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Mercin-et-Vaux, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Mercin-et-Vaux is a small town in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 946. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
946 Population 809/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,184 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$27,184 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$123,600 home value, $618/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population946
Density809/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,184
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$123,600
Rent$618
Housing Units378
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Population946
Population Density809 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates49.3770°, 3.2777°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (992 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.5 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$27,184

About Mercin-et-Vaux

Mercin-et-Vaux is a small town in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 946. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Mercin-et-Vaux is $27,184, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Mercin-et-Vaux vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$27,184
64% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mercin-et-Vaux is $123,600, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $618 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 378 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$618
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units378

Property Tax

Mercin-et-Vaux experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. The area receives 1.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below France avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density809/sq mi
Coordinates49.3770°N, 3.2777°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above France avg
Snowfall 1.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.40"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.2 on Jul 14, 2008.

Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 131 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 113 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 109 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 115 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 61 km
Jul 14, 2008 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium M3.2 122 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 102 km
Jul 20, 1994 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium M3.1 122 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 126 km
Jul 23, 1992 3 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium M3.0 113 km
Oct 16, 1992 9 km SW of Saint-Dizier, France M2.9 145 km
Nov 29, 1992 1 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium M2.8 111 km
Aug 29, 1992 2 km W of Rance, Belgium M2.8 110 km
Nov 8, 1994 2 km WSW of Landelies, Belgium M2.8 134 km
Apr 30, 2002 0 km SSE of Waudrez, Belgium M2.7 131 km
Jan 31, 2003 2 km SSE of Loverval, Belgium M2.6 139 km
Jan 28, 1991 6 km S of Bièvre, Belgium M2.6 137 km
Jun 22, 1999 5 km NNE of Oisemont, France M2.5 127 km
Jan 31, 2003 1 km N of Tarcienne, Belgium M2.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 38°F (3°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in

Mercin-et-Vaux has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 38°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Mercin-et-Vaux

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Mercin-et-Vaux

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
radio puisaleine oldies, pop MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Mercin-et-Vaux

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arsenal de l'Abbaye Saint-Jean-des-Vignes
Cité internationale de la langue française
Maison natale de Paul Claudel
Musée Alexandre Dumas
Musée de Soissons
Musée franco-américain du château de Blérancourt
Musée Jean Racine
Musée municipal
Musée régional du machinisme agricole

Libraries in Mercin-et-Vaux

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Onézime-Hénin0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire0.0
Médiathèque - Espace Voltaire0.0
Médiathèque georges Brassens0.0

Farmers Markets in Mercin-et-Vaux

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché aux poissons
Marché Couvert

Cafes in Mercin-et-Vaux

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Maison Blanche

Gas Stations in Mercin-et-Vaux

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Relais Maupas

Breweries in Mercin-et-Vaux

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
L'écol aux Mousses

Stadiums & Teams in Mercin-et-Vaux

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mercin-et-Vaux

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charles de Gaulle International AirportCDGLarge Airport
Péronne Saint-Quentin AirfieldMedium Airport
Albert Bray airportBYFSmall Airport
Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonavis AirfieldSmall Airport
Brochot AerodromeSmall Airport
Château-Thierry-Belleau AirfieldSmall Airport
Chelles-le-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
Chevry-Cossigny Paramotor FieldSmall Airport
Compiègne Margny AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbeny Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Coulommiers-Voisins AerodromeSmall Airport
Fontenay-Trésigny AerodromeSmall Airport
Frétoy-le-Château AirfieldSmall Airport
La Boisselle AirfieldSmall Airport
La Ferté-Gaucher AirfieldSmall Airport
La Flamengrie ULMSmall Airport
La Trétoire Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Laon-Chambry AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Plessis-Belleville AirfieldSmall Airport
Lognes Emerainville AirfieldSmall Airport
Meaux-Esbly AirfieldSmall Airport
Montdidier AirfieldSmall Airport
Mosloy AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuflieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Ployart Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Reims Concept Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Quentin Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Quentin-Roupy AirfieldSmall Airport
Sézanne-Saint-Remy AirfieldSmall Airport
Soissons-Courmelles AirfieldSmall Airport
Taillefontaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Val de l'Ailette AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mercin-et-Vaux

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mercin-et-Vaux

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Léger

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mercin-et-Vaux

What is the population of Mercin-et-Vaux?

Mercin-et-Vaux has a population of 946 residents and is located in France. The population density is 809 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.

Is Mercin-et-Vaux expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,184, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,600 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mercin-et-Vaux?

Mercin-et-Vaux has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mercin-et-Vaux?

The job market in Mercin-et-Vaux faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mercin-et-Vaux?

The median home value in Mercin-et-Vaux is $123,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $618.

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