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Vals Platz, Switzerland

Grisons · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Vals Platz is a small town in Grisons, Switzerland with a population of 1,006. Elevation: 4,108 ft (1,252 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,006 Population
4,108 ft Elevation 1,252 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 1°C
63.4 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

Population1,006
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 Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population1,006
Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)
Coordinates46.6165°, 9.1803°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceGrisons
Average Temperature33°F (1°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation63.4 inches (1,610 mm)
Annual Snowfall26.3 inches (67 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Vals Platz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vals Platz receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Vals Platz 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

Vals Platz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Vals Platz has a population of 1,006. 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

1,006
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Vals Platz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vals Platz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vals Platz 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: Vals Platz 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 Vals Platz, 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: Vals Platz 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

Vals Platz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 4,108 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average33.1°F
39% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.4 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall26.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)
Coordinates46.6165°N, 9.1803°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 4.1 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 3.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 4.3 in
April 28°F (-2°C) 5.4 in
May 37°F (3°C) 5.8 in
June 43°F (6°C) 6.4 in
July 48°F (9°C) 6.6 in Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 6.5 in Warmest
September 43°F (6°C) 6.2 in
October 36°F (2°C) 5.7 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 5.0 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 4.2 in

Vals Platz has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 21°F in February to 48°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.6") and February the driest (3.3").

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 Vals Platz

What is the population of Vals Platz?

Vals Platz has a population of 1,006 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 Vals Platz expensive to live in?

Vals Platz 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 Vals Platz?

Vals Platz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches, with 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Vals Platz?

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

How are the schools in Vals Platz?

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

How healthy is Vals Platz?

The obesity rate in Vals Platz 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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