Choose Country

Magnet, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Magnet is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 708. Elevation: 948 ft (289 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
708 Population 144/sq mi density
948 ft Elevation 289 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
38.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,192 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$24,192 median income, 8.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$481/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,192
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $481
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population708
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,192
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$481
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation948 ft (289 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population708
Population Density144 / sq mi
Elevation948 ft (289 m)
Coordinates46.2127°, 3.5038°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (980 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.6 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$24,192
Median Age42.3 years

Is Magnet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnet 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, below-average incomes. Magnet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magnet is $24,192, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, 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 $481 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

Magnet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Magnet has a population of 708 with a density of 144 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. 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

708
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Magnet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnet is $24,192, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.8% (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: Magnet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,192
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% 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 $481 (59% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$481
59% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Magnet, 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: Magnet 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

Magnet experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. The area receives 9.6 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 948 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation948 ft (289 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates46.2127°N, 3.5038°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Magnet has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 39°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.9").

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

Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Magnet

What is the population of Magnet?

Magnet has a population of 708 residents and is located in France. The population density is 144 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. 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 Magnet expensive to live in?

Magnet 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 $24,192, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $481 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Magnet?

Magnet has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Magnet?

The job market in Magnet faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Magnet?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $481.

How are the schools in Magnet?

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

How healthy is Magnet?

The obesity rate in Magnet 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.

Nearby Cities

Saint-Gérand-le-Puy 1,042 pop · 3.1 mi Saint-Germain-des-Fossés 3,750 pop · 3.4 mi Creuzier-le-Vieux 3,099 pop · 4.8 mi Saint-Rémy-en-Rollat 1,483 pop · 5.8 mi Cusset 14,562 pop · 5.9 mi Lapalisse 3,509 pop · 6.8 mi Vichy 27,019 pop · 7.0 mi Vendat 2,121 pop · 7.9 mi Bellerive-sur-Allier 8,841 pop · 8.2 mi Abrest 2,503 pop · 8.4 mi Varennes-sur-Allier 4,314 pop · 8.5 mi Hauterive 1,072 pop · 9.0 mi Saint-Yorre 2,896 pop · 10.3 mi Broût-Vernet 1,124 pop · 11.2 mi
Compare Magnet with another city: