly-Saint-Marcel 3,971 pop · 1.0 mi Chadrac 3,220 pop · 1.5 mi Brives-Charensac 4,721 pop · 2.1 mi Polignac 2,761 pop · 2.2 mi Coubon 2,882 pop · 3.6 mi Cussac-sur-Loire 1,469 pop · 3.8 mi Saint-Germain-Laprade 3,292 pop · 4.2 mi Blavozy 1,411 pop · 4.7 mi Solignac-sur-Loire 1,108 pop · 5.2 mi Bains 1,256 pop · 5.9 mi Lantriac 1,680 pop · 6.5 mi Saint-Paulien 2,162 pop · 7.3 mi Rosières 1,376 pop · 8.0 mi
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