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Benquet, France
Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France
Benquet is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,409. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
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About Benquet
Benquet is a commune in the Landes department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.
People
Economy
C+Housing
A+Climate
| Population | 1,409 |
| Population Density | 125 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.8297°, -0.5017° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,138 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,281 |
About Benquet
Benquet is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,409. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Benquet vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,281 |
| 64% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.3% |
| 103% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 85 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,200 |
| 69% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $441 |
| 62% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 564 |
Property Tax
Climate in Benquet
Benquet 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above France avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 11.3 sq mi (29.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8297°N, 0.5017°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
Benquet has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (2.3").
Radio Stations near Benquet
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Benquet
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapelle Notre Dame du Rugby | ||||
| Cloître de l'abbaye et Salle du trésor | ||||
| Exposition Monseigneur Cassaigne | ||||
| Graine de Forêt - Centre de découverte d ela forêt des Landes | ||||
| Musée d'art et d'histoire du Cap de Gascogne | ||||
| Musée de la chapelle Notre Dame du rugby | ||||
| Musée de la course landaise | ||||
| Musée de la Faïence et des Arts de la table | ||||
| Musée des Forges | ||||
| Musée Despiau-Wlérick | ||||
| Musée du 34e Régiment d'Infanterie | ||||
| Musée Dubalen | ||||
| Musée Gaston Larrieu | ||||
| Pavillon de la Résistance et de la Déportation | ||||
| Petit Musée de l'Histoire Landaise | ||||
| Préhistosite de Brassempouy | ||||
| Site de détente du Ginx |
Libraries in Benquet
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de Montaut | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale de Meilhan | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de documentation et d'information | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Chalosse Tursan | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque d'Eugénie les Bains | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Cazères | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-aubin | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque des Luys | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque du Marsan Philippe Labeyrie | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque du Tursan | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque intercommunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Benquet
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halles d'Aire sur l'Adour | |||||
| Les Halles | |||||
| Marché d'Amou | |||||
| Marché de Brocas | |||||
| Marché de Garein | |||||
| Marché de Geaune | |||||
| Marché de Grenade-Sur-Adour | |||||
| Marché de Hagetmau | |||||
| Marché de Mugron | |||||
| Marché de Roquefort | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Perdon | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Sever | |||||
| Marché de Villeneuve-de-Marsan | |||||
| Marché de Ygos St Saturnin | |||||
| Marché des Arènes | |||||
| Marché Saint-Roch |
Breweries in Benquet
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie du Bahus |
Stadiums & Teams in Benquet
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Benquet
46 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cazaux (BA 120) Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Pau Pyrénées Airport | PUF | Medium Airport |
| Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport | LDE | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Lasclaveries | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Mimizan | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Tarbes Laloubère | - | Small Airport |
| Aire-sur-l'Adour Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Amou Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Andoins Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bazas Cazats Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Biscarrosse Parentis airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Boeil Bezing Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bouglon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bretagne d'Armagnac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Claracq Villa les Palmiers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dax Seyresse Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Escary Aramits Altiport | - | Small Airport |
| Fourques Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gelard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Goux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gurmençon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Réole Floudes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Labatut Rivière Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Larreule Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Luquet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malaussanne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marmande – Virazeil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maslacq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maupas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Montréal du Gers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Navarrenx Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nogaro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oloron Herrere Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ozenx Montrestrucq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ponson Dessus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rabastens de Bigorre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rion Des Landes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sames Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sarriac Bigorre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sauveterre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sévignacq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tartas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vic en Bigorre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Viella Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Benquet
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| La Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Benquet
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-Christau | |
| Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
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What is the population of Benquet?
Benquet has a population of 1,409 residents and is located in France. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 square miles.
Is Benquet expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,281, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $88,200 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $441 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Benquet?
Benquet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.
How is the job market in Benquet?
The unemployment rate in Benquet is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 85 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Benquet?
The median home value in Benquet is $88,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $441.