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Pont-d'Ain, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Pont-d'Ain is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 2,867. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,867 Population 662/sq mi density
915 ft Elevation 279 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
65.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,635 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$24,635 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$548/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,635
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $548
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

People

Population2,867
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density662/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$24,635
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty13.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$548
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain65.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation915 ft (279 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population2,867
Population Density662 / sq mi
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Coordinates46.0558°, 5.3397°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation65.8 inches (1,670 mm)
Annual Snowfall40.0 inches (102 cm)
Median Household Income$24,635
Median Age42.3 years

Is Pont-d'Ain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pont-d'Ain receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pont-d'Ain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pont-d'Ain is $24,635, 67% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $548 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

Pont-d'Ain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches, including 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Pont-d'Ain has a population of 2,867 with a density of 662 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 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

2,867
Total Population
662
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pont-d'Ain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pont-d'Ain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pont-d'Ain is $24,635, 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 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pont-d'Ain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,635
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $548 (53% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$548
53% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Pont-d'Ain, 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: Pont-d'Ain 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

Pont-d'Ain experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 40.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 915 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.8 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall40.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density662/sq mi
Coordinates46.0558°N, 5.3397°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
August 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
November 42°F (5°C) 4.0 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in

Pont-d'Ain has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 33°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and March the driest (3.0").

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

Population Density662/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pont-d'Ain

What is the population of Pont-d'Ain?

Pont-d'Ain has a population of 2,867 residents and is located in France. The population density is 662 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 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 Pont-d'Ain expensive to live in?

Pont-d'Ain 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 $24,635, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $548 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Pont-d'Ain?

Pont-d'Ain has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.8 inches, with 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Pont-d'Ain?

The job market in Pont-d'Ain faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Pont-d'Ain?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $548.

How are the schools in Pont-d'Ain?

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

How healthy is Pont-d'Ain?

The obesity rate in Pont-d'Ain 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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