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Sainte-Valière, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Sainte-Valière is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 532. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
532 Population
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,205 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$22,205 median income, 14.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$601/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,205
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $601
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.4%
300% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population532
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,205
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment14.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$601
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population532
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates43.2735°, 2.8423°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.4 inches (695 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$22,205
Median Age42.3 years

Is Sainte-Valière a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sainte-Valière receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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-Valière offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sainte-Valière is $22,205, 70% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.4%, unemployment is notably high. 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 $601 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-Valière enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Sainte-Valière has a population of 532. 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

532
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sainte-Valière vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sainte-Valière vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sainte-Valière is $22,205, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 14.4% (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: Sainte-Valière vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,205
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.4%
300% 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 $601 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$601
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Sainte-Valière, 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-Valière 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-Valière enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 282 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 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 292 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates43.2735°N, 2.8423°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
March 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
June 69°F (20°C) 1.4 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
September 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in

Sainte-Valière has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 45°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.7").

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-Valière

What is the population of Sainte-Valière?

Sainte-Valière has a population of 532 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-Valière expensive to live in?

Sainte-Valière 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 $22,205, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $601 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Sainte-Valière?

Sainte-Valière enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Sainte-Valière?

The job market in Sainte-Valière faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Valière?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $601.

How are the schools in Sainte-Valière?

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

How healthy is Sainte-Valière?

The obesity rate in Sainte-Valière 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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