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

Population5,129

Median Age42.3 yrs

Density301/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 Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI17 (Good)

Rain88.1 in/yr

Sunny Days278/yr

Elevation3,625 ft (1,105 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+31.7%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband86.8%

Population	5,129
Population Density	301 / sq mi
Elevation	3,625 ft (1,105 m)
Coordinates	45.8569°, 6.6178°
Timezone	Europe/Paris
Country	🇫🇷 France
State / Province	Rhône-Alpes
Average Temperature	44°F (7°C)
January Average	26°F (-4°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	88.1 inches (2,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall	140.6 inches (357 cm)
Median Age	42.3 years

Is Megève a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Megève 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. Megève 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

Megève has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 88.1 inches, including 140.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Megève has a population of 5,129 with a density of 301 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,129

Total Population

301

People / sq mi

42.3yrs

Median Age

9% above US avg

17.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Megève vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Megève vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Megève 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: Megève vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.5%
	109% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.1%
	99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Megève, 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: Megève vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	9.7%
	70% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	33.4%
	139% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	87.0%
Depression	18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.0%

Food & Exercise

Megève has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 88.1 inches. The area enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	44.4°F
	18% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-4°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	88.1 inches
	132% above US avg
Snowfall	140.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	17.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.6%

Geography

Elevation	3,625 ft (1,105 m)
Area	17.0 sq mi (44.1 km²)
Population Density	301/sq mi
Coordinates	45.8569°N, 6.6178°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Density	301/sq mi
Total Area	17.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Megève, France

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Megève a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Megève vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Megève vs U.S. Average

Income: Megève vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Megève vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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