2026 comparison
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre vs Villejuif: 2026 comparison
Villejuif has more inhabitants than Le Kremlin-Bicêtre: 60,473 versus 24,206, or 2.5 times as many. Villejuif covers a larger area (5.3 km² versus 1.5 km²), but Le Kremlin-Bicêtre is more densely populated: 15,718 inhabitants per km² versus 11,325.
The median apartment price is higher in Le Kremlin-Bicêtre: €5,850 per m² versus €5,212. The median standard of living is higher in Le Kremlin-Bicêtre (€26,250 a year versus €24,470).
The two cities are 1.7 km apart as the crow flies, in the same department and the same urban unit (Paris).
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre
City in Val-de-Marne
- Population
- 24,206 inhab.
- 380th in France · 24th in its department
- Area
- 1.5 km²
- Density
- 15,718 per km²
Villejuif
City in Val-de-Marne
- Population
- 60,473 inhab.
- 99th in France · 6th in its department
- Area
- 5.3 km²
- Density
- 11,325 per km²
Population
Population and demographics
Municipal population since 1876
Le Kremlin-BicêtreVillejuif
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population inhab.More populous: Villejuif2.5 times as high | 24,206 | 60,473 | More populous: Villejuif2.5 times as high |
| Change over 5 yearsStronger growth: Villejuif+12 pts | −3.0% | +9.5% | Stronger growth: Villejuif+12 pts |
| Change over 10 yearsStronger growth: Villejuif+12 pts | −6.8% | +5.2% | Stronger growth: Villejuif+12 pts |
| Density per km²Denser: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+39% | 15,718 | 11,325 | Denser: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+39% |
| Under 15More young people: Villejuif+2.9 pts | 14.4% | 17.2% | More young people: Villejuif+2.9 pts |
| 65 and overMore seniors: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+1.9 pt | 15.2% | 13.3% | More seniors: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+1.9 pt |
| People per householdLarger households: Villejuif+0.25 | 1.98 | 2.23 | Larger households: Villejuif+0.25 |
Sources: INSEE, official population figures, INSEE, censuses, INSEE, census
Housing
Real estate prices and housing
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median apartment price €/m²More expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+12% | 5,850 | 5,212 | More expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+12% |
| Median house price €/m²More expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+16% | 6,795 | 5,852 | More expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+16% |
| Apartment rent €/m² per month, utilities includedMore expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+8% | 24.6 | 22.8 | More expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+8% |
| House rent €/m² per month, utilities includedMore expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+13% | 22.6 | 20.0 | More expensive: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+13% |
| Homeowner householdsMore homeowners: Villejuif+3.8 pts | 29.7% | 33.6% | More homeowners: Villejuif+3.8 pts |
| Share of housesMore houses: Villejuif+11 pts | 4.4% | 15.5% | More houses: Villejuif+11 pts |
| Social housing (SRU law) share of primary residencesMore social housing: Villejuif+1.6 pt | 38.9% | 40.5% | More social housing: Villejuif+1.6 pt |
| Second homesMore second homes: Villejuif+1.8 pt | 2.2% | 4.0% | More second homes: Villejuif+1.8 pt |
| Vacant homesMore vacant homes: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+1.6 pt | 8.3% | 6.8% | More vacant homes: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+1.6 pt |
| Property tax (combined rate)Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+0.4 pt | 42.66% | 42.30% | Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+0.4 pt |
Sources: DGFiP (DVF), Ministry of Housing (rent map), INSEE, census, Ministry for the Ecological Transition (SRU), DGFiP, local taxation
Income and jobs
Residents’ income and jobs
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median standard of living €/yearHigher: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+7% | 26,250 | 24,470 | Higher: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+7% |
| Poverty rateHigher: Villejuif+2.8 pts | 20.0% | 22.8% | Higher: Villejuif+2.8 pts |
| Average taxable income per householdHigher: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+7% | €30,436 | €28,532 | Higher: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+7% |
| Households paying income taxMore taxpaying households: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+3.4 pts | 51% | 48% | More taxpaying households: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+3.4 pts |
| Activity rate (ages 15-64)Higher: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+1.9 pt | 76.5% | 74.7% | Higher: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+1.9 pt |
| Unemployment rate (census)Higher: Villejuif+1.0 pt | 12.9% | 13.9% | Higher: Villejuif+1.0 pt |
Sources: INSEE, Filosofi, DGFiP, income tax, INSEE, census
Local life
Town hall and fiber internet
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayor | Lionel Zinciroglu | Pierre Garzon | |
| Political label of the mayor’s list (2026 local elections) | miscellaneous right | union of the left | |
| Premises with fiberBetter covered: Villejuif+5.3 pts | 90% | 95% | Better covered: Villejuif+5.3 pts |
Sources: Ministry of the Interior, register of elected officials, Ministry of the Interior, Arcep
Shops and facilities
Shops, leisure and transportation
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shops per 10,000 inhab.More shops per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+60% | 43.8106 in total | 27.5166 in total | More shops per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+60% |
| Food shops per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+25% | 17.843 in total | 14.286 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+25% |
| Restaurants per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+50% | 40.197 in total | 26.8162 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+50% |
| Sports facilities per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+25% | 10.726 in total | 8.652 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+25% |
| Cultural venues per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre2.1 times as high | 2.15 in total | 1.06 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre2.1 times as high |
| Hotels per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre2.5 times as high | 2.56 in total | 1.06 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre2.5 times as high |
| Passenger train stationsTie | 0 | 0 | Tie |
Number of facilities per 10,000 inhabitants (total count in small print). Source: INSEE, facilities database (BPE)
