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Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet, France

Bourgogne · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet is a small town in Bourgogne, France with a population of 585. Elevation: 1,302 ft (397 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
585 Population 450/sq mi density
1,302 ft Elevation 397 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
46.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,032 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$27,032 median income, 7.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$626/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,032
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $626
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population585
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density450/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,032
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$626
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population585
Population Density450 / sq mi
Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Coordinates47.6975°, 6.9585°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBourgogne
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation46.6 inches (1,182 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.4 inches (34 cm)
Median Household Income$27,032
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet is $27,032, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% 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 $626 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-Germain-le-Châtelet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet has a population of 585 with a density of 450 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 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

585
Total Population
450
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet is $27,032, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.6% (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-Germain-le-Châtelet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,032
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% 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 $626 (46% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$626
46% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet, 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-Germain-le-Châtelet 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-le-Châtelet experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.4 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 1,302 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density450/sq mi
Coordinates47.6975°N, 6.9585°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.8 in
February 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.2 in
December 35°F (1°C) 4.5 in Wettest

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 34°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and March the driest (3.1").

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 Density450/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet

What is the population of Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet?

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet has a population of 585 residents and is located in France. The population density is 450 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 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-Germain-le-Châtelet expensive to live in?

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet 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 $27,032, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $626 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet?

Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $626.

How are the schools in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet?

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

How healthy is Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet?

The obesity rate in Saint-Germain-le-Châtelet 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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