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Sainte-Catherine, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Sainte-Catherine is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 916. Elevation: 2,297 ft (700 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
916 Population
2,297 ft Elevation 700 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,410 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$27,410 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$584/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,410
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $584
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population916
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,410
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$584
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population916
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Coordinates45.5991°, 4.5699°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (946 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$27,410
Median Age42.3 years

Is Sainte-Catherine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Catherine 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, below-average incomes. Sainte-Catherine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Catherine is $27,410, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% 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 $584 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

Sainte-Catherine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Sainte-Catherine has a population of 916. 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

916
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Catherine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Catherine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Catherine is $27,410, 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 7.6% (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: Sainte-Catherine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,410
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% 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 $584 (50% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$584
50% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Sainte-Catherine, 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: Sainte-Catherine 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

Sainte-Catherine experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. The area receives 10.5 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 2,297 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Coordinates45.5991°N, 4.5699°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
September 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in

Sainte-Catherine has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Sainte-Catherine

What is the population of Sainte-Catherine?

Sainte-Catherine has a population of 916 residents and is located in France.. 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 Sainte-Catherine expensive to live in?

Sainte-Catherine 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 $27,410, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $584 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Sainte-Catherine?

Sainte-Catherine has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Sainte-Catherine?

The unemployment rate in Sainte-Catherine is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Catherine?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $584.

How are the schools in Sainte-Catherine?

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

How healthy is Sainte-Catherine?

The obesity rate in Sainte-Catherine 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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