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Biarritz, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Biarritz is a mid-size city in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 33,188. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
33,188 Population 7,375/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
62.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,691 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$27,691 median income, 12.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$177,000 home value, $885/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population33,188
Density7,375/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$27,691
Unemployment12.4%
Poverty13.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$177,000
Rent$885
Housing Units13,275
Rent Burden27.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain62.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population33,188
Population Density7,375 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates43.4806°, -1.5568°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation62.1 inches (1,578 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$27,691

About Biarritz

Biarritz is a mid-size city in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 33,188. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Biarritz is $27,691, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,991 business establishments.

Income: Biarritz vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,691
63% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.4%
244% above France avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above France avg
Establishments (County)1,991

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Biarritz is $177,000, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below the national average of $1,163). There are 13,275 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,000
37% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% below France avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units13,275

Property Tax

Climate in Biarritz

Biarritz has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.8°C), the coldest is Jan (9.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1744 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.1°C / 48°F 5.1° / 13.1° 166.2
Feb 9.6°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.9° 143.0
Mar 12°C / 54°F 7.5° / 16.4° 127.4
Apr 13.4°C / 56°F 9.1° / 17.8° 146.6
May 16.5°C / 62°F 12.2° / 20.8° 133.2
Jun 19.2°C / 67°F 15.2° / 23.2° 105.7
Jul 21.2°C / 70°F 17.3° / 25° 97.3
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 17.7° / 25.8° 109.5
Sep 19.6°C / 67°F 15.2° / 24° 146.3
Oct 16.6°C / 62°F 12.3° / 20.9° 165.6
Nov 12.1°C / 54°F 8.1° / 16.2° 224.3
Dec 9.8°C / 50°F 5.9° / 13.7° 178.7
Biarritz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 278 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 62.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above France avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density7,375/sq mi
Coordinates43.4806°N, 1.5568°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.1"
63% above France avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.71"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

928 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 10, 2017.

May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 128 km
Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 112 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 67 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 105 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 76 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 128 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 65 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 102 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 37 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 68 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 105 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 86 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 75 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 70 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 113 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 53 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 72 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 100 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 62 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
March 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
November 53°F (12°C) 5.7 in Wettest
December 49°F (9°C) 5.0 in

Biarritz has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 46°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Biarritz

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège Villa Fal
Ecole Jules Ferry
École maternelle Michelet
École élémentaire Pyrénées
Groupe Scolaire des Thermes Salins
École maternelle Sévigné
École primaire publique Reptou
Itsas Argi Ikastola Biarritz
École Primaire Publique Victor Duruy
Collège Jean Rostand
École primaire Le Braou
École Alsace
École Primaire Paul Bert
École Primaire Privée Sainte-Marie
Lycée Hôtelier
Collège privé Immaculée-Conception
Lycée André Malraux
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Radio Stations near Biarritz

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Europa FM Guipuzcoa (ES) AAC
Cadena SER Radio San Sebastián (ES) MP3 128 kbps
FM MUSICAL (ES) 80s, pop MP3
Radio Marca Donostia (ES) MP3 96 kbps
Irulegiko Irratia abisuak, basque music MP3 320 kbps
Wave Radio beach, surf MP3 160 kbps
Antxeta irratia local news, news MP3 192 kbps
Gure irratia MP3 128 kbps
Radio LAPURDI Irratia christian MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Biarritz

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'évoquation du village Ateka
Centre d'interprétation de l'AOP Ossau Iraty
Centre d'interprétation du piment d'Espelette
Centro del Hierro y la Forja
Chocolaterie Musée
CIAP Lapurdum
Convent and cloister of Recollets
DIDAM
Ecomusée de la Pelote et du Xistera Pilotari
Fonds Labégorre
L'Art de l'Espadrille
L'Atelier du Chocolat
La Cité de l'Océan
La Cité des Mémoires
La Maison Labourdine
Le Musée du Gâteau Basque
Maison de l'Oralité et du Patrimoine
Maison du Patrimoine
Musée Asiatica
Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
Musée Bonnat-Helleu
Musée de la Mer
Musée du Château d'Arcangues
Musée du judaïsme bayonnais Suzanne et Marcel Suarès
Musée Historique Biarritz
Musée historique du Biarritz Olympique
Museum d'Histoire Naturelle
Museum of the French Basque Region
Museum of Witches
Oiasso Museoa
Ortillopitz
Parcc
Ramery museoa
Villa Arnaga
Villa Saraléguinéa

Libraries in Biarritz

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque d'Arbonne0.0
Bibliothèque de Seignosse0.0
Bibliothèque diocésaine0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale André Moine0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothéque Quintaou0.0
Bibliothèque Temporaire0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Florence Delay0.0
CBA Public library0.0
Centre de documentation IKER0.0
Centre Lapurdi0.0
Ikust alaia udal artxiboa0.0
Liburutegia0.0
Ludo-Bibliothèque Ondres0.0
Ludo-médiathèque0.0
Médi@tèque0.0
Media library0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - L'Écume des Jours0.0
Médiathèque centre-ville0.0
Médiathèque d'Hendaye - Hendaiako mediateka0.0
Médiathèque de Biarritz0.0
Médiathèque de Cambo-les-Bains0.0
Médiathèque de Tarnos0.0
Médiathèque des Hauts de Sainte-Croix0.0
Médiathèque François Rospide0.0
Médiathèque L'anima0.0
Médiathèque Lizaga0.0
TOKI-TOKI0.0
Zuloaga etxea library0.0

