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Bégaar, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Bégaar is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,018. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,018 Population 87/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
46.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,851 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$24,851 median income, 7.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $612/mo rent

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About Bégaar

Bégaar is a commune in the Landes department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.

People

Population1,018
Density87/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,851
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$612
Housing Units407
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population1,018
Population Density87 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates43.8236°, -0.8490°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,187 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,851

About Bégaar

Bégaar is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,018. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Bégaar is $24,851, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Bégaar vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,851
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bégaar is $122,400, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $612 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 407 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$612
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units407

Property Tax

Climate in Bégaar

Bégaar has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.4°C / 44°F 1.9° / 10.8° 81.0
Feb 7.2°C / 45°F 1.8° / 12.7° 61.3
Mar 10.3°C / 51°F 4.1° / 16.5° 65.9
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F 6.6° / 18.6° 89.8
May 16.2°C / 61°F 10.2° / 22.3° 80.4
Jun 19.6°C / 67°F 13.6° / 25.5° 71.9
Jul 21.5°C / 71°F 15.4° / 27.6° 57.4
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 15.3° / 28.3° 59.8
Sep 18.4°C / 65°F 11.8° / 24.9° 74.1
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.4° 88.5
Nov 9.7°C / 49°F 5° / 14.4° 105.3
Dec 7°C / 45°F 2.6° / 11.4° 87.4
Bégaar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above France avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates43.8236°N, 0.8490°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.47"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

958 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 17, 2023.

Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 87 km
May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 114 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 119 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 88 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 140 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 112 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 82 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 131 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 81 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 120 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 82 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 142 km
Apr 1, 2010 8 km ESE of Campan, France M4.3 131 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 69 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 77 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 94 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 92 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 59 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 136 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
March 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 4.0 in
November 51°F (10°C) 5.3 in
December 47°F (8°C) 5.5 in Wettest

Bégaar has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 45°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Bégaar

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire - - - -
École primaire - - - -
RPI du Luzou - - - -
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Museums in Bégaar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Graine de Forêt - Centre de découverte d ela forêt des Landes
Le Musée de la Chalosse
Maison de la Gemme
Maison de la Vannerie
Maison dite de Jeanne d'Albret
Musée de Borda
Musée de l'ALAT et de l'hélicoptère
Musée de la Vie Rurale en Pays Landais
Musée des Vieux Outils
Musée du fruit
Musée Georgette Dupouy
Préhistosite de Brassempouy

Libraries in Bégaar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque annexe de Gaâs0.0
Bibliothèque de Laluque0.0
Bibliothèque de Montaut0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Meilhan0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothèque société de Borda0.0
E-Media d'Arengosse0.0
E-Media d'Ousse Suzan0.0
E-Media de Garosse0.0
E-Media de Sindères0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Cassen0.0
Médiathèque de Goos0.0
Médiathèque de Hinx0.0
Médiathèque de Pomarez0.0
Médiathèque de Poyanne0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-aubin0.0
Médiathèque de Tilh0.0
Médiathèque des Luys0.0
Médiathèque du Pays Morcenais0.0
Médiathèque François Mitterand0.0
Médiathèque Henri Emmanuelli0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque Louise Michel0.0

Farmers Markets in Bégaar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carreau des halles
Les Halles de Dax
Marché d'Amou
Marché d'Arengosse
Marché de Gamarde-les-Bains
Marché de Garein
Marché de Hinx
Marché de la Halle à Montfort-en-Chalosse
Marché de Laluque
Marché de Lesperon
Marché de Morcenx
Marché de Mugron
Marché de Pomarez
Marché de Saint-Vincent-de-Paul
Marché de Taller
Marché de Tartas
Marché de Ygos St Saturnin
Marché du dimanche
Marché traditionnel

Castles in Bégaar

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Église Saint-Vincent
Tour fortifiée du XIe

Gas Stations in Bégaar

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tucat

Gyms in Bégaar

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Orange Bleue

Stadiums & Teams in Bégaar

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Airports Near Bégaar

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Cazaux (BA 120) Air Base-Medium Airport
Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air Base-Medium Airport
Pau Pyrénées AirportPUFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Lasclaveries-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Mimizan-Small Airport
Aire-sur-l'Adour Airfield-Small Airport
Amou Airfield-Small Airport
Andoins Airfield-Small Airport
Bazas Cazats Airfield-Small Airport
Benesse Maremne Airfield-Small Airport
Biscarrosse Parentis airfield-Small Airport
Boeil Bezing Airfield-Small Airport
Claracq Villa les Palmiers Airfield-Small Airport
Dax Seyresse Airfield-Small Airport
Escary Aramits Altiport-Small Airport
Gurmençon Airfield-Small Airport
Itxassou Airfield-Small Airport
Luquet Airfield-Small Airport
Malaussanne Airfield-Small Airport
Maslacq Airfield-Small Airport
Maupas Airfield-Small Airport
Navarrenx Airfield-Small Airport
Oloron Herrere Airfield-Small Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq Airfield-Small Airport
Rion Des Landes Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle Airfield-Small Airport
Sames Airfield-Small Airport
Sévignacq Airfield-Small Airport
Tartas Airfield-Small Airport
Viella Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bégaar

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens
Église Saint-Vincent

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bégaar

What is the population of Bégaar?

Bégaar has a population of 1,018 residents and is located in France. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles.

Is Bégaar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,851, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $122,400 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $612 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bégaar?

Bégaar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches.

How is the job market in Bégaar?

The unemployment rate in Bégaar is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bégaar?

The median home value in Bégaar is $122,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $612.

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