Mer, France

Full City Profile

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

5,830 Population 504/sq mi density

312 ft Elevation 95 meters

56°F Avg Temperature 13°C

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Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.7 / 5.0

$23,609 median income, 13.6% unemployment

Affordability

4.2 / 5.0

$105,000 home value, $525/mo rent

Mer, France

At a Glance

Median Income

$23,609

69% below

Home Value

$105,000

63% below

Median Rent

$525/mo

55% below

28.2% of income on rent

Unemployment

13.6%

278% above

16.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

56°F

249 sunny days/yr

Is Mer a Good Place to Live?

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2.9 / 5.0 - Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Mer residents earn a median household income of $23,609 , which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 13.6% (278% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 350 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Mer is $105,000 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $525/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Mer has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population5,830

Density504/mi²

Foreign Born8.9%

Economy

Median Income$23,609

Per Capita

Unemployment13.6%

Poverty16.0%

Housing

Home Value$105,000

Rent$525

Ownership

Housing Units2,332

Rent Burden28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F

Sunny Days249/yr

Rain31.8 in/yr

Elevation312 ft