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Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé, France

Bourgogne · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 532. Elevation: 938 ft (286 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
532 Population 126/sq mi density
938 ft Elevation 286 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,460 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,460 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$577/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,460
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $577
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population532
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,460
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$577
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation938 ft (286 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population532
Population Density126 / sq mi
Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Coordinates46.4639°, 4.7751°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation49.0 inches (1,246 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$26,460
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé is $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% 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 $577 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

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé has a population of 532 with a density of 126 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 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

532
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé is $26,460, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.9% (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: Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,460
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% 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 $577 (50% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$577
50% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé, 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: Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé 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-Gengoux-de-Scissé enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 938 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates46.4639°N, 4.7751°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in Coldest

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 38°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (2.1").

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 Density126/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé

What is the population of Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé?

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé has a population of 532 residents and is located in France. The population density is 126 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 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 Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé expensive to live in?

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé 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 $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $577 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé?

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 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 Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $577.

How are the schools in Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé?

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

How healthy is Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé?

The obesity rate in Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé 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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