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Barlin, France

Hauts-de-France · 🇫🇷 France

Barlin is a small city in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 7,734. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
7,734 Population 3,236/sq mi density
256 ft Elevation 78 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$19,688 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$19,688 median income, 20.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$626/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,688
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $626
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.5%
469% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

People

Population7,734
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density3,236/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

F
Median Income$19,688
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment20.5%
Poverty25.0%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$626
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population7,734
Population Density3,236 / sq mi
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Coordinates50.4524°, 2.6196°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (927 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.0 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$19,688
Median Age42.3 years

Is Barlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barlin receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Barlin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barlin is $19,688, 74% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.0% 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 $626 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

Barlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Barlin has a population of 7,734 with a density of 3,236 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,734
Total Population
3,236
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barlin is $19,688, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Barlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,688
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.5%
469% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $626 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$626
46% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Barlin, 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: Barlin 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

Barlin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. The area enjoys 217 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density3,236/sq mi
Coordinates50.4524°N, 2.6196°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

Population Density3,236/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Maisnil-lès-Ruitz 1,241 pop · 1.3 mi Hersin-Coupigny 6,609 pop · 1.3 mi Ruitz 1,622 pop · 1.7 mi Haillicourt 5,121 pop · 2.5 mi Sains-en-Gohelle 6,196 pop · 2.8 mi Nœux-les-Mines 11,970 pop · 3.0 mi Ranchicourt 1,091 pop · 3.0 mi Bouvigny-Boyeffles 2,607 pop · 3.1 mi Verquin 3,185 pop · 3.6 mi Houdain 7,622 pop · 3.6 mi Bruay-la-Buissière 24,474 pop · 3.7 mi Gosnay 1,215 pop · 4.0 mi Labourse 2,063 pop · 4.2 mi Aix-Noulette 3,717 pop · 4.2 mi
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