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Orcières, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · 🇫🇷 France

Orcières is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 866. Elevation: 4,760 ft (1,451 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
866 Population
4,760 ft Elevation 1,451 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,842 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$22,842 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$646/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,842
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $646
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population866
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$22,842
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$646
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation4,760 ft (1,451 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population866
Elevation4,760 ft (1,451 m)
Coordinates44.6851°, 6.3246°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,313 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.6 inches (73 cm)
Median Household Income$22,842
Median Age42.3 years

Is Orcières a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orcières receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Orcières offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orcières is $22,842, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, 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 $646 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

Orcières has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Orcières has a population of 866. 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

866
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Orcières vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orcières vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orcières is $22,842, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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: Orcières vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,842
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% 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 $646 (44% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$646
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Orcières, 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: Orcières 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

Orcières has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 28.6 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 4,760 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation4,760 ft (1,451 m)
Coordinates44.6851°N, 6.3246°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 4.2 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.2 in
April 32°F (0°C) 4.4 in
May 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in Warmest
September 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 5.8 in Wettest
December 27°F (-3°C) 5.2 in

Orcières has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 24°F in January to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.5").

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 Orcières

What is the population of Orcières?

Orcières has a population of 866 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 Orcières expensive to live in?

Orcières 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 $22,842, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $646 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Orcières?

Orcières has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches, with 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Orcières?

Orcières has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Orcières?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $646.

How are the schools in Orcières?

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

How healthy is Orcières?

The obesity rate in Orcières 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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