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Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 865. Elevation: 2,913 ft (888 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
865 Population 28/sq mi density
2,913 ft Elevation 888 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
76.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$28,760 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$28,760 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$587/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,760
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $587
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population865
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,760
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$587
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain76.7 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population865
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Coordinates45.3428°, 5.8152°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation76.7 inches (1,948 mm)
Annual Snowfall42.3 inches (107 cm)
Median Household Income$28,760
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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-Pierre-de-Chartreuse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse is $28,760, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% 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 $587 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-Pierre-de-Chartreuse enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 76.7 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse has a population of 865 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 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

865
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
30.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse is $28,760, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.4% (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-Pierre-de-Chartreuse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,760
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% 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 $587 (50% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$587
50% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse, 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-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 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-Pierre-de-Chartreuse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 283 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 76.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 2,913 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.7 inches
102% above US avg
Snowfall42.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Area30.9 sq mi (80.1 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates45.3428°N, 5.8152°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.6 in
February 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 4.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in Coldest

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 35°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (3.0").

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 Density28/sq mi
Total Area30.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse

What is the population of Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse?

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse has a population of 865 residents and is located in France. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 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-Pierre-de-Chartreuse expensive to live in?

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 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 $28,760, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $587 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse?

Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 76.7 inches, with 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $587.

How are the schools in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse?

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

How healthy is Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse?

The obesity rate in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 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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