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Plaine, France

Grand Est · 🇫🇷 France

Plaine is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 846. Elevation: 1,568 ft (478 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
846 Population
1,568 ft Elevation 478 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
58.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,924 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,924 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$585/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,924
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $585
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population846
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,924
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$585
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population846
Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)
Coordinates48.4177°, 7.1458°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation58.2 inches (1,479 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.3 inches (39 cm)
Median Household Income$26,924
Median Age42.3 years

Is Plaine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plaine receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Plaine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plaine is $26,924, 64% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. 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 $585 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

Plaine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Plaine has a population of 846. 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

846
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Plaine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Plaine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plaine is $26,924, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.6% (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: Plaine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,924
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% 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 $585 (50% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$585
50% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Plaine, 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: Plaine 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

Plaine experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.3 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 1,568 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.2 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall15.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)
Coordinates48.4177°N, 7.1458°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
February 33°F (0°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in
April 44°F (6°C) 2.9 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 4.2 in Wettest

Plaine has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 33°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.9").

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 Plaine

What is the population of Plaine?

Plaine has a population of 846 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 Plaine expensive to live in?

Plaine 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 $26,924, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $585 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Plaine?

Plaine has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches, with 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Plaine?

The job market in Plaine faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Plaine?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $585.

How are the schools in Plaine?

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

How healthy is Plaine?

The obesity rate in Plaine 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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