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Villefranche-sur-Saône, France

Rhône-Alpes · 🇫🇷 France

Villefranche-sur-Saône is a mid-size city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 32,994. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
32,994 Population 9,015/sq mi density
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population32,994
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density9,015/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population32,994
Population Density9,015 / sq mi
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates45.9897°, 4.7196°
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 Age42.3 years

Is Villefranche-sur-Saône a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Villefranche-sur-Saône receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Villefranche-sur-Saône offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

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

Villefranche-sur-Saône 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.

Villefranche-sur-Saône has a population of 32,994 with a density of 9,015 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

32,994
Total Population
9,015
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Villefranche-sur-Saône vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Villefranche-sur-Saône vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Villefranche-sur-Saône is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Villefranche-sur-Saône vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% 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

In Villefranche-sur-Saône, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Villefranche-sur-Saône 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

Villefranche-sur-Saône has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

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

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density9,015/sq mi
Coordinates45.9897°N, 4.7196°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9,015/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Gleizé 8,749 pop · 1.1 mi Limas 4,434 pop · 1.2 mi Jassans-Riottier 5,839 pop · 2.1 mi Arnas 3,332 pop · 2.4 mi Pommiers 1,934 pop · 2.7 mi Frans 2,023 pop · 2.8 mi Fareins 1,862 pop · 2.9 mi Liergues 1,496 pop · 3.0 mi Denicé 1,355 pop · 3.6 mi Saint-Didier-de-Formans 1,700 pop · 3.7 mi Anse 5,099 pop · 3.7 mi Sainte-Euphémie 1,221 pop · 4.0 mi Trévoux 6,957 pop · 4.1 mi Cogny 1,004 pop · 4.6 mi
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