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Bélesta, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Bélesta is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 1,237. Elevation: 1,621 ft (494 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,237 Population
1,621 ft Elevation 494 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$20,812 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$20,812 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$420/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,812
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $420
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,237
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$20,812
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$420
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,237
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Coordinates42.9040°, 1.9341°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (881 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,812
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bélesta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bélesta receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Bélesta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bélesta is $20,812, 72% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, 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 $420 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

Bélesta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bélesta has a population of 1,237. 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

1,237
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bélesta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bélesta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bélesta is $20,812, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bélesta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,812
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% 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 $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Bélesta, 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: Bélesta 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

Bélesta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 66°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 34.7 inches. 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 1,621 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Coordinates42.9040°N, 1.9341°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 2.6 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in

Bélesta has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 38°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (2.1").

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 Bélesta

What is the population of Bélesta?

Bélesta has a population of 1,237 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 Bélesta expensive to live in?

Bélesta 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 $20,812, 72% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bélesta?

Bélesta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bélesta?

The job market in Bélesta faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bélesta?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

How are the schools in Bélesta?

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

How healthy is Bélesta?

The obesity rate in Bélesta 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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