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Fenain, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Fenain is a small city in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 5,346. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,346 Population 1,876/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,719 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$21,719 median income, 18.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$112,400 home value, $562/mo rent

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About Fenain

Fenain

Fenain is a commune in the Nord department in northern France.

People

Population5,346
Density1,876/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$21,719
Unemployment18.5%
Poverty19.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$112,400
Rent$562
Housing Units2,138
Rent Burden28.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population5,346
Population Density1,876 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates50.3667°, 3.3000°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.0 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$21,719

About Fenain

Fenain is a small city in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 5,346. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Fenain is $21,719, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 321 business establishments.

Income: Fenain vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,719
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.5%
414% above France avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above France avg
Establishments (County)321

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Fenain is $112,400, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $562 (52% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,138 total housing units in the city. 28.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,400
60% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$562
52% below France avg
Rent Burden28.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,138

Property Tax

Climate in Fenain

Fenain has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.9°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 740 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.5° 57.6
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F 1.9° / 7.6° 50.7
Mar 7.5°C / 46°F 3.8° / 11.2° 52.4
Apr 10.6°C / 51°F 6° / 15.1° 45.8
May 13.8°C / 57°F 9.2° / 18.4° 62.2
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 12° / 21.2° 63.1
Jul 18.9°C / 66°F 14.1° / 23.7° 69.3
Aug 18.8°C / 66°F 13.9° / 23.7° 68.8
Sep 15.8°C / 60°F 11.3° / 20.2° 57.7
Oct 11.9°C / 53°F 8.3° / 15.4° 63.8
Nov 7.6°C / 46°F 4.8° / 10.3° 73.4
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.3° / 7° 75.6
Fenain experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below France avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density1,876/sq mi
Coordinates50.3667°N, 3.3000°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above France avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.2 on Jul 14, 2008.

Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 45 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 64 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 108 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 72 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 150 km
Jul 13, 2008 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium M3.8 95 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 50 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 106 km
Jul 14, 2008 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium M3.2 35 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 89 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 149 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 122 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 123 km
Jul 20, 1994 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium M3.1 47 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 96 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 26 km
May 10, 1990 1 km W of Modave, Belgium M3.1 140 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 129 km
Jul 23, 1992 3 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium M3.0 69 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 - 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in

Fenain has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 39°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Fenain

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Irène Joliot-Curie - - - -
École maternelle Catherine Poteaux - - - -
École primaire des Tilleuls - - - -
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Radio Stations near Fenain

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Galaxie FM 95.30 - MP3 128 kbps
Galaxie New Wave - MP3 128 kbps
ICI NORD régionale UNKNOWN
France Bleu Nord - MP3 128 kbps
Roots Legacy Radio - MP3 224 kbps
Canal FM - MP3 128 kbps
Galaxie Radio - MP3 128 kbps
ISEKOI Radio | Chill Zone chill, chillout MP3
Radio Studio 22 Gullegem, be (BE) - MP3 320 kbps
radio qui chifel (BE) - MP3 256 kbps
here4ears ambient, chillout MP3 320 kbps
ISEKOI Radio dance, dnb OGG
ISEKOI Radio | Non-Stop Ambient ambient, meditation OGG
Métropole FM - AAC+ 320 kbps
RCV musique, pop MP3 128 kbps
Génération Mix pop music AAC 64 kbps
RCV 99 fm electro, jazz MP3 128 kbps
Mona FM - MP3 128 kbps
ONIB Disco (BE) - MP3 192 kbps
Roots Legacy - MP3 224 kbps
ONIB Radio (BE) - MP3
KL85 (NL) - MP3 128 kbps
CN'O - AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Bingo - Roeselaere, Be (BE) - MP3 128 kbps
WRadio (BE) dance music, electronic MP3 192 kbps
Radio Scarpe Sensée - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Fenain

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancien Hôtel de Ville d'Antoing
Arkéos
Cambrai Tank 1917
Carré Janson
Centre de la Marionnette
Centre Historique Minier de Lewarde
Château de Bernicourt
Collection des arts décoratifs
Éco-Musée de Neuville-Saint-Rémy
Fort de Seclin
Fort de Seclin
Galerie Henri Casterman
Historial amandinois
La Maison Louise De Bettignies
Les Arcades
Les Arcades
Maison de la colombophilie et du patrimoine local
Maison de la Nature
Maison de Notre Histoire
Maison du Canal
Maison du Patrimoine de Proville
Mine de Wallers-Arenberg
Musée Archéologique Arkeos
Musée d'archéologie
Musée d'Histoire Militaire
Musée d'histoire naturelle et vivarium
Musée d'Ostrevant
Musée de Cambrai
Musée de la bataille de l'Escaut
Musée de la Chartreuse
Musée de la mine et des traditions populaires
Musée de la Tapisserie et des Arts textiles
Musée de la Tour Abbatiale
Musée de la Vie Rurale
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des dentelles et broderies de Caudry
Musée Diocésain d'Art Sacré
Musée du Folklore et des Imaginaires
Musée militaire de Cambrai
Musée municipal d'histoire locale
Musée Municipal de Denain
Musée Théophile Jouglet
Photothèque
Salle des Batailles
Trésor de la Cathédrale

