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Sorens, Switzerland

Fribourg · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Sorens is a small town in Fribourg, Switzerland with a population of 837. Elevation: 2,795 ft (852 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
837 Population
2,795 ft Elevation 852 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
80.8 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

Population837
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain80.8 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,795 ft (852 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population837
Elevation2,795 ft (852 m)
Coordinates46.6691°, 7.0525°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceFribourg
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation80.8 inches (2,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall176.4 inches (448 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Sorens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sorens 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. Sorens 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

Sorens has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 80.8 inches, including 176.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Sorens has a population of 837. 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

837
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sorens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sorens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sorens 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: Sorens 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 Sorens, 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: Sorens 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

Sorens has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 269 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 80.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 176.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 2,795 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall80.8 inches
113% above US avg
Snowfall176.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation2,795 ft (852 m)
Coordinates46.6691°N, 7.0525°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 3.0 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in Driest
April 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.7 in Wettest
July 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
August 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.6 in
December 33°F (1°C) 3.5 in

Sorens has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 22°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and March the driest (2.9").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sorens

What is the population of Sorens?

Sorens has a population of 837 residents and is located in Switzerland.. 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 Sorens expensive to live in?

Sorens 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 Sorens?

Sorens has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 80.8 inches, with 176.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Sorens?

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

How are the schools in Sorens?

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

How healthy is Sorens?

The obesity rate in Sorens 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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