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Saint-Fons, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Fons is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 16,053. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
16,053 Population 6,860/sq mi density
574 ft Elevation 175 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population16,053
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density6,860/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population16,053
Population Density6,860 / sq mi
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Coordinates45.7088°, 4.8533°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Fons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Fons 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. Saint-Fons offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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%.

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

Saint-Fons enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Fons has a population of 16,053 with a density of 6,860 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,053
Total Population
6,860
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Fons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Fons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Fons is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Saint-Fons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% 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

In Saint-Fons, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Saint-Fons 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

Saint-Fons has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density6,860/sq mi
Coordinates45.7088°N, 4.8533°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density6,860/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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