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Saint-Paulien, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Paulien is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 2,162. Elevation: 2,684 ft (818 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,162 Population
2,684 ft Elevation 818 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,062 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,062 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$484/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,062
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $484
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

People

Population2,162
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,062
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$484
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation2,684 ft (818 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population2,162
Elevation2,684 ft (818 m)
Coordinates45.1363°, 3.8129°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (687 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.5 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$24,062
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Paulien a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Paulien receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Saint-Paulien offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Paulien is $24,062, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $484 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-Paulien experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Paulien has a population of 2,162. 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

2,162
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Paulien vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Paulien vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Paulien is $24,062, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% 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-Paulien vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,062
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $484 (58% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$484
58% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Saint-Paulien, 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-Paulien 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-Paulien experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.5 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 2,684 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.1 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,684 ft (818 m)
Coordinates45.1363°N, 3.8129°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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