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Rivesaltes, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Rivesaltes is a small city in Occitanie, France with a population of 8,836. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,836 Population 796/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,762 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$21,762 median income, 17.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$637/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,762
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $637
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.0%
372% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.0%
69% higher than US avg

People

Population8,836
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density796/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$21,762
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment17.0%
Poverty21.0%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$637
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population8,836
Population Density796 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates42.7693°, 2.8738°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (540 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,762
Median Age42.3 years

Is Rivesaltes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rivesaltes receives an overall livability score of 2.7 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. Rivesaltes has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rivesaltes is $21,762, 71% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.0% 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 $637 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

Rivesaltes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Rivesaltes has a population of 8,836 with a density of 796 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 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

8,836
Total Population
796
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rivesaltes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rivesaltes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rivesaltes is $21,762, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 17.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.0% 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: Rivesaltes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,762
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.0%
372% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $637 (45% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$637
45% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Rivesaltes, 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: Rivesaltes 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

Rivesaltes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 95 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.3 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density796/sq mi
Coordinates42.7693°N, 2.8738°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
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 Density796/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Peyrestortes 1,561 pop · 1.6 mi Pia 5,640 pop · 2.9 mi Baixas 2,419 pop · 3.5 mi Bompas 7,619 pop · 4.0 mi Saint-Estève 10,403 pop · 4.2 mi Claira 2,866 pop · 4.2 mi Saint-Hippolyte 2,024 pop · 4.8 mi Salses-le-Château 2,740 pop · 4.9 mi Perpignan 110,706 pop · 5.1 mi Baho 2,727 pop · 5.4 mi Saint-Laurent-de-la-Salanque 8,293 pop · 5.9 mi Torreilles 2,260 pop · 6.2 mi Villelongue-de-la-Salanque 2,690 pop · 6.2 mi Villeneuve-la-Rivière 1,154 pop · 6.4 mi
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