Valenciennes, France

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

44,821 Population 8,393/sq mi density

95 ft Elevation 29 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.3 / 5.0

$21,870 median income, 20.1% unemployment

Affordability

3.3 / 5.0

$130,800 home value, $654/mo rent

Valenciennes, France

At a Glance

Median Income

$21,870

71% below

Home Value

$130,800

54% below

Median Rent

$654/mo

44% below

30.0% of income on rent

Unemployment

20.1%

458% above

25.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

54°F

213 sunny days/yr

Is Valenciennes a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Valenciennes residents earn a median household income of $21,870 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 20.1% (458% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,689 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Valenciennes is $130,800 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $654/month, with 30.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Valenciennes has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population44,821

Density8,393/mi²

Foreign Born9.9%

Economy

Median Income$21,870

Per Capita

Unemployment20.1%

Poverty25.0%

Housing

Home Value$130,800

Rent$654

Ownership

Housing Units17,928

Rent Burden30.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days213/yr

Rain40.0 in/yr

Elevation95 ft