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Saint-Ursanne, Switzerland

Jura · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Saint-Ursanne is a small town in Jura, Switzerland with a population of 683. Elevation: 1,460 ft (445 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
683 Population 2/sq mi density
1,460 ft Elevation 445 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
46.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population683
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population683
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Coordinates47.3647°, 7.1544°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceJura
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 Age42.7 years

Is Saint-Ursanne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Ursanne receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Saint-Ursanne stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saint-Ursanne 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 Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Saint-Ursanne has a population of 683 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 442.5 square miles. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

683
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
442.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Ursanne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Ursanne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Ursanne is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Saint-Ursanne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Saint-Ursanne, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Saint-Ursanne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Saint-Ursanne 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 Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,460 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 Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Area442.5 sq mi (1,146.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates47.3647°N, 7.1544°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.1 in
February 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in Driest
April 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.6 in

Saint-Ursanne has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 34°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.7").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area442.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Ursanne

What is the population of Saint-Ursanne?

Saint-Ursanne has a population of 683 residents and is located in Switzerland. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 442.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Saint-Ursanne expensive to live in?

Saint-Ursanne is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.8 compared to the national baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Saint-Ursanne?

Saint-Ursanne 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 Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Saint-Ursanne?

Saint-Ursanne has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Saint-Ursanne?

45.0% of adults in Saint-Ursanne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Saint-Ursanne?

The obesity rate in Saint-Ursanne is 12.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 13.9% of residents report depression.

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