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Arcachon, France

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,321 Population 4,220/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$29,322 median income, 15.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$183,600 home value, $918/mo rent

Arcachon, France

At a Glance

Median Income
$29,322
61% below
Home Value
$183,600
35% below
Median Rent
$918/mo
21% below
27.4% of income on rent
Unemployment
15.9%
342% above
12.0% poverty rate
Avg Temperature
55°F
267 sunny days/yr

Is Arcachon a Good Place to Live?

C+
2.6 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Arcachon residents earn a median household income of $29,322 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 15.9% (342% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 739 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Arcachon is $183,600 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $918/month, with 27.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Arcachon has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 267 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population12,321
Density4,220/mi²
Foreign Born4.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,322
Per Capita
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$183,600
Rent$918
Ownership
Housing Units4,928
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
Sunny Days267/yr
Rain38.2 in/yr
Elevation16 ft