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Briare, France

Centre-Val de Loire · 🇫🇷 France

Briare is a small city in Centre-Val de Loire, France with a population of 6,455. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,455 Population
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
27.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,810 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$22,810 median income, 14.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$498/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,810
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $498
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.6%
306% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

People

Population6,455
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$22,810
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment14.6%
Poverty18.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$498
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population6,455
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates47.6334°, 2.7438°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCentre-Val de Loire
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation27.9 inches (709 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,810
Median Age42.3 years

Is Briare a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briare receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Briare offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briare is $22,810, 70% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.0% 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 $498 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

Briare experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Briare has a population of 6,455. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,455
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Briare vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Briare vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briare is $22,810, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 14.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Briare vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,810
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.6%
306% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $498 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$498
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Briare, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Briare 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

Briare experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 285 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 27.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates47.6334°N, 2.7438°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in Wettest
June 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.5 in

Briare has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 37°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (2.0").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Briare

What is the population of Briare?

Briare has a population of 6,455 residents and is located in France.. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Briare expensive to live in?

Briare is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $22,810, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $498 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Briare?

Briare has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Briare?

The job market in Briare faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Briare?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $498.

How are the schools in Briare?

31.7% of adults in Briare hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Briare?

The obesity rate in Briare is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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