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Melsheim, France

Grand Est · 🇫🇷 France

Melsheim is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 569. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
569 Population
587 ft Elevation 179 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
44.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,054 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$27,054 median income, 7.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$650/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,054
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population569
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,054
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.3/100K

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease10.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population569
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates48.7571°, 7.5225°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation44.6 inches (1,133 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.0 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$27,054
Median Age42.3 years

Is Melsheim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melsheim receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Melsheim offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melsheim is $27,054, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Melsheim is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Melsheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Melsheim has a population of 569. 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

569
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Melsheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Melsheim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melsheim is $27,054, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.4% (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: Melsheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,054
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% 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 $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%
Renter-Occupied42.5%

Property Tax

In Melsheim, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 10.2% of residents, above the national average. 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. 23.6% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease10.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
COPD1.8%
Kidney Disease2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress23.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Premature Death102/100K

Food & Exercise

Melsheim has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.3 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Melsheim receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Melsheim vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.3/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.3/100K
79% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Melsheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. The area receives 11.0 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 587 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall11.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates48.7571°N, 7.5225°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in

Melsheim has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 36°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.7").

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

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Melsheim

What is the population of Melsheim?

Melsheim has a population of 569 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 Melsheim expensive to live in?

Melsheim 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 $27,054, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Melsheim safe?

Melsheim is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Melsheim receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Melsheim?

Melsheim has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches, with 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Melsheim?

The unemployment rate in Melsheim is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Melsheim?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $650.

How are the schools in Melsheim?

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

How healthy is Melsheim?

The obesity rate in Melsheim 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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