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Arcangues, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Arcangues is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 2,947. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,947 Population 437/sq mi density
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
62.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,722 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$29,722 median income, 6.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$155,600 home value, $778/mo rent

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About Arcangues

Arcangues

Arcangues is a commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France in what was formerly the Basque province of Labourd.

People

Population2,947
Density437/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,722
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$155,600
Rent$778
Housing Units1,179
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain62.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Population2,947
Population Density437 / sq mi
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates43.4368°, -1.5214°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation62.1 inches (1,578 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$29,722

About Arcangues

Arcangues is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 2,947. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Arcangues is $29,722, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 177 business establishments.

Income: Arcangues vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$29,722
60% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)177

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arcangues is $155,600, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,179 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,600
45% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,179

Property Tax

Climate in Arcangues

Arcangues has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.8°C), the coldest is Jan (9.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1744 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.1°C / 48°F 5.1° / 13.1° 166.2
Feb 9.6°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.9° 143.0
Mar 12°C / 54°F 7.5° / 16.4° 127.4
Apr 13.4°C / 56°F 9.1° / 17.8° 146.6
May 16.5°C / 62°F 12.2° / 20.8° 133.2
Jun 19.2°C / 67°F 15.2° / 23.2° 105.7
Jul 21.2°C / 70°F 17.3° / 25° 97.3
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 17.7° / 25.8° 109.5
Sep 19.6°C / 67°F 15.2° / 24° 146.3
Oct 16.6°C / 62°F 12.3° / 20.9° 165.6
Nov 12.1°C / 54°F 8.1° / 16.2° 224.3
Dec 9.8°C / 50°F 5.9° / 13.7° 178.7
Arcangues enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 278 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 62.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above France avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density437/sq mi
Coordinates43.4368°N, 1.5214°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.1"
63% above France avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.71"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

946 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 10, 2017.

May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 123 km
Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 108 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 63 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 73 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 100 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 62 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 123 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 97 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 101 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 63 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 31 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 82 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 109 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 49 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 72 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 69 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 64 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 57 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 69 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
March 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
November 53°F (12°C) 5.7 in Wettest
December 49°F (9°C) 5.0 in

Arcangues has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 46°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Arcangues

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire - - - -
École primaire - - - -
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Radio Stations near Arcangues

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Europa FM Guipuzcoa (ES) - AAC
Cadena SER Radio San Sebastián (ES) - MP3 128 kbps
FM MUSICAL (ES) 80s, pop MP3
Radio Marca Donostia (ES) - MP3 96 kbps
Irulegiko Irratia abisuak, basque music MP3 320 kbps
Wave Radio beach, surf MP3 160 kbps
Antxeta irratia local news, news MP3 192 kbps
Gure irratia - MP3 128 kbps
Radio LAPURDI Irratia christian MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Arcangues

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amaiur arkeologia-zentroa
Centre d'évoquation du village Ateka
Centre d'interprétation de l'AOP Ossau Iraty
Centre d'interprétation du piment d'Espelette
Centro del Hierro y la Forja
Chocolaterie Musée
CIAP Lapurdum
Convent and cloister of Recollets
DIDAM
Don Quichosse Espadrilles
Ecomusée de la Pelote et du Xistera Pilotari
L'Art de l'Espadrille
L'Atelier du Chocolat
La Cité de l'Océan
La Maison Labourdine
Le Musée du Gâteau Basque
Maison de l'Oralité et du Patrimoine
Maison du Patrimoine
Musée Asiatica
Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
Musée Bonnat-Helleu
Musée de la Mer
Musée du Château d'Arcangues
Musée du judaïsme bayonnais Suzanne et Marcel Suarès
Musée Historique Biarritz
Musée historique du Biarritz Olympique
Museum d'Histoire Naturelle
Museum of the French Basque Region
Museum of Witches
Ortillopitz
Parcc
Villa Arnaga
Villa Saraléguinéa

Libraries in Arcangues

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque d'Arbonne0.0
Bibliothèque diocésaine0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale André Moine0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Gabriel Fauthoux0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothéque Quintaou0.0
Bibliothèque Temporaire0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Florence Delay0.0
Centre de documentation IKER0.0
Centre Lapurdi0.0
Ludo-Bibliothèque Ondres0.0
Ludo-médiathèque0.0
Media library0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - L'Écume des Jours0.0
Médiathèque centre-ville0.0
Médiathèque de Biarritz0.0
Médiathèque de Cambo-les-Bains0.0
Médiathèque de Tarnos0.0
Médiathèque des Hauts de Sainte-Croix0.0
Médiathèque François Rospide0.0
Médiathèque L'anima0.0
Médiathèque Lizaga0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Espil0.0
Médiathèque Roland Barthes0.0
TOKI-TOKI0.0

Farmers Markets in Arcangues

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle aux Poissons
Halle de Biarritz
Halles 5 cantons
Halles de Bayonne
Les Halles
Les Halles
Les halles du Marché
Marché aux poissons
Marché de Biaudos
Marché de Capbreton
Marché de Ciboure
Marché de Hossegor
Marché de Labenne
Marché de Ondres
Marché de producteurs
Marché de producteurs des Halles
Marché de Quintaou
Marché de Saint-Martin
Marché de Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx
Marché de Saint-Vincent de Tyrosse
Marché de Socoa
Marché de Tarnos
Marché des « 4 saisons »
Marché du Polo Beyris
Marché place des Gascons
Marché place du Marquisat
Marché producteurs locaux du Boucau
Marché Saint-Charles
Marché saisonnier - Labenne Océan
Pêcherie des Allées Marines

Hotels in Arcangues

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Marie Eder

Theatres in Arcangues

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre de la Nature

Castles in Arcangues

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Musée du Château d'Arcangues

Golf Courses in Arcangues

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golf d'Arcangues

Breweries in Arcangues

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Belharra
Bipil Aguerria
Brasserie Bruel
Brasserie Cath'
Brasserie Kipett
Brasserie Rosny Beer
Brasserie Zirtzil
Centre de brassotherapie
La Clique
La Ménagerie Microbrasserie
La Superbe

Stadiums & Teams in Arcangues

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Arcangues

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Pamplona AirportPNAMedium Airport
San Sebastián AirportEASMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Mimizan-Small Airport
Benesse Maremne Airfield-Small Airport
Dax Seyresse Airfield-Small Airport
Itxassou Airfield-Small Airport
Ororbia Airfield-Small Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq Airfield-Small Airport
Rion Des Landes Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle Airfield-Small Airport
Sames Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Arcangues

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx
Les Embruns

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arcangues

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arcangues

What is the population of Arcangues?

Arcangues has a population of 2,947 residents and is located in France. The population density is 437 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles.

Is Arcangues expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,722, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $155,600 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Arcangues?

Arcangues enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.1 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Arcangues?

The unemployment rate in Arcangues is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 177 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arcangues?

The median home value in Arcangues is $155,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $778.

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