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Bégadan, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Bégadan is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 950. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
950 Population 67/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,507 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,507 median income, 12.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $612/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population950
Density67/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,507
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$612
Housing Units380
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population950
Population Density67 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates45.3568°, -0.8936°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (875 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,507

About Bégadan

Bégadan is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 950. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Bégadan is $22,507, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (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 57 business establishments.

Income: Bégadan vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,507
70% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bégadan 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 380 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 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Units380

Property Tax

Bégadan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above France avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area14.3 sq mi (37.0 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates45.3568°N, 0.8936°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

144 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 17, 2023.

Apr 18, 2005 1 km SSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M5.2 72 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 148 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 96 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 40 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 134 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 75 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 78 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 125 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 73 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 147 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 102 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 116 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 106 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 79 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 115 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 87 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 105 km
Apr 4, 2005 7 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M3.7 76 km
Jan 25, 1992 10 km SW of Triaize, France M3.7 110 km
Feb 5, 1991 36 km W of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.7 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in

Bégadan has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Bégadan

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Rosa Bonheur
École élémentaire
École maternelle
École primaire
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Bégadan

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
France Info MP3 128 kbps
RMC infos, news UNKNOWN
Radio Orient arabic music, islam MP3
Hits 1 dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Hits 1 latina fiesta latina, fiestalatina MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Bégadan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
Espace Odyss'Elec EDF
La Grange du Patrimoine
Le Petit Musée d'Automates
Mémorial de la Forteresse du Nord-Médoc
Moulin a vent
Musée d'Archéologie et d'Histoire de Blaye
Musée d'art et d'archéologie
Musée de l'histoire de Talmont
Musée de la Gare
Musée de la Tonnellerie
Musée du Clos de Grange Vieille
Musée du Phare de Cordouan & des Phares et Balises
Palais du Costume Mazarin
Petit Musée des Automates

Libraries in Bégadan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque CdC Coeur du Médoc0.0
Bibliothèque de Chenac-Saint-Seurin-d'Uzet0.0
Bibliothèque de Pauillac0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Laurent0.0
Bibliothèque Gabrielle et Jean Batista0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale "Autour du livre"0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Roland Prévaud0.0
Bibliothèque Pierre Dumousseau0.0
CDI (LGT) Jaufré Rudel0.0
Jaufre Rudel0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Saint-Georges de Didonne0.0

Farmers Markets in Bégadan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
marché
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché Municipal
Place du marché
Vieilles halles

Castles in Bégadan

8 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Tourteyron / Le Temple de Tourteyron
Château Laujac
Château Le Bourdieu
Château Les Ormes Sorbet
Château Pey de Pont
Château Romefort
Château Rousseau de Sipian
Château Sipian

Breweries in Bégadan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Nauera

Airports Near Bégadan

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordeaux–Mérignac AirportBODLarge Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Royan-Médis AirportRYNMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AndernosSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Bordeaux-Léognan-SaucatsSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac NeullesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Marennes - Le BournetSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-MarcillacSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Vendays-MontalivetSmall Airport
Arbis Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Arvert AirfieldSmall Airport
Bordeaux Yvrac AirfieldSmall Airport
Cabanac et Villagrains AirfieldSmall Airport
Cestas AirfieldSmall Airport
Château Vénus AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Pierre-de-Bat Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Foy AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Hélène AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
Soulac Sur Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
St Pierre d'Oléron AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm air estuaire AirfieldSmall Airport
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bégadan

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe
Poste Annexe
Poste Annexe
Valeyrac

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bégadan

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Saturnin

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 Bégadan

What is the population of Bégadan?

Bégadan has a population of 950 residents and is located in France. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 square miles.

Is Bégadan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,507, 70% 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 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bégadan?

Bégadan 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 68°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches.

How is the job market in Bégadan?

The job market in Bégadan faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bégadan?

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

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