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Barfleur, France

Normandy · 🇫🇷 France

Barfleur is a small town in Normandy, France with a population of 655. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
655 Population 2,848/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
49.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,300 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,300 median income, 14.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$514/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $514
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.6%
306% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population655
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density2,848/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,300
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment14.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$514
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population655
Population Density2,848 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates49.6706°, -1.2635°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNormandy
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,265 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$24,300
Median Age42.3 years

Is Barfleur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barfleur receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Barfleur offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barfleur is $24,300, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $514 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

Barfleur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Barfleur has a population of 655 with a density of 2,848 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

655
Total Population
2,848
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barfleur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barfleur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barfleur is $24,300, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 14.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Barfleur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,300
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.6%
306% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $514 (56% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$514
56% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Barfleur, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Barfleur 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

Barfleur experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,848/sq mi
Coordinates49.6706°N, 1.2635°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.5 in
February 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in

Barfleur has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 43°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.7").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,848/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Barfleur

What is the population of Barfleur?

Barfleur has a population of 655 residents and is located in France. The population density is 2,848 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Barfleur expensive to live in?

Barfleur is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $24,300, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $514 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Barfleur?

Barfleur has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Barfleur?

The job market in Barfleur faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Barfleur?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $514.

How are the schools in Barfleur?

31.7% of adults in Barfleur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Barfleur?

The obesity rate in Barfleur is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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