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Doullens, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Doullens is a small city in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 6,295. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
6,295 Population 488/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$19,904 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$19,904 median income, 24.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$110,800 home value, $554/mo rent

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About Doullens

Doullens

Doullens is a commune in the Somme department, Hauts-de-France, France.

People

Population6,295
Density488/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$19,904
Unemployment24.8%
Poverty26.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$110,800
Rent$554
Housing Units2,518
Rent Burden30.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population6,295
Population Density488 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates50.1572°, 2.3402°
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$19,904

About Doullens

Doullens is a small city in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 6,295. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 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 Doullens is $19,904, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 378 business establishments.

Income: Doullens vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$19,904
74% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.8%
589% above France avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above France avg
Establishments (County)378

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Doullens is $110,800, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $554 (52% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,518 total housing units in the city. 30.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,800
61% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$554
52% below France avg
Rent Burden30.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,518

Property Tax

Doullens 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 197 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

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²)
Population Density488/sq mi
Coordinates50.1572°N, 2.3402°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above France avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.68"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

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 M4.6 148 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 140 km
Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 117 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 131 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 64 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 136 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 90 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 142 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 119 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 61 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 135 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 89 km
Jul 14, 2008 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium M3.2 107 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 54 km
Jul 20, 1994 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium M3.1 118 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 60 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 95 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 58 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 112 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 121 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 110 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 38°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in

Doullens has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Doullens

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle RPI 12
École maternelle Lavarenne
Lycée polyvalent de l'Authie
Lycée général et technologique privé Montalembert
École primaire privée Jeanne d'Arc
Collège Jean Rostand
École élémentaire Les Tilleuls Etienne Marchand
Collège Montalembert
École Maternelle Tivoli
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Radio Stations near Doullens

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 Doullens

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beffroi
Chapelle de Louvencourt
Cité souterraine de Naours
Moulin Musée Municipal Wintenberger
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire Bruno-Danvin
Musée des Amis du Vieil-Hesdin
Musée local des arts et traditions populaires Auxi-Le-Chateau
Musée Lombart
Musée Vignacourt 14-18
Transition La Pisicine

Libraries in Doullens

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Edouard David0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Querrieu0.0
Médiateque0.0
Médiathèque d’Amiens Étouvie0.0
Mediathèque de Berlencourt le Cauroy CCCA0.0
Médiathèque de Savy-Berlette0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale du Val de Somme0.0
Médiathèque Jacques Brel0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Doullens

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Bernaville

Cafes in Doullens

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Le Doullennais

Gas Stations in Doullens

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

E. Leclerc
Intermarché
Match
Total

Banks in Doullens

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Epargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole Brie Picardie
SG

Breweries in Doullens

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Brebis Galeuse
Brasserie de la Gare
Brasserie de la Somme
La Brasserie du Bosquet

Airports Near Doullens

25 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
Péronne Saint-Quentin AirfieldMedium Airport
Albert Bray airportBYFSmall Airport
Arras-Roclincourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Berck-sur-Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
Bouttemy DZSmall Airport
Compiègne Margny AirfieldSmall Airport
Frétoy-le-Château AirfieldSmall Airport
Frévent ULMSmall Airport
Herlies ULMSmall Airport
La Boisselle AirfieldSmall Airport
Lens-Bénifontaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Lœuilly AirfieldSmall Airport
Marcq-en-Baroeul AirfieldSmall Airport
Montdidier AirfieldSmall Airport
Poix de Picardie AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Inglevert AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Omer Wizernes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Thibault AirfieldSmall Airport
Verchocq AirparkSmall Airport
Vitry-en-Artois AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Doullens

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Doullens

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ancienne église Saint-Pierre
Église de la Nativité-de-la-Sainte-Vierge
Église Notre-Dame
Église Saint-André
Église Saint-Hilaire
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Séverin
Église Saint-Vaast

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 Doullens

What is the population of Doullens?

Doullens has a population of 6,295 residents and is located in France. The population density is 488 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles.

Is Doullens expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,904, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,800 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $554 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Doullens?

Doullens 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 Doullens?

The job market in Doullens faces challenges, with unemployment at 24.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 378 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Doullens?

The median home value in Doullens is $110,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $554.

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