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Moustier-sur-Sambre, Belgium

Wallonia · 🇧🇪 Belgium

Moustier-sur-Sambre is a small town in Wallonia, Belgium with a population of 2,721. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,721 Population
305 ft Elevation 93 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Brussels Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.0%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population2,721
Median Age41.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$55,291
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity20.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking22.3%
Depression14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI18 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband94.6%
Population2,721
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates50.4667°, 4.6961°
TimezoneEurope/Brussels
Country🇧🇪 Belgium
State / ProvinceWallonia
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,040 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (16 cm)
Median Age41.6 years

Is Moustier-sur-Sambre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moustier-sur-Sambre receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Moustier-sur-Sambre offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.9% 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%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Moustier-sur-Sambre experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18.

Moustier-sur-Sambre has a population of 2,721. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. 20.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,721
Total Population
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Moustier-sur-Sambre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Moustier-sur-Sambre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moustier-sur-Sambre is N/A. Per capita income is $55,291 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.9% (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 77, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Moustier-sur-Sambre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$55,291

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living77.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Moustier-sur-Sambre, 20.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.0% have high blood pressure. 22.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Moustier-sur-Sambre vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.0%
38% below US avg
Diabetes4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Moustier-sur-Sambre experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. The area receives 6.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 18 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median18.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates50.4667°N, 4.6961°W
TimezoneEurope/Brussels

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in
February 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in
December 38°F (4°C) 2.9 in

Moustier-sur-Sambre has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 37°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (2.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 94.6% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Moustier-sur-Sambre

What is the population of Moustier-sur-Sambre?

Moustier-sur-Sambre has a population of 2,721 residents and is located in Belgium.. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Moustier-sur-Sambre expensive to live in?

Moustier-sur-Sambre is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 77 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Moustier-sur-Sambre?

Moustier-sur-Sambre has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 18.

How is the job market in Moustier-sur-Sambre?

The unemployment rate in Moustier-sur-Sambre is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Moustier-sur-Sambre?

35.0% of adults in Moustier-sur-Sambre hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Moustier-sur-Sambre?

The obesity rate in Moustier-sur-Sambre is 20.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 22.3% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 14.3% of residents report depression.

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