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Nanterre, France

Île-de-France · 🇫🇷 France

Nanterre is a mid-size city in Île-de-France, France with a population of 86,719. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
86,719 Population 18,412/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,350 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$23,350 median income, 13.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,285/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,350
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,285
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.5%
275% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

People

Population86,719
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density18,412/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$23,350
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment13.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,285
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population86,719
Population Density18,412 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates48.8920°, 2.2068°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceÎle-de-France
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$23,350
Median Age42.3 years

Is Nanterre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nanterre receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nanterre has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nanterre is $23,350, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,285 per month.

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

Nanterre experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Nanterre has a population of 86,719 with a density of 18,412 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. 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

86,719
Total Population
18,412
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nanterre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nanterre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nanterre is $23,350, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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: Nanterre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,350
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.5%
275% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,285 (10% above the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,285
10% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Nanterre, 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: Nanterre 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

Nanterre experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 1.6 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 164 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density18,412/sq mi
Coordinates48.8920°N, 2.2068°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
March 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in
August 67°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
December 42°F (5°C) 2.3 in

Nanterre has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 41°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and August 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

Population Density18,412/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nanterre

What is the population of Nanterre?

Nanterre has a population of 86,719 residents and is located in France. The population density is 18,412 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. 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 Nanterre expensive to live in?

Nanterre 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 $23,350, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,285 per month.

What is the weather like in Nanterre?

Nanterre has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Nanterre?

The job market in Nanterre faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Nanterre?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,285.

How are the schools in Nanterre?

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

How healthy is Nanterre?

The obesity rate in Nanterre 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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