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Bessens, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Bessens is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 708. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
708 Population
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,784 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,784 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$568/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,784
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $568
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population708
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,784
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$568
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population708
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates43.8786°, 1.2538°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.9 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$26,784
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bessens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bessens receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Bessens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bessens is $26,784, 64% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, 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 $568 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

Bessens enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bessens has a population of 708. 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

708
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bessens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bessens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bessens is $26,784, 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 8.0% (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: Bessens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,784
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% 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 $568 (51% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Bessens, 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: Bessens 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

Bessens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 263 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 38.8 inches. The area receives 4.9 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 344 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates43.8786°N, 1.2538°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
June 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in

Bessens has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and July 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 Bessens

What is the population of Bessens?

Bessens has a population of 708 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 Bessens expensive to live in?

Bessens 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 $26,784, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bessens?

Bessens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Bessens?

The job market in Bessens faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bessens?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $568.

How are the schools in Bessens?

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

How healthy is Bessens?

The obesity rate in Bessens 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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