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Viens, France

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

Viens is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 526. Elevation: 2,008 ft (612 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
526 Population
2,008 ft Elevation 612 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,982 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,982 median income, 15.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$697/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,982
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $697
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population526
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,982
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$697
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,008 ft (612 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population526
Elevation2,008 ft (612 m)
Coordinates43.8948°, 5.5650°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (814 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,982
Median Age42.3 years

Is Viens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viens receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Viens has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Viens is $22,982, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, 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 $697 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

Viens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Viens has a population of 526. 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

526
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Viens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Viens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viens is $22,982, 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 15.0% (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: Viens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,982
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% 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 $697 (40% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$697
40% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Viens, 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: Viens 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

Viens experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°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 32.1 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 2,008 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,008 ft (612 m)
Coordinates43.8948°N, 5.5650°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.8 in

Viens has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 39°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.2").

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 Viens

What is the population of Viens?

Viens has a population of 526 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 Viens expensive to live in?

Viens 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 $22,982, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $697 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Viens?

Viens has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Viens?

The job market in Viens faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Viens?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $697.

How are the schools in Viens?

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

How healthy is Viens?

The obesity rate in Viens 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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