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Bagnères-de-Bigorre, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Bagnères-de-Bigorre is a small city in Occitanie, France with a population of 8,967. Elevation: 1,821 ft (555 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,967 Population
1,821 ft Elevation 555 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
74.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,216 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$22,216 median income, 15.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$575/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,216
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

People

Population8,967
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$22,216
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty20.0%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain74.9 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population8,967
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Coordinates43.0650°, 0.1488°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation74.9 inches (1,903 mm)
Annual Snowfall90.7 inches (230 cm)
Median Household Income$22,216
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bagnères-de-Bigorre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bagnères-de-Bigorre receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bagnères-de-Bigorre has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bagnères-de-Bigorre is $22,216, 70% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Bagnères-de-Bigorre experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 74.9 inches, including 90.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bagnères-de-Bigorre has a population of 8,967. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,967
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bagnères-de-Bigorre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bagnères-de-Bigorre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bagnères-de-Bigorre is $22,216, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bagnères-de-Bigorre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,216
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Bagnères-de-Bigorre, 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: Bagnères-de-Bigorre 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

Bagnères-de-Bigorre has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 74.9 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall74.9 inches
97% above US avg
Snowfall90.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Coordinates43.0650°N, 0.1488°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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