Metz, France

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

123,914 Population 7,654/sq mi density

597 ft Elevation 182 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

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

Economy

1.3 / 5.0

$22,615 median income, 15.1% unemployment

Affordability

3.1 / 5.0

$144,400 home value, $722/mo rent

Metz, France

At a Glance

Median Income

$22,615

70% below

Home Value

$144,400

49% below

Median Rent

$722/mo

38% below

29.8% of income on rent

Unemployment

15.1%

319% above

24.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

52°F

236 sunny days/yr

Is Metz a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Metz residents earn a median household income of $22,615 , which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 15.1% (319% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 604 business establishments, including 286 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Metz is $144,400 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $722/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Metz has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population123,914

Density7,654/mi²

Foreign Born18.1%

Economy

Median Income$22,615

Per Capita

Unemployment15.1%

Poverty24.0%

Housing

Home Value$144,400

Rent$722

Ownership

Housing Units49,566

Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days236/yr

Rain38.2 in/yr

Elevation597 ft

Did You Know?

18.1% of residents are foreign-born.

There are 286 restaurants in the area.