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Valmeinier, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Valmeinier is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 535. Elevation: 5,072 ft (1,546 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
535 Population
5,072 ft Elevation 1,546 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
51.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,116 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$24,116 median income, 2.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$637/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,116
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $637
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population535
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$24,116
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$637
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation5,072 ft (1,546 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population535
Elevation5,072 ft (1,546 m)
Coordinates45.1857°, 6.4810°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,309 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.1 inches (61 cm)
Median Household Income$24,116
Median Age42.3 years

Is Valmeinier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valmeinier receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Valmeinier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valmeinier is $24,116, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 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 $637 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

Valmeinier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 24.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Valmeinier has a population of 535. 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

535
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Valmeinier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Valmeinier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valmeinier is $24,116, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below 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: Valmeinier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,116
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below 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 $637 (45% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$637
45% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Valmeinier, 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: Valmeinier 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

Valmeinier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 5,072 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall24.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation5,072 ft (1,546 m)
Coordinates45.1857°N, 6.4810°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 4.5 in
March 32°F (0°C) 4.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 44°F (6°C) 4.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.2 in

Valmeinier has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 27°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (3.0").

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 Valmeinier

What is the population of Valmeinier?

Valmeinier has a population of 535 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 Valmeinier expensive to live in?

Valmeinier 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 $24,116, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $637 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Valmeinier?

Valmeinier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Valmeinier?

The job market in Valmeinier is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Valmeinier?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $637.

How are the schools in Valmeinier?

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

How healthy is Valmeinier?

The obesity rate in Valmeinier 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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