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Arès, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Arès is a small city in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 5,081. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,081 Population 150/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,572 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$27,572 median income, 11.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$164,200 home value, $821/mo rent

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About Arès

Arès

Arès is a commune in the department of Gironde, in the region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, southwestern France.

People

Population5,081
Density150/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$27,572
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$164,200
Rent$821
Housing Units2,032
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population5,081
Population Density150 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates44.7658°, -1.1342°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,572

About Arès

Arès is a small city in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 5,081. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Arès is $27,572, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (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 305 business establishments.

Income: Arès vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$27,572
63% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)305

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arès is $164,200, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,032 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 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,200
42% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,032

Property Tax

Arès experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 269 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 36.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area33.8 sq mi (87.6 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates44.7658°N, 1.1342°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.8"
3% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

127 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.2 on Apr 6, 2019.

Apr 18, 2005 1 km SSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M5.2 130 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 86 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 130 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 134 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 128 km
Dec 4, 1997 8 km SE of Amou, France M4.1 141 km
Jun 20, 1992 10 km S of Hagetmau, France M4.1 141 km
Oct 31, 1990 6 km ENE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M4.1 149 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 141 km
Jul 30, 1992 4 km N of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M4.0 146 km
Jan 14, 1996 5 km NNE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.9 146 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 148 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 142 km
Jan 14, 1996 7 km N of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.9 143 km
Jan 17, 1996 7 km NNW of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.9 143 km
Jan 14, 1996 4 km NE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.7 148 km
Apr 4, 2005 7 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M3.7 132 km
Feb 3, 1992 4 km NW of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.6 146 km
Jun 7, 1993 10 km ESE of Amou, France M3.6 140 km
Nov 10, 1990 7 km NNE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
April 53°F (11°C) 2.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
November 49°F (10°C) 4.4 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in

Arès has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 43°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Arès

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Crèche
École primaire Claouey
École élémentaire d'Arès
École élémentaire de Lège
Collège Jean Cocteau
École maternelle Les Pitchouns
École maternelle William Bordes Süe
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Radio Stations near Arès

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Dunes MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Arès

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Écomusée Gardarem
Maison de l'Huître
Maison Louis David
Musée de la Mémoire Canaulaise
Petit Musée de l'Huître

Libraries in Arès

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibiothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipal0.0
bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothèque Pour Tous0.0
Ludo-Médiathèque Lacanau-Ville0.0
Médiathèque d'Andernos0.0
Médiathèque d'Arès0.0
Médiathèque de Biganos0.0
Médiathèque de Petit Piquey0.0
Médiathèque L'EKLA duTeich0.0
Médiathèque Michel Bézian0.0

Farmers Markets in Arès

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle d'Audenge
Halle de Biganos
Halles Baltard d'Arcachon
Les halles de la Gaïté
Marché d'Arès
Marché de Piraillan
Marché Dominical
Marché du Cap Ferret
Marché Marian
Marché Municipal
Marché municipal
Place des Marquises
The Cape Ferret market

Hotels in Arès

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel le Colibri
Le Grain de Sable
Le Relais du Cap
Le Saint-Éloi

Theatres in Arès

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Espace Brémontier
Scène de spectacle

Clinics in Arès

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre de convalescence La Pignada

Dentists in Arès

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #176469755

Veterinaries in Arès

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire Vet'Estey
FR #9797000764

Gas Stations in Arès

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour
Station Service E. Leclerc
Station U

Banks in Arès

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Mutuel du Sud-Ouest
Société Générale

Gyms in Arès

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basic-Fit
FR #176452706

Breweries in Arès

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Mira
Laca Boïates

Stadiums & Teams in Arès

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Arès

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordeaux–Mérignac AirportBODLarge Airport
Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-BuchMedium Airport
Cazaux (BA 120) Air BaseMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AndernosSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Bordeaux-Léognan-SaucatsSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac NeullesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de MimizanSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-MarcillacSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Vendays-MontalivetSmall Airport
Biscarrosse Parentis airfieldSmall Airport
Bordeaux Yvrac AirfieldSmall Airport
Cabanac et Villagrains AirfieldSmall Airport
Cestas AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Hélène AirfieldSmall Airport
Soulac Sur Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm air estuaire AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Arès

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
Lège-Cap-Ferret Bourg
Poste Arès
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arès

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Pins
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Vincent-de-Paul

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 Arès

What is the population of Arès?

Arès has a population of 5,081 residents and is located in France. The population density is 150 people per square mile, spread across 33.8 square miles.

Is Arès expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,572, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $164,200 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Arès?

Arès has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.

How is the job market in Arès?

The job market in Arès faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 305 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arès?

The median home value in Arès is $164,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $821.

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