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Candas, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Candas is a small town in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 899. Elevation: 499 ft (152 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
899 Population 227/sq mi density
499 ft Elevation 152 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,047 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,047 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$102,200 home value, $511/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population899
Density227/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$23,047
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$102,200
Rent$511
Housing Units360
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Population899
Population Density227 / sq mi
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Coordinates50.1072°, 2.2594°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (996 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$23,047

About Candas

Candas is a small town in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 899. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet (152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Candas is $23,047, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (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 54 business establishments.

Income: Candas vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,047
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Candas is $102,200, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $511 (56% below the national average of $1,163). There are 360 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 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,200
64% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$511
56% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units360

Property Tax

Climate in Candas

Candas has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 810 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.6°C / 40°F 2.2° / 7° 64.1
Feb 5°C / 41°F 2.3° / 7.7° 53.7
Mar 7.4°C / 45°F 4° / 10.9° 53.2
Apr 9.9°C / 50°F 5.5° / 14.3° 49.6
May 13°C / 55°F 8.7° / 17.3° 60.2
Jun 15.8°C / 60°F 11.4° / 20.1° 63.7
Jul 17.8°C / 64°F 13.3° / 22.4° 63.3
Aug 18.2°C / 65°F 13.7° / 22.6° 80.0
Sep 15.5°C / 60°F 11.3° / 19.7° 68.1
Oct 12°C / 54°F 8.6° / 15.3° 79.3
Nov 7.8°C / 46°F 5.2° / 10.4° 81.9
Dec 5.1°C / 41°F 2.8° / 7.4° 93.2
Candas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below France avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates50.1072°N, 2.2594°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above France avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.7 on May 22, 2015.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 142 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 140 km
Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 124 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 137 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 65 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 142 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 87 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 145 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 126 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 62 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 136 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 87 km
Jul 14, 2008 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium M3.2 114 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 51 km
Jul 20, 1994 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium M3.1 124 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 68 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 98 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 50 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 119 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m 112 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
February 38°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Candas has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.9").

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Radio Stations near Candas

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Happyness Amiens 2000s, chanson française MP3
Yellow Radio dance, deep MP3 192 kbps
Radio Campus Amiens indie, local radio MP3 128 kbps
CHIC RADIO HITS MP3 320 kbps
Happyness Radio Amiens 2000s, chansons françaises MP3 320 kbps
Saravadio alternative / indie MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Candas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beffroi
Chapelle de Louvencourt
Cité souterraine de Naours
Maison des Hortillonages
Maison Jules Verne
Moulin Musée Municipal Wintenberger
Musée de l'hôtel de Berny
Musée de Picardie
Musée des Hortillonnages
Musée local des arts et traditions populaires Auxi-Le-Chateau
Musée Lombart
Musée Vignacourt 14-18
Transition La Pisicine

Libraries in Candas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Annick Habare Darras0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Départementale de Prêt0.0
Bibliothèque Edouard David0.0
Bibliothèque Jean Giono0.0
Bibliothèque Le Petit Prince0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Molliens-Dreuil0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Querrieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Louis Aragon0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Arts0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire Cathédrale0.0
Ilse & Pierre Garnier0.0
Médiateque0.0
Médiathèque d’Amiens Étouvie0.0
Mediathèque de Berlencourt le Cauroy CCCA0.0
Médiathèque Léopold Sedar Senghor0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Candas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
l'île aux fruits
La Halle au Frais
Marché Bio
Marché de Bernaville
Marché de producteurs
Marché Hebdomadaire
Marché Hebdomadaire
Marché Hebdomadaire
Place Gorlitz

Breweries in Candas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bears' Tavern - Microbrasserie
Brasserie de la Gare
Brasserie de la Somme
La Brasserie du Bosquet
Le Miroir de Porto

Stadiums & Teams in Candas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Candas

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beauvais-Tillé airportBVALarge Airport
Abbeville-Buigny Baie de Somme AirfieldMedium Airport
Amiens Glisy AirfieldMedium Airport
Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale AirportLTQMedium Airport
Merville-Calonne AirportHZBMedium Airport
Albert Bray airportBYFSmall Airport
Arras-Roclincourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Berck-sur-Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech AerodromeSmall Airport
Bouttemy DZSmall Airport
Compiègne Margny AirfieldSmall Airport
Frétoy-le-Château AirfieldSmall Airport
Frévent ULMSmall Airport
Herlies ULMSmall Airport
La Boisselle AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Mont Dolé AirfieldSmall Airport
Lens-Bénifontaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Lœuilly AirfieldSmall Airport
Montdidier AirfieldSmall Airport
Poix de Picardie AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Omer Wizernes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Thibault AirfieldSmall Airport
Verchocq AirparkSmall Airport
Vitry-en-Artois AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Candas

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Candas

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Nativité
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Sainte-Anne
Église Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

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 Candas

What is the population of Candas?

Candas has a population of 899 residents and is located in France. The population density is 227 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.

Is Candas expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,047, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $102,200 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $511 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Candas?

Candas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Candas?

The job market in Candas faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Candas?

The median home value in Candas is $102,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $511.

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