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Merris, France

Hauts-de-France · 🇫🇷 France

Merris is a small town in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 988. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
988 Population
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,238 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,238 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$602/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,238
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $602
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population988
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,238
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$602
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population988
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates50.7158°, 2.6620°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (927 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.0 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$27,238
Median Age42.3 years

Is Merris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merris receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Merris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Merris is $27,238, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% 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 $602 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

Merris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Merris has a population of 988. 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

988
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Merris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Merris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merris is $27,238, 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 7.2% (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: Merris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,238
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% 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 $602 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$602
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Merris, 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: Merris 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

Merris experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. The area receives 4.0 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 98 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates50.7158°N, 2.6620°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 47°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in Wettest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.6 in

Merris has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 39°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February 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

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Merris

What is the population of Merris?

Merris has a population of 988 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 Merris expensive to live in?

Merris 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 $27,238, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $602 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Merris?

Merris has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Merris?

The unemployment rate in Merris is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Merris?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $602.

How are the schools in Merris?

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

How healthy is Merris?

The obesity rate in Merris 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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