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Bécherel, France

Brittany · 🇫🇷 France

Bécherel is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 723. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
723 Population
564 ft Elevation 172 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
37.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,972 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,972 median income, 10.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$555/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,972
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $555
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population723
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,972
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$555
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population723
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates48.2962°, -1.9454°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation37.7 inches (957 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$22,972
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bécherel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bécherel receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Bécherel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bécherel is $22,972, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, 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 $555 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

Bécherel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bécherel has a population of 723. 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

723
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bécherel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bécherel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bécherel is $22,972, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.2% (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: Bécherel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,972
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% 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 $555 (52% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$555
52% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Bécherel, 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: Bécherel 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

Bécherel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. The area receives 2.7 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 564 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates48.2962°N, 1.9454°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
February 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in

Bécherel has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 43°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (1.9").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bécherel

What is the population of Bécherel?

Bécherel has a population of 723 residents and is located in France.. 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 Bécherel expensive to live in?

Bécherel 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 $22,972, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $555 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bécherel?

Bécherel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bécherel?

The job market in Bécherel faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bécherel?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $555.

How are the schools in Bécherel?

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

How healthy is Bécherel?

The obesity rate in Bécherel 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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