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Ruca, France

Brittany · 🇫🇷 France

Ruca is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 528. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
528 Population 113/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,024 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$25,024 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$505/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,024
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $505
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population528
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,024
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$505
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population528
Population Density113 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates48.5673°, -2.3394°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (883 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$25,024
Median Age42.3 years

Is Ruca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ruca receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ruca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ruca is $25,024, 67% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, 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 $505 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

Ruca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Ruca has a population of 528 with a density of 113 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 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

528
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ruca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ruca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ruca is $25,024, 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 9.4% (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: Ruca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,024
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% 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 $505 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$505
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Ruca, 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: Ruca 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

Ruca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. 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 161 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates48.5673°N, 2.3394°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
February 44°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
November 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in

Ruca has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 44°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.7").

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 Density113/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ruca

What is the population of Ruca?

Ruca has a population of 528 residents and is located in France. The population density is 113 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 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 Ruca expensive to live in?

Ruca 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 $25,024, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $505 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Ruca?

Ruca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Ruca?

The job market in Ruca faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Ruca?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $505.

How are the schools in Ruca?

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

How healthy is Ruca?

The obesity rate in Ruca 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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