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Vars, France

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

Vars is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 677. Elevation: 5,577 ft (1,700 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
677 Population
5,577 ft Elevation 1,700 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,080 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$23,080 median income, 2.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$708/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,080
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population677
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$23,080
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation5,577 ft (1,700 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population677
Elevation5,577 ft (1,700 m)
Coordinates44.5977°, 6.6917°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,175 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.9 inches (66 cm)
Median Household Income$23,080
Median Age42.3 years

Is Vars a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vars receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Vars offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vars is $23,080, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 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 $708 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

Vars has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Vars has a population of 677. 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

677
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Vars vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vars vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vars is $23,080, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.0% (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: Vars vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,080
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% 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 $708 (39% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Vars, 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: Vars 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

Vars has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.9 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 5,577 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average36.1°F
33% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation5,577 ft (1,700 m)
Coordinates44.5977°N, 6.6917°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 3.8 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.9 in
April 30°F (-1°C) 4.1 in
May 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in
June 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
July 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 4.8 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 5.0 in Wettest
December 25°F (-4°C) 4.6 in

Vars has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 23°F in January to 53°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.1").

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 Vars

What is the population of Vars?

Vars has a population of 677 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 Vars expensive to live in?

Vars 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 $23,080, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Vars?

Vars has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches, with 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Vars?

The job market in Vars is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Vars?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $708.

How are the schools in Vars?

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

How healthy is Vars?

The obesity rate in Vars 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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