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Saignes, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Saignes is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 903. Elevation: 1,617 ft (493 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
903 Population
1,617 ft Elevation 493 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,036 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$23,036 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$391/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,036
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $391
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population903
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,036
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$391
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population903
Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Coordinates45.3347°, 2.4792°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (784 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,036
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saignes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saignes receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Saignes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saignes is $23,036, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 $391 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

Saignes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saignes has a population of 903. 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

903
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saignes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saignes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saignes is $23,036, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.4% (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: Saignes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,036
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% 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 $391 (66% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$391
66% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%
Renter-Occupied42.5%

Property Tax

In Saignes, 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: Saignes 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

Saignes experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.9 inches. 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 1,617 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.9 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Coordinates45.3347°N, 2.4792°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in

Saignes has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 37°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (1.9").

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 Saignes

What is the population of Saignes?

Saignes has a population of 903 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 Saignes expensive to live in?

Saignes 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 $23,036, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $391 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Saignes?

Saignes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Saignes?

The unemployment rate in Saignes is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Saignes?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $391.

How are the schools in Saignes?

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

How healthy is Saignes?

The obesity rate in Saignes 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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