Bessières, France

Full City Profile

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

2,685 Population 230/sq mi density

358 ft Elevation 109 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 14°C

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.2 / 5.0

$24,959 median income, 9.0% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.7 / 5.0

$132,000 home value, $660/mo rent

Bessières, France

At a Glance

Median Income

$24,959

67% below

Home Value

$132,000

53% below

Median Rent

$660/mo

43% below

27.0% of income on rent

Unemployment

9.0%

150% above

10.0% poverty rate

Avg Temperature

58°F

263 sunny days/yr

Is Bessières a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.9 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Bessières residents earn a median household income of $24,959 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 161 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Bessières is $132,000 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $660/month, with 27.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.

Climate & Weather

Bessières has 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. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,685

Density230/mi²

Foreign Born5.8%

Economy

Median Income$24,959

Per Capita

Unemployment9.0%

Poverty10.0%

Housing

B+

Home Value$132,000

Rent$660

Ownership

Housing Units1,074

Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F

Sunny Days263/yr

Rain38.8 in/yr

Elevation358 ft