Health
Health care
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access to general practitioners visits/inhab./year localized potential accessibilityBetter access: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+49% | 3.1 | 2.1 | Better access: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+49% |
| General practitioners per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+42% | 7.017 in total | 5.030 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+42% |
| Medical specialists per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+30% | 5.012 in total | 3.823 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+30% |
| Dentists per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre2.6 times as high | 7.418 in total | 2.817 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre2.6 times as high |
| Pharmacies per 10,000 inhab.More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+33% | 3.38 in total | 2.515 in total | More per capita: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+33% |
| HospitalsMore facilities: Villejuif+7 | 2 | 9 | More facilities: Villejuif+7 |
Practitioners and facilities per 10,000 inhabitants (total count in small print); access to doctors includes those in neighboring communes. Sources: Ministry of Health (DREES), APL, INSEE, facilities database (BPE), Ministry of Health (Finess)
Education
Schools and colleges
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary schoolsMore schools: Villejuif+14 | 10 | 24 | More schools: Villejuif+14 |
| Middle schoolsMore middle schools: Villejuif+4 | 3 | 7 | More middle schools: Villejuif+4 |
| High schoolsMore high schools: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+2 | 4 | 2 | More high schools: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+2 |
| Higher education institutions and programsMore facilities: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+2 | 8 | 6 | More facilities: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+2 |
Sources: Ministry of Education, INSEE, facilities database (BPE)
Recorded crime
Offenses recorded by the police
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home burglaries per 1,000 homesHigher rate: Villejuif+91% | 3.9 | 7.4 | Higher rate: Villejuif+91% |
| Non-violent thefts per 1,000 inhab.Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+93% | 23.1 | 11.9 | Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+93% |
| Physical violence outside the family per 1,000 inhab.Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+40% | 4.4 | 3.1 | Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+40% |
| Vehicle thefts per 1,000 inhab.Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+42% | 2.8 | 2.0 | Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+42% |
| Vandalism and property damage per 1,000 inhab.Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+18% | 6.7 | 5.7 | Higher rate: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre+18% |
Offenses recorded in the commune by the police and gendarmerie, per 1,000 inhabitants (per 1,000 homes for burglaries); this is not the actual crime level. Rates for the latest published year. Source: Ministry of the Interior (SSMSI)
Natural hazards
Natural disasters and prevention
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural disasters declared since 1982More declarations: Villejuif+10 | 9 | 19 | More declarations: Villejuif+10 |
| Natural hazard prevention plansTie | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Radon potentialSame | Low | Low | Same |
Sources: Géorisques (GASPAR), IRSN
Land
Area, terrain and administrative areas
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Area km²Larger: Villejuif3.5 times as high | 1.54 | 5.34 | Larger: Villejuif3.5 times as high |
| Town hall elevationHigher: Villejuif+33 m | 69 m | 103 m | Higher: Villejuif+33 m |
| Coastal communeSame | No | No | Same |
| Density grid (INSEE)Same | Large urban centre | Large urban centre | Same |
| DepartmentSame | Val-de-Marne (94) | Val-de-Marne (94) | Same |
| IntercommunalitySame | Métropole du Grand Paris | Métropole du Grand Paris | Same |
| Urban unitSame | Paris | Paris | Same |
| Functional areaSame | Paris | Paris | Same |
Sources: IGN, IGN, elevation, Ministry for the Ecological Transition, Loi Littoral, INSEE, density grid, INSEE, COG, INSEE, geographic classifications
Summary
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre vs Villejuif at a glance
| Criterion | Le Kremlin-Bicêtre | Villejuif |
|---|---|---|
| Population inhab. | 24,206 | 60,473 |
| Change over 10 years | −6.8% | +5.2% |
| Density per km² | 15,718 | 11,325 |
| Median apartment price €/m² | 5,850 | 5,212 |
| Median house price €/m² | 6,795 | 5,852 |
| Apartment rent €/m² | 24.6 | 22.8 |
| Property tax (combined rate) | 42.66% | 42.30% |
| Median standard of living €/year | 26,250 | 24,470 |
| Unemployment rate (census) | 12.9% | 13.9% |
| Premises with fiber | 90% | 95% |
| Access to general practitioners visits/inhab./year | 3.1 | 2.1 |
| Home burglaries per 1,000 homes | 3.9 | 7.4 |
| Average temperature | 12.8°C | 12.8°C |
| Sunshine h/year | 1,717 | 1,717 |
| Area km² | 1.54 | 5.34 |
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FAQ
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre vs Villejuif: your questions
Which is the larger city, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre or Villejuif?
By population, Villejuif: 60,473 inhabitants versus 24,206 for Le Kremlin-Bicêtre (official population figures in force on January 1, 2026). Villejuif is the 99th largest city in France, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre the 380th. By area, Villejuif is also the larger (5.3 km²).
How far is Le Kremlin-Bicêtre from Villejuif?
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre and Villejuif are 1.7 km apart as the crow flies, between the centers of the two communes, in the same department (Val-de-Marne).
Where is real estate more expensive, in Le Kremlin-Bicêtre or Villejuif?
To buy an apartment, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre is more expensive: €5,850 per m² (median price), versus €5,212 in Villejuif (+12%). Median prices of sales over the last five years (DGFiP, DVF).
Where is the standard of living higher, in Le Kremlin-Bicêtre or Villejuif?
In Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, half of the residents have a standard of living above €26,250 a year, versus €24,470 in Villejuif (disposable income per consumption unit, INSEE).
Are Le Kremlin-Bicêtre and Villejuif in the same department?
Yes: both towns are in Val-de-Marne (94), in the Île-de-France region.
Official population figures in force on January 1, 2026. Source: INSEE, official population figures