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Villechenève, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Villechenève is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 649. Elevation: 2,375 ft (724 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
649 Population
2,375 ft Elevation 724 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,732 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$24,732 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$537/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,732
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $537
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population649
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$24,732
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$537
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population649
Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)
Coordinates45.8128°, 4.4062°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (888 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.2 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$24,732
Median Age42.3 years

Is Villechenève a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Villechenève receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Villechenève offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Villechenève is $24,732, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $537 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

Villechenève experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Villechenève has a population of 649. 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

649
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Villechenève vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Villechenève vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Villechenève is $24,732, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (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: Villechenève vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,732
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% 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 $537 (54% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$537
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Villechenève, 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: Villechenève 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

Villechenève experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. 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 2,375 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)
Coordinates45.8128°N, 4.4062°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in Coldest

Villechenève has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 37°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.0").

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 Villechenève

What is the population of Villechenève?

Villechenève has a population of 649 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 Villechenève expensive to live in?

Villechenève 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 $24,732, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $537 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Villechenève?

Villechenève has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Villechenève?

Villechenève has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Villechenève?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $537.

How are the schools in Villechenève?

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

How healthy is Villechenève?

The obesity rate in Villechenève 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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