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Béthines, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Béthines is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 551. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
551 Population 51/sq mi density
381 ft Elevation 116 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,512 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$23,512 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$91,800 home value, $459/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population551
Density51/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,512
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$91,800
Rent$459
Housing Units220
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Population551
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Coordinates46.5472°, 0.9759°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (726 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,512

About Béthines

Béthines is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 551. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Béthines is $23,512, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Béthines vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,512
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Béthines is $91,800, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $459 (61% below the national average of $1,163). There are 220 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,800
67% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$459
61% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units220

Property Tax

Béthines experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below France avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area10.9 sq mi (28.1 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates46.5472°N, 0.9759°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

295 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 16, 2023.

Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 136 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 70 km
May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 129 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 100 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 135 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 134 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 139 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 138 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 135 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 42 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 90 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 109 km
Jan 25, 1993 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France M3.8 134 km
Dec 12, 1993 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France M3.8 123 km
Oct 3, 1999 11 km W of Écueillé, France M3.8 64 km
Aug 23, 1997 7 km NW of Chaillac, France M3.7 22 km
Jan 14, 1992 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France M3.7 59 km
Apr 2, 2002 4 km SSW of Martigné-Briand, France M3.6 130 km
Aug 6, 2002 2 km SSW of Cinq-Mars-la-Pile, France M3.6 96 km
Jan 8, 2007 5 km S of L'Île-Bouchard, France M3.6 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (176 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in Driest
September 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
December 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Béthines has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 40°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Béthines

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire de Béthines
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Radio Stations near Béthines

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO PULSAR MP3 192 kbps
Radio Echo des Choucas (REC) french chansons, french music MP3 192 kbps
Radio Dynamo AAC 96 kbps

Museums in Béthines

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Interprétation du Roc-aux-Sorciers
Cité de l'Écrit et des Métiers du Livre
Écomusée de la Brenne
Ecomusée du Montmorillonnais
La Préface
Les Amis du Blanc
Maison de la Nature et de la Réserve
Maison des Abeilles
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Montmorillon
Musée de l'Amande et du Macaron
Musée Henri de Monfreid
Musée Mado Robin
Musée Minerve

Libraries in Béthines

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Béthines

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert

Breweries in Béthines

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bière de Montmorillon
Bière Porcupine

Airports Near Béthines

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Limoges AirportLIGMedium Airport
Poitiers-Biard AirportPISMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Châtellerault-TargéSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-JunienSmall Airport
Archigny Chenevelles AirfieldSmall Airport
Argenton-sur-Creuse AirfieldSmall Airport
Availles Limouzine AirfieldSmall Airport
Azat le Ris AirfieldSmall Airport
Bellac AirfieldSmall Airport
Berneuil AirfieldSmall Airport
Brandes La Perouille AirfieldSmall Airport
Brigueil le Chantre AirfieldSmall Airport
Brizay AirfieldSmall Airport
Buxeuil Saint Rémy sur Creuse AirfieldSmall Airport
Château de l'Estang AirfieldSmall Airport
Châteauroux Villers AirfieldSmall Airport
Chauvigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenommet AirfieldSmall Airport
Condac AirfieldSmall Airport
Gajoubert AirfieldSmall Airport
Grange Dieu Levroux Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Blanc AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Fort d'Aslonnes AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pavillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pommier Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pouyollet Lizières AirfieldSmall Airport
Lémeré AirfieldSmall Airport
Libarderie Blond AirfieldSmall Airport
Loches AirfieldSmall Airport
Montmorillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Orbigny Les Pallis AirfieldSmall Airport
Prissac AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Branchs AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Ciers AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Coutant AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hippolyte AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Maurice Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Sepmes AirfieldSmall Airport
Tours Le Louroux AirfieldSmall Airport
Tours Sorigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Vicq sur Nahon AirfieldSmall Airport
Villentrois Les Mardelles AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Béthines

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Béthines

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Béthines

What is the population of Béthines?

Béthines has a population of 551 residents and is located in France. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 10.9 square miles.

Is Béthines expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,512, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $91,800 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $459 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Béthines?

Béthines has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches.

How is the job market in Béthines?

The unemployment rate in Béthines is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Béthines?

The median home value in Béthines is $91,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $459.

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