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Behonne, France

Grand Est · 🇫🇷 France

Behonne is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 798. Elevation: 938 ft (286 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
798 Population
938 ft Elevation 286 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
29.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,259 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$27,259 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$419/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,259
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $419
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population798
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,259
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$419
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation938 ft (286 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population798
Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Coordinates48.7935°, 5.1826°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation29.7 inches (755 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$27,259
Median Age42.3 years

Is Behonne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Behonne receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Behonne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Behonne is $27,259, 64% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, 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 $419 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

Behonne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Behonne has a population of 798. 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

798
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Behonne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Behonne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Behonne is $27,259, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.9% (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: Behonne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,259
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% 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 $419 (64% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$419
64% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Behonne, 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: Behonne 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

Behonne experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 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 938 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Coordinates48.7935°N, 5.1826°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Behonne has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 35°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and March 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 Behonne

What is the population of Behonne?

Behonne has a population of 798 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 Behonne expensive to live in?

Behonne 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 $27,259, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $419 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Behonne?

Behonne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Behonne?

The job market in Behonne faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Behonne?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $419.

How are the schools in Behonne?

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

How healthy is Behonne?

The obesity rate in Behonne 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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