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Olby, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Olby is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 576. Elevation: 2,493 ft (760 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
576 Population
2,493 ft Elevation 760 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,700 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$24,700 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$530/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $530
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population576
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$24,700
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$530
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation2,493 ft (760 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population576
Elevation2,493 ft (760 m)
Coordinates45.7455°, 2.8674°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.3 inches (1,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall35.3 inches (90 cm)
Median Household Income$24,700
Median Age42.3 years

Is Olby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olby receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Olby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olby is $24,700, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $530 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

Olby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Olby has a population of 576. 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

576
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Olby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Olby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olby is $24,700, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.7% (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: Olby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,700
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% 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 $530 (54% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$530
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%
Renter-Occupied42.5%

Property Tax

In Olby, 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: Olby 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

Olby experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. The area receives 35.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 2,493 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall35.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,493 ft (760 m)
Coordinates45.7455°N, 2.8674°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (1°C) 2.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in Wettest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in

Olby has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 34°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and March the driest (2.0").

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 Olby

What is the population of Olby?

Olby has a population of 576 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 Olby expensive to live in?

Olby 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 $24,700, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $530 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Olby?

Olby has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches, with 35.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Olby?

Olby has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Olby?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $530.

How are the schools in Olby?

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

How healthy is Olby?

The obesity rate in Olby 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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