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Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 5,882. Elevation: 2,756 ft (840 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
5,882 Population 239/sq mi density
2,756 ft Elevation 840 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
88.1 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

Population5,882
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density239/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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain88.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population5,882
Population Density239 / sq mi
Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)
Coordinates45.8913°, 6.7168°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation88.1 inches (2,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall140.6 inches (357 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Gervais-les-Bains a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains 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-Gervais-les-Bains 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-Gervais-les-Bains has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 88.1 inches, including 140.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains has a population of 5,882 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,882
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
24.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains 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-Gervais-les-Bains 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-Gervais-les-Bains, 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-Gervais-les-Bains 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-Gervais-les-Bains has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 88.1 inches. The area enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.1 inches
132% above US avg
Snowfall140.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,756 ft (840 m)
Area24.6 sq mi (63.6 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates45.8913°N, 6.7168°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 Density239/sq mi
Total Area24.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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