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Saint-Germain-des-Fossés, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Germain-des-Fossés is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 3,750. Elevation: 823 ft (251 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,750 Population 1,172/sq mi density
823 ft Elevation 251 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
38.6 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

Population3,750
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density1,172/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation823 ft (251 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population3,750
Population Density1,172 / sq mi
Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Coordinates46.2068°, 3.4337°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (980 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.6 inches (24 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Germain-des-Fossés a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Germain-des-Fossés 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-Germain-des-Fossés 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-Germain-des-Fossés experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Germain-des-Fossés has a population of 3,750 with a density of 1,172 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,750
Total Population
1,172
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Germain-des-Fossés vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Germain-des-Fossés vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Germain-des-Fossés 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-Germain-des-Fossés 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-Germain-des-Fossés, 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-Germain-des-Fossés 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-Germain-des-Fossés has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density1,172/sq mi
Coordinates46.2068°N, 3.4337°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 Density1,172/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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