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Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe

Guadeloupe · 🇬🇵 Guadeloupe

Basse-Terre is a small city in Guadeloupe, Guadeloupe with a population of 11,472. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,472 Population 5,144/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
61.3 in Annual Rain
America / Guadeloupe Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population11,472
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density5,144/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain61.3 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population11,472
Population Density5,144 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates15.9971°, -61.7321°
TimezoneAmerica/Guadeloupe
Country🇬🇵 Guadeloupe
State / ProvinceGuadeloupe
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation61.3 inches (1,558 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age47.4 years

Is Basse-Terre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Basse-Terre receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Basse-Terre has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Basse-Terre has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Basse-Terre has a population of 11,472 with a density of 5,144 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,472
Total Population
5,144
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Basse-Terre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Basse-Terre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Basse-Terre is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Basse-Terre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Basse-Terre, 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: Basse-Terre 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

Basse-Terre has an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.3 inches. The area enjoys 225 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.3 inches
61% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density5,144/sq mi
Coordinates15.9971°N, 61.7321°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guadeloupe
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,144/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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