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Guilvinec, France

Brittany · France

Guilvinec is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 3,201. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,201 Population 3,370/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
39.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,235 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$24,235 median income, 14.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$120,600 home value, $603/mo rent

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About Guilvinec

Guilvinec

Guilvinec or Le Guilvinec is a commune in the Finistère department of Brittany in north-western France. The commune was created in 1880 from part of the commune Plomeur.

People

Population3,201
Density3,370/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,235
Unemployment14.2%
Poverty11.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$120,600
Rent$603
Housing Units1,280
Rent Burden27.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population3,201
Population Density3,370 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates47.7973°, -4.2846°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation39.7 inches (1,008 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,235

About Guilvinec

Guilvinec is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 3,201. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Guilvinec is $24,235, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 192 business establishments.

Income: Guilvinec vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,235
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.2%
294% above France avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below France avg
Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Guilvinec is $120,600, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $603 (48% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,280 total housing units in the city. 27.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,600
57% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$603
48% below France avg
Rent Burden27.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,280

Property Tax

Guilvinec experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below France avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density3,370/sq mi
Coordinates47.7973°N, 4.2846°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
4% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

153 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 19, 2020.

Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 139 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 110 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 81 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 86 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 59 km
Apr 23, 2002 1 km ESE of Melgven, France M3.8 37 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 60 km
Mar 28, 2002 36 km WSW of Le Palais, France M3.8 79 km
Feb 19, 2020 3 km ESE of Brest, France M3.7 66 km
Aug 22, 1998 38 km SSE of Plobannalec-Lesconil, France M3.6 39 km
May 3, 1999 1 km SE of Gouesnach, France M3.5 18 km
Dec 11, 2013 6 km WSW of Le Faou, France M3.5 52 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 146 km
Aug 24, 1996 59 km SSW of Guilvinec, France M3.5 60 km
May 14, 1994 0 km SE of Riec-sur-Belon, France M3.5 44 km
Mar 21, 2003 10 km SE of Groix, France M3.4 73 km
May 2, 1990 2 km SSE of Arzon, France M3.4 109 km
Feb 9, 2005 2 km N of Plouay, France M3.4 72 km
May 7, 2000 65 km S of Guilvinec, France M3.4 65 km
Sep 30, 2002 5 km SW of Baud, France M3.3 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
March 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
November 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in

Guilvinec has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 45°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Guilvinec

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CES Paul Langevin - - - -
École Publique Jean Le Brun - - - -
École Privée Ste Anne - - - -
École Privée St Joseph - - - -
École primaire publique Auguste Dupouy - - - -
École primaire publique Thomas Donnard - - - -
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Radio Stations near Guilvinec

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Guilvinec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abri du marin Sainte-Marine
Canot "Papa Poydenot"
Centre d'Interprétation Archéologique
Haliotika
Maison de l'Amiral
Maison du Marquisat
Maison Henaff - Musée
Maison natale de Pierre-Jakez Hélias
Manoir de Squividan
Musée bigouden
Musée Conserverie Le Gall
Musée de la Faïence de Quimper
Musée Départemental Breton
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée préhistorique à Pors Carn

Libraries in Guilvinec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque d'Ergué-Armel0.0
Bibliothèque du Finistère, Antenne du Pays de Cornouaille0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Queffélec0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de l'Île-Tudy0.0
Bibliothèque Nathalie Le Mel0.0
Espace Pierre Trépos0.0
LAC0.0
LAC0.0
Maison de l'enfance0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - Abri du Marin0.0
Médiathèque Alain Gérard0.0
Médiathèque de Combrit0.0
Médiathèque de Penhars0.0
Médiathéque Jeanne Nabert0.0
Médiathèque Julien Gracq0.0
Médiathèque René Quillivic0.0

Farmers Markets in Guilvinec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Criée de Saint-Guénolé - CCIMBO
Halles de Pont-l'Abbé
Halles Saint-François
Marché biologique de Kerfeunteun
marché de Bénodet
Marché de la Providence
Marché de Tréogat
Marché du Braden
Marché Hebdomaire de Guengat
Marché tous les jeudis

Hotels in Guilvinec

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

l'Océan
Le Poisson d'Avril
Le Sterenn
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Cap Marine

Cafes in Guilvinec

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

café de la Cale

Cinemas in Guilvinec

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Eckmühl

Monuments in Guilvinec

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dolmen de Kersinal

Castles in Guilvinec

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Manoir de Kergoz

Veterinaries in Guilvinec

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #2902863075

Gas Stations in Guilvinec

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour
Carrefour
Gazoil Pêche
Gazole Pèche

Banks in Guilvinec

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Guilvinec

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Penhors
kauri
Merlin

Airports Near Guilvinec

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brest Bretagne airportBESLarge Airport
Landivisiau Air BaseLDVMedium Airport
Lanvéoc-Poulmic Air Base-Medium Airport
Quimper-Cornouaille AirportUIPMedium Airport
Guiscriff Scaer Airfield-Small Airport
Mellac Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Ploballanec Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Plouarzel Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Poullaouen Le Stancou Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Guilvinec

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
La Poste Guiilvinec
Relais Poste

Treatment Centers in Guilvinec

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cabinet masseurs-kinésithérapeuthes
IPIDV

Churches & Religious Organizations in Guilvinec

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Joie
Chapelle Saint-Marc
Chapelle Saint-Pierre
Chapelle Saint-Trémeur
Église Saint-Guénolé
Église Saint-Nonna
Église Sainte-Anne
Église Sainte-Thumette
Temple protestant de Léchiagat

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Guilvinec

What is the population of Guilvinec?

Guilvinec has a population of 3,201 residents and is located in France. The population density is 3,370 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

Is Guilvinec expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,235, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,600 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $603 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Guilvinec?

Guilvinec has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.

How is the job market in Guilvinec?

The job market in Guilvinec faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 192 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Guilvinec?

The median home value in Guilvinec is $120,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $603.

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