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Carcen-Ponson, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Carcen-Ponson is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 622. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
622 Population 53/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,212 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$26,212 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$122,400 home value, $612/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population622
Density53/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,212
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$122,400
Rent$612
Housing Units249
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Population622
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates43.8819°, -0.8074°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,212

About Carcen-Ponson

Carcen-Ponson is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 622. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Carcen-Ponson is $26,212, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (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 37 business establishments.

Income: Carcen-Ponson vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,212
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Carcen-Ponson is $122,400, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $612 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 249 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 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,400
57% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$612
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units249

Property Tax

Climate in Carcen-Ponson

Carcen-Ponson has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.4°C / 44°F 1.9° / 10.8° 81.0
Feb 7.2°C / 45°F 1.8° / 12.7° 61.3
Mar 10.3°C / 51°F 4.1° / 16.5° 65.9
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F 6.6° / 18.6° 89.8
May 16.2°C / 61°F 10.2° / 22.3° 80.4
Jun 19.6°C / 67°F 13.6° / 25.5° 71.9
Jul 21.5°C / 71°F 15.4° / 27.6° 57.4
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 15.3° / 28.3° 59.8
Sep 18.4°C / 65°F 11.8° / 24.9° 74.1
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.4° 88.5
Nov 9.7°C / 49°F 5° / 14.4° 105.3
Dec 7°C / 45°F 2.6° / 11.4° 87.4
Carcen-Ponson experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates43.8819°N, 0.8074°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

945 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 17, 2023.

May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 118 km
Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 91 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 126 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 92 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 147 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 87 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 138 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 116 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 86 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 89 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 127 km
Apr 1, 2010 8 km ESE of Campan, France M4.3 133 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 149 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 54 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 139 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 81 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 66 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 96 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 142 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
March 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 49°F (9°C) 4.3 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Carcen-Ponson has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 43°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Carcen-Ponson

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
RPI des Petits Gemmeurs
RPI des Petits Gemmeurs
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Museums in Carcen-Ponson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cloître de l'abbaye et Salle du trésor
Graine de Forêt - Centre de découverte d ela forêt des Landes
Le Musée de la Chalosse
Maison de la Vannerie
Maison dite de Jeanne d'Albret
Musée d'art et d'histoire du Cap de Gascogne
Musée de Borda
Musée de la Vie Rurale en Pays Landais
Musée Georgette Dupouy
Préhistosite de Brassempouy

Libraries in Carcen-Ponson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Laluque0.0
Bibliothèque de Montaut0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Meilhan0.0
Bibliothèque société de Borda0.0
E-Media d'Arengosse0.0
E-Media d'Ousse Suzan0.0
E-Media de Garosse0.0
E-Media de Sindères0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Chalosse Tursan0.0
Médiathèque de Cassen0.0
Médiathèque de Goos0.0
Médiathèque de Hinx0.0
Médiathèque de Pomarez0.0
Médiathèque de Poyanne0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-aubin0.0
Médiathèque François Mitterand0.0
Médiathèque Henri Emmanuelli0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque Louise Michel0.0

Farmers Markets in Carcen-Ponson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carreau des halles
Les Halles
Les Halles de Dax
Marché d'Arengosse
Marché de Gamarde-les-Bains
Marché de Garein
Marché de Hagetmau
Marché de Hinx
Marché de la Halle à Montfort-en-Chalosse
Marché de Laluque
Marché de Morcenx
Marché de Mugron
Marché de Saint-Perdon
Marché de Saint-Sever
Marché de Saint-Vincent-de-Paul
Marché de Tartas
Marché de Ygos St Saturnin
Marché du dimanche
Marché traditionnel

Castles in Carcen-Ponson

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Bétan

Stadiums & Teams in Carcen-Ponson

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Carcen-Ponson

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-BuchMedium Airport
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Cazaux (BA 120) Air BaseMedium Airport
Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air BaseMedium Airport
Pau Pyrénées AirportPUFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de LasclaveriesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de MimizanSmall Airport
Aire-sur-l'Adour AirfieldSmall Airport
Amou AirfieldSmall Airport
Andoins AirfieldSmall Airport
Bazas Cazats AirfieldSmall Airport
Benesse Maremne AirfieldSmall Airport
Biscarrosse Parentis airfieldSmall Airport
Boeil Bezing AirfieldSmall Airport
Cabanac et Villagrains AirfieldSmall Airport
Château Vénus AirfieldSmall Airport
Claracq Villa les Palmiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Dax Seyresse AirfieldSmall Airport
Gurmençon AirfieldSmall Airport
Itxassou AirfieldSmall Airport
Luquet AirfieldSmall Airport
Malaussanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Maslacq AirfieldSmall Airport
Maupas AirfieldSmall Airport
Navarrenx AirfieldSmall Airport
Oloron Herrere AirfieldSmall Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq AirfieldSmall Airport
Ponson Dessus AirfieldSmall Airport
Rion Des Landes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Foy AirfieldSmall Airport
Sames AirfieldSmall Airport
Sévignacq AirfieldSmall Airport
Tartas AirfieldSmall Airport
Viella Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Carcen-Ponson

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Roch

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 Carcen-Ponson

What is the population of Carcen-Ponson?

Carcen-Ponson has a population of 622 residents and is located in France. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles.

Is Carcen-Ponson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,212, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $122,400 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $612 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Carcen-Ponson?

Carcen-Ponson has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.

How is the job market in Carcen-Ponson?

The unemployment rate in Carcen-Ponson is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Carcen-Ponson?

The median home value in Carcen-Ponson is $122,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $612.

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