Libraries in Fenain

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BAIU0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Achille Dupuis0.0
Bibliothèque communale de Vezon0.0
Bibliothèque de la ville0.0
Bibliothèque Gustave Ansart0.0
Bibliothèque La Micheline0.0
Bibliothèque La Péniche0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Anstaing0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Avesnes les Aubert0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Fenain0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Denis Diderot0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Victor Hugo0.0
Bibliothèque PMI0.0
Bibliothèque principale Marceline Desbordes Valmore0.0
Bibliothèque Raymond Devos0.0
Bibliothèque régionale de recherche mathématique (B2RM)0.0
Bibliothèque régionale de recherche mathématique (B2RM)0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire0.0
BU du Mont Houy (Bât. Josquin des prés)0.0
CDI Lycée Charlotte Perriand0.0
Centre Culturel L'Odyssée0.0
Centre de Documentation et d'Information0.0
Centre de documentation et de révision sciences de la terre0.0
Centre de documentation et de révision sciences de la terre0.0
Coeur de Bellain, la bibliothèque du centre-ville0.0
Espace Culture Loisirs0.0
Espace Culturel Louis Aragon0.0
La P'tite Récré0.0
LILLIAD Learning Center Innovation0.0
Livre pour Tous0.0
Maison rurale - Bibliothèque0.0
Médiath'Aix0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque André Stil0.0
Médiathèque Bernard Deloge0.0
Médiathèque d'Anzin0.0
Médiathèque de Bourghelles0.0
Médiathèque de Brillon0.0
Médiathèque de Cysoing0.0
Médiathèque de Fenain0.0
Médiathèque de Gruson0.0
Médiathèque de l'Escaut0.0
Médiathèque de Lille Sud0.0
Médiathèque de Moncheaux0.0
Médiathèque de Nomain0.0
Médiathèque de Rosult0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Aubert0.0
Médiathèque de Templemars0.0
Médiathèque Entre les lignes0.0
Médiathèque et ludothèque de Lecelles0.0
Médiathèque François Rabelais0.0
Médiathèque Gustave Ansart0.0
Médiathèque La Malterie0.0
Médiathèque La Marque Page0.0
Médiathèque Liberté0.0
Médiathèque Louis Aragon0.0
Médiathèque Louis Baudry0.0
Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar0.0
Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar0.0
Médiathèque Max-Pol Fouchet0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Municipale Jean Piat0.0
Médiathèque Norbert Ségard0.0
Médiathèque Simone Veil0.0
Médiathèue de BIllon0.0
Siloé0.0
SUAIO Université de Lille Campus Cité Scientifique0.0
SUAIO Université de Lille Campus Cité Scientifique0.0

Farmers Markets in Fenain

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles de Bernicourt
La Halle de Rosult
Marché alimentaire du Samedi
Marché couvert
Marché Couvert de Bachy
Marché couvert de Cambrai
Marché de Cambrai
Marché de Cysoing
Marché de la Place Saint-Amé
Marché de Lezennes
Marché de Lezennes
Marché de Noël
Marché de Proville
Marché de Sainte-Marguerite
Marché de Sainte-Marguerite
Marché de Thumesnil en Nord
Marché de Thumesnil en Nord
Marche fruits & légumes et poissonnerie

Gas Stations in Fenain

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour

Banks in Fenain

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Fenain

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Au-delà
Brasserie Brunehaut
Brasserie Cédille
Brasserie de l'Abbaye de Solesmes
Brasserie de Wagnonville
Brasserie des Ambrumes
Brasserie des Sources
Brasserie du Gorguechon
Brasserie du Pavé
Brasserie La Choulette
Brasserie La Gueule de
Jag&Suk
La Bigote
La Fabriqu' - Brasserie artisanale
Moulins d'Ascq
Moulins d'Ascq
Terre et Tradition

Stadiums & Teams in Fenain

TeamLeagueDivision
Decathlon Arena-Pierre Mauroy Stadium

Airports Near Fenain

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lille AirportLILLarge Airport
Chièvres Air Base-Medium Airport
Flanders International Airport Kortrijk-WevelgemKJKMedium Airport
Koksijde Air Base-Medium Airport
Merville-Calonne AirportHZBMedium Airport
Péronne Saint-Quentin Airfield-Medium Airport
Valenciennes-Denain Airfield-Medium Airport
Albert Bray airportBYFSmall Airport
Amougies Airfield-Small Airport
Arras-Roclincourt Airfield-Small Airport
Ath/Isieres Airfield-Small Airport
Bonavis Airfield-Small Airport
Bouttemy DZ-Small Airport
Cambrai Niergnies Airfield-Small Airport
Frétoy-le-Château Airfield-Small Airport
Herlies ULM-Small Airport
La Boisselle Airfield-Small Airport
La Flamengrie ULM-Small Airport
Lens-Bénifontaine Airfield-Small Airport
Marcq-en-Baroeul Airfield-Small Airport
Maubeuge-Élesmes Airfield-Small Airport
Maubray Airfield-Small Airport
Montdidier Airfield-Small Airport
Moorsele Airfield-Small Airport
Overboelare Airfield-Small Airport
Pont toussaint Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Quentin Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Ghislain Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Quentin-Roupy Airfield-Small Airport
Vitry-en-Artois Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Fenain

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre Transitoire Social Et Thérapeutique Samuel Beckett

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fenain

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Affligés
Église Saint-André

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 Fenain

What is the population of Fenain?

Fenain has a population of 5,346 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,876 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles.

Is Fenain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,719, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,400 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $562 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Fenain?

Fenain has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fenain?

The job market in Fenain faces challenges, with unemployment at 18.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 321 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Fenain?

The median home value in Fenain is $112,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $562.

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