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Garat, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 🇫🇷 France

Garat is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,548. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,548 Population
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,616 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,616 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$536/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,616
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $536
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population1,548
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,616
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$536
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population1,548
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates45.6264°, 0.2627°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation34.0 inches (863 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,616
Median Age42.3 years

Is Garat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garat 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Garat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garat is $27,616, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% 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 $536 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

Garat experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Garat has a population of 1,548. 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

1,548
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Garat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Garat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garat is $27,616, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.7% (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: Garat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,616
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% 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 $536 (54% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$536
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Garat, 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: Garat 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

Garat experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 274 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 34.0 inches. 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 338 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates45.6264°N, 0.2627°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 44°F (6°C) 2.9 in
March 47°F (9°C) 2.5 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.9 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in

Garat has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 42°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.9").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Garat

What is the population of Garat?

Garat has a population of 1,548 residents and is located in France.. 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 Garat expensive to live in?

Garat 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 $27,616, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $536 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Garat?

Garat 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 68°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Garat?

The unemployment rate in Garat is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Garat?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $536.

How are the schools in Garat?

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

How healthy is Garat?

The obesity rate in Garat 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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