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Bourges, France

Centre-Val de Loire · 🇫🇷 France

Bourges is a mid-size city in Centre-Val de Loire, France with a population of 67,987. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
67,987 Population 2,562/sq mi density
472 ft Elevation 144 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
39.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$23,468 median income, 15.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$616/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,468
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $616
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.1%
319% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

People

Population67,987
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density2,562/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$23,468
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment15.1%
Poverty20.0%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$616
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population67,987
Population Density2,562 / sq mi
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates47.0833°, 2.4000°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCentre-Val de Loire
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (998 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$23,468
Median Age42.3 years

Is Bourges a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bourges receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bourges has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bourges is $23,468, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $616 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bourges enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Bourges has a population of 67,987 with a density of 2,562 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

67,987
Total Population
2,562
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
26.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bourges vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bourges vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bourges is $23,468, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bourges vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,468
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.1%
319% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $616 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$616
47% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Bourges, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bourges vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Bourges has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area26.5 sq mi (68.7 km²)
Population Density2,562/sq mi
Coordinates47.0833°N, 2.4000°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,562/sq mi
Total Area26.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Saint-Doulchard 9,433 pop · 2.7 mi La Chapelle-Saint-Ursin 3,245 pop · 3.8 mi Saint-Germain-du-Puy 5,057 pop · 4.1 mi Fussy 1,977 pop · 4.4 mi Vasselay 1,124 pop · 5.1 mi Trouy 3,030 pop · 5.3 mi Marmagne 1,953 pop · 5.6 mi Saint-Éloy-de-Gy 1,392 pop · 5.7 mi Plaimpied-Givaudins 1,669 pop · 6.4 mi Sainte-Solange 1,328 pop · 8.0 mi Saint-Martin-d'Auxigny 2,124 pop · 8.3 mi Saint-Florent-sur-Cher 7,083 pop · 9.3 mi Mehun-sur-Yèvre 7,257 pop · 9.7 mi Levet 1,284 pop · 10.9 mi
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