Farmers Markets in Biarritz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle aux Poissons
Halle de Biarritz
Halle de Seignosse
Halles 5 cantons
Halles de Bayonne
Les Halles
Les Halles
Les halles du Marché
Marché aux poissons
Marché de Capbreton
Marché de Ciboure
Marché de Hossegor
Marché de Labenne
Marché de Ondres
Marché de producteurs
Marché de producteurs des Halles
Marché de Quintaou
Marché de Saint-Martin
Marché de Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx
Marché de Socoa
Marché de Tarnos
Marché de Tosse
Marché des « 4 saisons »
Marché du Polo Beyris
Marché place des Gascons
Marché place du Marquisat
Marché producteurs locaux du Boucau
Marché République
Marché Saint-Charles
Marché saisonnier - Labenne Océan
Marché saisonnier -Seignosse Plage
Marché Sokoburu
Pêcherie des Allées Marines

Hotels in Biarritz

51 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agri Eder
Akena
Belambra Club
Campanile
Eugénie
Grand Tonic Hôtel
Hostellerie Victoria
Hôtel Alcyon
Hôtel Beau-Séjour
Hôtel Best Western Kemaris
Hôtel Cosmopolitain
Hôtel de Silhouette
Hôtel du Palais
Hôtel Eddouard VII
Hôtel Georges VI
Hôtel L'Atalaye
Hôtel le Biarritz
Hôtel Les Alizes
Hôtel Marbella
Hôtel Mercure Le Président
Hôtel Oxo
Hôtel Parc Mazon
Hôtel Plaza
Hôtel Régina
Hotel Saint James
Hôtel Saint-Julien
Hôtel Sofitel Biaritz Le Miramar
Hotel VAL FLORES LOGIS
Hôtel Villa Koegui
Jules Verne
Jules Verne
La Maison du Lierre
La Marine
Le Bellevue
Le Bon coin
Le Gamaritz
Le Garage
Le Grand Large
Le petit hôtel
Le Saphir
Le Talaia Hôtel & Spa Biarritz
Les Baigneuses
Les Patios d'Eugénie
Maison Garnier
Mirano
Nemea Appart'Hotel Biarritz Les Hauts de Milady
Palmito
Première classe
Résidence Bellevue Plage
Sure Hotel
Windsor

Cafes in Biarritz

28 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baillardran
Bar de la Côte
Bistrot du Haou
Bleu Café
Café de Paris
Café des Docks
Café Grand Biarritz
Caracoli
Cosmopolitain
Dodin
Eden Rock café
Etxola Bibi
Green Spot
La Coupole
La Humade
La Marine
Le Blé Noir
Le Café de la Baleine
Le Maitena
Le P'tit Café de la Grande
Les Apar'Thés
Lobita
Ma douce parenthèse
Maison Dézamy
Milwaukee Cafe
Miremont
Newquay
No. 4 Coffee Station

Cinemas in Biarritz

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Royal

Theatres in Biarritz

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Théâtre Le Petit Bijou
Gare du Midi
Le Colisée

Castles in Biarritz

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château Boulard

Clinics in Biarritz

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Postureval

Dentists in Biarritz

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Yoh et Matton
Dr Catherine Lenoir Coudert
Sophie Falaise

Veterinaries in Biarritz

5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique vétérinaire
Clinique vétérinaire
Clinique Vétérinaire de Parme
Vétérinaires 2 toute urgence
Vetivia

Train Stations in Biarritz

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biarritz

Bus Stations in Biarritz

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #804139399
Gare routière

Gas Stations in Biarritz

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

E. Leclerc
Esso Express
Relais Marne Verdun
Station Saint-Martin
Total

Banks in Biarritz

21 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Banque Populaire
Banque Pouyanne
Barclays
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Caisse d'Épargne
CCF
CIC
CIC
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel
Crédit Mutuel
LCL
Société Générale

Gyms in Biarritz

5 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basic-Fit
Biarritz Yoga Shelter
Gymnase Lagache
L'Orange Bleue
Yogang

Golf Courses in Biarritz

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf de Biarritz le Phare
Practice Biarritz le Phare

Breweries in Biarritz

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Belharra
Bipil Aguerria
Brasserie Bruel
Brasserie Cath'
Brasserie Kipett
Brasserie La Séquère
Brasserie Rosny Beer
Brasserie Zirtzil
La Clique
La Ménagerie Microbrasserie
La Superbe

Stadiums & Teams in Biarritz

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Biarritz

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Pamplona AirportPNAMedium Airport
San Sebastián AirportEASMedium Airport
Aérodrome de MimizanSmall Airport
Benesse Maremne AirfieldSmall Airport
Dax Seyresse AirfieldSmall Airport
Itxassou AirfieldSmall Airport
Ororbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Rion Des Landes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle AirfieldSmall Airport
Sames AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Biarritz

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Biarritz
Biarritz Saint-Martin
Carrefour Express
La Poste
La Poste
Relais Poste

Treatment Centers in Biarritz

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx
Les Embruns

Churches & Religious Organizations in Biarritz

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aumônerie Mintzaia
Église orthodoxe russe
Église Saint-Charles
Église Saint-Joseph
Église Saint-Martin
Église Sainte-Eugénie
Église Sainte-Thérèse
Synagogue

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 Biarritz

What is the population of Biarritz?

Biarritz has a population of 33,188 residents and is located in France. The population density is 7,375 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles.

Is Biarritz expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,691, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $177,000 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Biarritz?

Biarritz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.1 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Biarritz?

The job market in Biarritz faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,991 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Biarritz?

The median home value in Biarritz is $177,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $885.

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