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Saint-Vulbas, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Vulbas is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 901. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
901 Population 109/sq mi density
686 ft Elevation 209 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
65.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,730 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$26,730 median income, 7.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$771/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,730
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population901
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,730
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain65.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population901
Population Density109 / sq mi
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Coordinates45.8314°, 5.2903°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation65.8 inches (1,670 mm)
Annual Snowfall40.0 inches (102 cm)
Median Household Income$26,730
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Vulbas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Vulbas receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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-Vulbas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Vulbas is $26,730, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% 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 $771 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-Vulbas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches, including 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Vulbas has a population of 901 with a density of 109 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 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

901
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Vulbas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Vulbas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Vulbas is $26,730, 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 7.2% (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-Vulbas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,730
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% 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 $771 (34% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Saint-Vulbas, 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-Vulbas 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-Vulbas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 275 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 65.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 40.0 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 686 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.8 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall40.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates45.8314°N, 5.2903°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 38°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Saint-Vulbas has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 33°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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 Density109/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Vulbas

What is the population of Saint-Vulbas?

Saint-Vulbas has a population of 901 residents and is located in France. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 8.3 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-Vulbas expensive to live in?

Saint-Vulbas 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 $26,730, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Saint-Vulbas?

Saint-Vulbas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.8 inches, with 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Saint-Vulbas?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Vulbas is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Vulbas?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $771.

How are the schools in Saint-Vulbas?

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

How healthy is Saint-Vulbas?

The obesity rate in Saint-Vulbas 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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