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Bidache, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Bidache is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,152. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,152 Population 98/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,840 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,840 median income, 10.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$140,600 home value, $703/mo rent

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About Bidache

Bidache

Bidache is a town and commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of south western France. Between 1570 and 1793 it was the centre of the sovereign Principality of Bidache.

People

Population1,152
Density98/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,840
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$140,600
Rent$703
Housing Units461
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population1,152
Population Density98 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates43.4832°, -1.1413°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,239 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$24,840

About Bidache

Bidache is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,152. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Bidache is $24,840, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (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 69 business establishments.

Income: Bidache vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,840
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bidache is $140,600, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below the national average of $1,163). There are 461 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 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,600
50% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units461

Property Tax

Bidache enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 266 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 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates43.4832°N, 1.1413°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"
28% above France avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

993 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 17, 2023.

Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 81 km
May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 100 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 74 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 75 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 96 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 71 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 99 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 88 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 74 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 37 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 97 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 76 km
Apr 1, 2010 8 km ESE of Campan, France M4.3 127 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 42 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 83 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 56 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 37 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 100 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 88 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 26 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in
March 51°F (10°C) 3.7 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
July 71°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
September 65°F (19°C) 3.7 in
October 60°F (15°C) 4.6 in
November 53°F (11°C) 5.8 in Wettest
December 49°F (9°C) 5.2 in

Bidache has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 44°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Bidache

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège du Pays de Bidache - - - -
École publique bilingue - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bidache

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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 Bidache

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye d'Arthous
Espace Culturel Bideak
Fonds Labégorre
Moulin-musée-manufacture
Musée de Borda
Musée de l'ALAT et de l'hélicoptère
Musée de la chaise
Musée de la colline de Gaztelu
Musée de la mine
Musée des Vieux Outils
Musée du fruit
Musée du Sel et des Traditions Béarnaises
Musée du Sel et des Traditions Béarnaises
Musée Georgette Dupouy
Tour Monréal
Xanxotea

Libraries in Bidache

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque annexe de Gaâs0.0
Bibliothèque de Mées0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Lon-les-Mines0.0
Bibliothèque de Seignosse0.0
Bibliothèque de Sorde l'Abbaye0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Gabriel Fauthoux0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothèque société de Borda0.0
Médi@tèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque d'Orist0.0
Médiathèque d'Orthevielle0.0
Médiathèque de Bélus0.0
Médiathèque de Goos0.0
Médiathèque de Hinx0.0
Médiathèque de Pey0.0
Médiathèque des arrigans0.0
Médiathèque des Arrigans0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale d'Amikuze0.0
Médiathèque L'anima0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Espil0.0
Médiathèque Roland Barthes0.0

Farmers Markets in Bidache

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carreau des halles
Halle de Seignosse
Les Halles de Dax
Marché couvert
Marché de Biaudos
Marché de Hinx
Marché de Peyrehorade
Marché de Saint-Geours de Maremne
Marché de Saint-Martin-de-Hinx
Marché de Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx
Marché de Saint-Vincent de Tyrosse
Marché de Tosse
Marché du dimanche

Castles in Bidache

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Bidache
Le Château de Gramont

Gas Stations in Bidache

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elan
Intermarché

Banks in Bidache

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Bidache

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Aguiana
Brasserie Kipett
Brasserie La Séquère
Brasserie Luma
Brasserie Rosny Beer
Centre de brassotherapie
La Brasserie du Pays Basque
La Clouque

Stadiums & Teams in Bidache

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Ski Resorts Near Bidache

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Le Somport 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Estación Invernal de Astún 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Pierre-Saint-Martin 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bidache

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air Base-Medium Airport
Pamplona AirportPNAMedium Airport
Pau Pyrénées AirportPUFMedium Airport
San Sebastián AirportEASMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Mimizan-Small Airport
Amou Airfield-Small Airport
Benesse Maremne Airfield-Small Airport
Dax Seyresse Airfield-Small Airport
Escary Aramits Altiport-Small Airport
Gurmençon Airfield-Small Airport
Itxassou Airfield-Small Airport
Malaussanne Airfield-Small Airport
Maslacq Airfield-Small Airport
Navarrenx Airfield-Small Airport
Oloron Herrere Airfield-Small Airport
Ororbia Airfield-Small Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq Airfield-Small Airport
Rion Des Landes Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle Airfield-Small Airport
Sames Airfield-Small Airport
Tartas Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bidache

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bidache

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bidache

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur

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 Bidache

What is the population of Bidache?

Bidache has a population of 1,152 residents and is located in France. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 square miles.

Is Bidache expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,840, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,600 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bidache?

Bidache enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bidache?

The job market in Bidache faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bidache?

The median home value in Bidache is $140,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $703.

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