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Gahard, France

Brittany · 🇫🇷 France

Gahard is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 997. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
997 Population 103/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,985 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$25,985 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$574/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,985
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $574
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population997
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$25,985
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$574
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population997
Population Density103 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates48.2976°, -1.5195°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,011 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$25,985
Median Age42.3 years

Is Gahard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gahard receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gahard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gahard is $25,985, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $574 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

Gahard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Gahard has a population of 997 with a density of 103 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. 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

997
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gahard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gahard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gahard is $25,985, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.0% (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: Gahard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,985
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% 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 $574 (51% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$574
51% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Gahard, 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: Gahard 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

Gahard experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. The area receives 3.7 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 295 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (25.0 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates48.2976°N, 1.5195°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
February 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in

Gahard has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 42°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (1.8").

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

Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gahard

What is the population of Gahard?

Gahard has a population of 997 residents and is located in France. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Gahard expensive to live in?

Gahard is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $25,985, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $574 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Gahard?

Gahard 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 64°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Gahard?

Gahard has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Gahard?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $574.

How are the schools in Gahard?

31.7% of adults in Gahard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gahard?

The obesity rate in Gahard is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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