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Bignan, France

Brittany · France

Bignan is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 2,532. Elevation: 413 ft (126 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,532 Population 143/sq mi density
413 ft Elevation 126 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
39.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,570 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$24,570 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$113,600 home value, $568/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,532
Density143/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,570
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty9.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$113,600
Rent$568
Housing Units1,013
Rent Burden26.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation413 ft (126 m)
Population2,532
Population Density143 / sq mi
Elevation413 ft (126 m)
Coordinates47.8789°, -2.7743°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation39.4 inches (1,002 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$24,570

About Bignan

Bignan is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 2,532. The city sits at an elevation of 413 feet (126 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Bignan is $24,570, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 152 business establishments.

Income: Bignan vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,570
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above France avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below France avg
Establishments (County)152

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bignan is $113,600, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,013 total housing units in the city. 26.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,600
60% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below France avg
Rent Burden26.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,013

Property Tax

Bignan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 413 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation413 ft (126 m)
Area17.7 sq mi (45.8 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates47.8789°N, 2.7743°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.4"
4% above France avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.33"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

260 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 19, 2020.

Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 50 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 21 km
Jun 22, 2005 2 km E of La Guérinière, France M4.3 110 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 33 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 28 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 56 km
Jul 11, 2014 23 km W of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.9 144 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 64 km
Apr 7, 2005 18 km WNW of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France M3.8 93 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 82 km
Apr 23, 2002 1 km ESE of Melgven, France M3.8 77 km
Mar 28, 2002 36 km WSW of Le Palais, France M3.8 94 km
Feb 25, 2015 30 km SW of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.7 128 km
Feb 19, 2020 3 km ESE of Brest, France M3.7 136 km
Sep 17, 1996 3 km NW of Soullans, France M3.6 133 km
Aug 22, 1998 38 km SSE of Plobannalec-Lesconil, France M3.6 101 km
Sep 28, 2017 1 km WNW of Tresbœuf, France M3.6 91 km
Dec 11, 2013 6 km WSW of Le Faou, France M3.5 118 km
May 14, 1994 0 km SE of Riec-sur-Belon, France M3.5 69 km
Aug 24, 1996 59 km SSW of Guilvinec, France M3.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
November 49°F (9°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in

Bignan has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 44°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Bignan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Jean Monnet - - - -
École primaire privée Saint-Henri - Saint-Joseph - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bignan

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Bro Gwened - MP3 256 kbps
Carocelt - MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Bignan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Château de l'Hermine
Château-Gaillard
Écomusée de Saint-Dégan
hangar nº 2
hangar nº 3
hangar nº 4
La Cohue
La maison d'Yves Nicolazic
Maison des chouans
Musée de poupées et jouets

Libraries in Bignan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de la Société Polymathique0.0
Bibliothèque Diocésaine0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Tohannic0.0
Le Cosy0.0
Maison Louis0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Beaupré-Tohannic0.0
Médiathèque de Brec'h0.0
Médiathèque de Kercado0.0
Médiathèque de Ménimur0.0
Médiathèque de Ploeren0.0
Médiathèque de Pluvigner0.0
Médiathèque départementale0.0
Médiathèque du Palais des Arts0.0
Médiathèque En F@im de Contes0.0
Médiathèque L'Ancre0.0
Médiathèque La p@sserelle0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Locminé0.0
Médiathèque Yvonig Gicquel0.0
Salle Communale0.0

Farmers Markets in Bignan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Au marché de Botquelen
Centre-ville
Halles aux Poissons
Halles de Mangolérian
Halles des Lices
Kercado
Les Halles
Marché bio de Saint-Avé
Ménimur
Place de la République
Place du Marché

Cafes in Bignan

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café des Sports - Chez Jacqueline

Breweries in Bignan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie la Dilettante

Stadiums & Teams in Bignan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bignan

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airportDNRMedium Airport
La Baule-Escoublac AirportLBYMedium Airport
Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) AirportLRTMedium Airport
Saint-Brieuc-Armor AirportSBKMedium Airport
Saint-Nazaire-Montoir AirportSNRMedium Airport
Vannes-Meucon AirportVNEMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Belle ÎleBICSmall Airport
Coëtquidan Air Base-Small Airport
Dinan-Trélivan Airfield-Small Airport
La Bochet Airfield-Small Airport
Pleucadeuc private airfield-Small Airport
Ploërmel Loyat Airfield-Small Airport
Pontivy Airfield-Small Airport
Queneleuc Airfield-Small Airport
Quiberon Airfield-Small Airport
Quily Airfield-Small Airport
Redon Bains-sur-Oust Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Brévin les Pins Airfield-Small Airport
St Brévin les Pins Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bignan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bignan

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bignan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul

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 Bignan

What is the population of Bignan?

Bignan has a population of 2,532 residents and is located in France. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 17.7 square miles.

Is Bignan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,570, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,600 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bignan?

Bignan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches.

How is the job market in Bignan?

The unemployment rate in Bignan is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 152 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bignan?

The median home value in Bignan is $113,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $568.

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