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Thoard, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · 🇫🇷 France

Thoard is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 716. Elevation: 2,589 ft (789 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
716 Population 42/sq mi density
2,589 ft Elevation 789 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
31.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,799 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,799 median income, 12.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$612/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,799
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $612
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.1%
236% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population716
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,799
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment12.1%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$612
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population716
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Coordinates44.1496°, 6.1481°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (807 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,799
Median Age42.3 years

Is Thoard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thoard 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. Thoard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thoard is $22,799, 70% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.1%, 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 $612 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

Thoard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Thoard has a population of 716 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 16.9 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

716
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
16.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Thoard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Thoard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thoard is $22,799, 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 12.1% (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: Thoard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,799
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.1%
236% 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 $612 (47% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$612
47% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Thoard, 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: Thoard 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

Thoard experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 278 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 31.8 inches. 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 2,589 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Area16.9 sq mi (43.7 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates44.1496°N, 6.1481°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Thoard has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 38°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.5").

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 Density42/sq mi
Total Area16.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Thoard

What is the population of Thoard?

Thoard has a population of 716 residents and is located in France. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 16.9 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 Thoard expensive to live in?

Thoard 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 $22,799, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $612 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Thoard?

Thoard has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Thoard?

The job market in Thoard faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Thoard?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $612.

How are the schools in Thoard?

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

How healthy is Thoard?

The obesity rate in Thoard 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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