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Biguglia, France

Corsica · France

Biguglia is a small city in Corsica, France with a population of 5,552. Elevation: 476 ft (145 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,552 Population 646/sq mi density
476 ft Elevation 145 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,628 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$25,628 median income, 7.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$148,600 home value, $743/mo rent

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About Biguglia

Biguglia

Biguglia is a commune in the Haute-Corse department of France on the island of Corsica. It is near the town of Bastia.

People

Population5,552
Density646/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$25,628
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty14.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$148,600
Rent$743
Housing Units2,221
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Population5,552
Population Density646 / sq mi
Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Coordinates42.6269°, 9.4202°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCorsica
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (841 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,628

About Biguglia

Biguglia is a small city in France (Corsica) with a population of 5,552. The city sits at an elevation of 476 feet (145 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Biguglia is $25,628, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 333 business establishments.

Income: Biguglia vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,628
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above France avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above France avg
Establishments (County)333

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Biguglia is $148,600, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $743 (36% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,221 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,600
47% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$743
36% below France avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,221

Property Tax

Climate in Biguglia

Biguglia has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.8°C), the coldest is Feb (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 821 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.5°C / 49°F 5.3° / 13.7° 70.8
Feb 9.4°C / 49°F 5° / 13.9° 60.5
Mar 11.2°C / 52°F 6.7° / 15.8° 63.7
Apr 13.6°C / 56°F 9° / 18.3° 74.6
May 17.5°C / 64°F 12.6° / 22.4° 53.6
Jun 21.4°C / 71°F 16.4° / 26.3° 39.1
Jul 24.4°C / 76°F 19.4° / 29.4° 14.3
Aug 24.8°C / 77°F 19.8° / 29.8° 20.0
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 16.6° / 26° 74.4
Oct 17.7°C / 64°F 13.4° / 22° 124.8
Nov 13.6°C / 56°F 9.5° / 17.7° 139.2
Dec 10.6°C / 51°F 6.4° / 14.8° 85.6
Biguglia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 476 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above France avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²)
Population Density646/sq mi
Coordinates42.6269°N, 9.4202°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

167 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 6, 2022.

Mar 14, 2001 34 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M4.6 148 km
Feb 24, 1997 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy M4.5 143 km
Feb 6, 2022 6 km W of Migliarino, Italy M4.3 144 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km WSW of Marina di Pisa, Italy M4.1 130 km
May 1, 2018 3 km SSW of Radicondoli, Italy M4.1 148 km
Apr 9, 1995 30 km WNW of Capraia Isola, Italy M4.1 59 km
May 20, 1998 2 km ENE of Suvereto, Italy M4.0 116 km
Apr 17, 2006 6 km W of Marina di Pisa-Tirrenia-Calambrone, Italy M4.0 128 km
Nov 17, 1993 21 km SSW of Castiglione della Pescaia, Italy M4.0 108 km
Aug 6, 1993 4 km ESE of Pomarance, Italy M3.9 143 km
Feb 26, 1997 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.9 143 km
May 17, 2005 3 km W of Marina di Pisa-Tirrenia-Calambrone, Italy M3.8 129 km
Feb 26, 1997 37 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.8 141 km
Mar 21, 1994 8 km NE of Monteverdi Marittimo, Italy M3.7 130 km
Feb 26, 1997 41 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.7 138 km
Jun 22, 1998 4 km SW of Marina di Pisa, Italy M3.7 131 km
Aug 25, 1995 5 km SW of Migliarino, Italy M3.6 142 km
Jul 23, 1992 39 km S of Portovenere, Italy M3.6 122 km
Jul 23, 1992 35 km S of Portovenere, Italy M3.6 127 km
Feb 3, 1998 39 km SE of Marina di Andora, Italy M3.6 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1846 LIVORNO Earthquake - 56 129 km
1846 TUSCANY Earthquake - - 131 km
1742 LIVORNO Earthquake - - 116 km
1646 LIVORNO Earthquake - - 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 47°F (9°C) 3.1 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
December 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in

Biguglia has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 47°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Biguglia

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du collège Campo Vallone - - - -
École maternelle Scola Corsa di Biguglia - - - -
École élémentaire Vincentello d'Istria - - - -
Collège Campo Vallone - - - -
École maternelle Simone Peretti - - - -
École primaire Toussaint Massoni Bilingue LCC Biguglia - - - -
École primaire Simone Peretti - - - -
École élémentaire La Marana - - - -
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Radio Stations near Biguglia

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
France Bleu RCFM - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Biguglia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa di è Scenze
Écomusée du Fortin
Les Cédrats Du Cap Corse
Musée
Musée archéologique de Mariana
Musée d'art sacré d'Oletta
Musée d'ethnographie de Bastia
Musée Pascal Paoli
Museum Dian'arte

Libraries in Biguglia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Bastia0.0
CDI0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Barberine Duriani0.0
Médiathèque relais de Borgo0.0
Médiathèque Territoriale Castagniccia Mare e Monti0.0

Farmers Markets in Biguglia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert de Poggio-Mezzana
Place du Marché

Hotels in Biguglia

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cala Bianca
Cors'Hôtel
Hôtel Isola
Hôtel Pineto
Igesa La MARANA
Le Lancone
Mercure

Cafes in Biguglia

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caffè d'Italia
L'Atelier du Chef

Dentists in Biguglia

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Frasali Daniel
Negroni Vital

Veterinaries in Biguglia

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire de Saint André

Train Stations in Biguglia

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Biguglia

Gas Stations in Biguglia

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eni
Esso
Total
Vito

Banks in Biguglia

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BNP Paribas
Crédit Agricole

Shopping Malls in Biguglia

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centre Commercial Rive Droite

Gyms in Biguglia

5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centre Aqua Fitness Fitswim family
CrossFit
FR #364341986
One Fitness Club
Vita Liberté

Breweries in Biguglia

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Le Parking
Ribella

Stadiums & Teams in Biguglia

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Biguglia

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Val d'Ese 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ghisoni 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Vergio 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station d'Asco-Stagnu 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Biguglia

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bastia-Poretta International airportBIALarge Airport
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airportAJAMedium Airport
Calvi Sainte Catherine AirportCLYMedium Airport
Solenzara (BA 126) Air BaseSOZMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Corte-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Ghisonaccia - Alzitone-Small Airport
Aghione Casone Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Aléria Padulone Airfield-Small Airport
domaine Aliso Rossi Airfield-Small Airport
Tallone Airfield-Small Airport
Vaitella Galeria-Small Airport

Post Offices in Biguglia

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Biguglia
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Biguglia

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Sant'Andréa
Chapelle Santa Catalina
Église Saint-André

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 Biguglia

What is the population of Biguglia?

Biguglia has a population of 5,552 residents and is located in France. The population density is 646 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles.

Is Biguglia expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,628, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,600 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $743 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Biguglia?

Biguglia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches.

How is the job market in Biguglia?

The unemployment rate in Biguglia is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 333 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Biguglia?

The median home value in Biguglia is $148,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $743.

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