Saint-Chamas, France

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

6,901 Population 538/sq mi density

23 ft Elevation 7 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 15°C

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Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.2 / 5.0

$26,579 median income, 9.6% unemployment

Affordability

3.3 / 5.0

$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

Saint-Chamas, France

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,579

65% below

Home Value

$157,800

44% below

Median Rent

$789/mo

32% below

27.0% of income on rent

Unemployment

9.6%

167% above

10.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

58°F

288 sunny days/yr

Is Saint-Chamas a Good Place to Live?

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2.8 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Saint-Chamas residents earn a median household income of $26,579 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 9.6% (167% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 414 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Saint-Chamas is $157,800 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $789/month, with 27.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Chamas has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population6,901

Density538/mi²

Foreign Born5.1%

Economy

Median Income$26,579

Per Capita

Unemployment9.6%

Poverty10.0%

Housing

Home Value$157,800

Rent$789

Ownership

Housing Units2,760

Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F

Sunny Days288/yr

Rain26.3 in/yr

Elevation23 ft