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Vihiers, France

Pays de la Loire · 🇫🇷 France

Vihiers is a small town in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 4,118. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,118 Population
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
29.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,885 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,885 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$484/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,885
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $484
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

People

Population4,118
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,885
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty11.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$484
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population4,118
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates47.1458°, -0.5346°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvincePays de la Loire
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation29.4 inches (747 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$22,885
Median Age42.3 years

Is Vihiers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vihiers receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Vihiers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vihiers is $22,885, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $484 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

Vihiers enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Vihiers has a population of 4,118. 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

4,118
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Vihiers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vihiers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vihiers is $22,885, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Vihiers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,885
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $484 (58% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$484
58% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Vihiers, 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: Vihiers 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

Vihiers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 261 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 29.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 322 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates47.1458°N, 0.5346°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 62°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in Wettest
December 42°F (5°C) 3.3 in

Vihiers has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 41°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (1.7").

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 Vihiers

What is the population of Vihiers?

Vihiers has a population of 4,118 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 Vihiers expensive to live in?

Vihiers 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 $22,885, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $484 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Vihiers?

Vihiers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Vihiers?

The unemployment rate in Vihiers is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Vihiers?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $484.

How are the schools in Vihiers?

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

How healthy is Vihiers?

The obesity rate in Vihiers 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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