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Cognac-la-Forêt, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 🇫🇷 France

Cognac-la-Forêt is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,055. Elevation: 1,125 ft (343 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,055 Population
1,125 ft Elevation 343 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
51.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,749 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$23,749 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$537/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,749
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $537
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,055
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,749
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$537
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,055
Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)
Coordinates45.8333°, 1.0099°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,307 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$23,749
Median Age42.3 years

Is Cognac-la-Forêt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cognac-la-Forêt receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Cognac-la-Forêt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cognac-la-Forêt is $23,749, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $537 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

Cognac-la-Forêt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Cognac-la-Forêt has a population of 1,055. 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

1,055
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cognac-la-Forêt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cognac-la-Forêt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cognac-la-Forêt is $23,749, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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: Cognac-la-Forêt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,749
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $537 (54% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$537
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Cognac-la-Forêt, 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: Cognac-la-Forêt 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

Cognac-la-Forêt experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. 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 1,125 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,125 ft (343 m)
Coordinates45.8333°N, 1.0099°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
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

Nearby Cities

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