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Hèches, France

Occitanie · France

Hèches is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 627. Elevation: 2,113 ft (644 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
627 Population 51/sq mi density
2,113 ft Elevation 644 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,697 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$21,697 median income, 8.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$108,200 home value, $541/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population627
Density51/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,697
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$108,200
Rent$541
Housing Units251
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)
Population627
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)
Coordinates43.0164°, 0.3721°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.8 inches (1,112 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,697

About Hèches

Hèches is a small town in France (Occitanie) with a population of 627. The city sits at an elevation of 2,113 feet (644 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Hèches is $21,697, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Hèches vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,697
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hèches is $108,200, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $541 (53% below the national average of $1,163). There are 251 total housing units in the city. 25.0% 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$108,200
62% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$541
53% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units251

Property Tax

Hèches experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,113 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below France avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)
Area12.4 sq mi (32.1 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates43.0164°N, 0.3721°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.8"
15% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2023.

Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 53 km
May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 45 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 61 km
Aug 28, 2023 11 km W of Espot, Spain M4.6 67 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 44 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 63 km
Oct 4, 1999 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France M4.4 23 km
Apr 1, 2010 8 km ESE of Campan, France M4.3 10 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 60 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 141 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 113 km
Dec 12, 1996 5 km WSW of Tournay, France M4.2 22 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 105 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 111 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 52 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 65 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 93 km
Sep 5, 2002 3 km NE of Arudy, France M4.1 64 km
Jun 20, 1992 10 km S of Hagetmau, France M4.1 98 km
Feb 12, 1995 1 km N of Soumoulou, France M4.1 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
March 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
April 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in

Hèches has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 40°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Hèches

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire publique
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Radio Stations near Hèches

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Presence Lourdes christian MP3 128 kbps
Atomic radio MP3 192 kbps
GUM FM (ES) MP3 192 kbps
Frequence Luz alternative, funk MP3 128 kbps
Radio Coteaux rock MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Hèches

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aquascope
Château Lafont
Le moulin de la Mousquère
Les Marbrés de L'Espiadet
Maison des Marbres
Maison des Sources
Maison du Patrimoine de Saint-Lary-Soulan
Musée Archéologique Départemental
Musée Carrefour des Patrimoines
Musée du blason et des ordres de chevalerie
Musée Larrey
Musée Saliès
Observatoire du Pic du Midi de Bigorre

Libraries in Hèches

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Francis Jammes - Relais de la médiathèque départementale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Centre de documentation et d'information0.0
Maison des associations0.0
Médiathèque - La route des Savoirs0.0
Médiathèque Simone Veil0.0

Farmers Markets in Hèches

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halle
Halle aux Légumes
La Halle
Marché
Marché de Bagnères-de-Bigorre
Marché de Montréjeau
Marché de Sarp
Marché de Tournay

Cafes in Hèches

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chez rozenn

Breweries in Hèches

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie du Vénasque
Les Brasseurs de l'Adour

Ski Resorts Near Hèches

16 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Estació d'esquí Boí-Taüll 0.0 $0
Estación de Esquí de Aramón Cerler 0.0 $0
Estación de Esquí Aramón Panticosa 0.0 $0
Gavarnie Gèdre 0.0 $0
Luchon-Superbagnères 0.0 $0
Peyragudes 0.0 $0
Piau Engaly 0.0 $0
Val Louron 0.0 $0
Domaine de Saint-Lary 0.0 $0
Bourg d'Oueil 0.0 $0
Luz Ardiden 0.0 $0
Cauterets 0.0 $0
Le Mourtis 0.0 $0
Grand Tourmalet 0.0 $0
Nistos 0.0 $0
Hautacam 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hèches

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aérodrome de Saint-Girons - AntichanMedium Airport
Auch Gers AirfieldMedium Airport
Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées AirportLDEMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Bagnères de LuchonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Cazères - PalaminySmall Airport
Aérodrome de L'Isle-en-DodonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de LasclaveriesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de SabonnèresSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Tarbes LaloubèreSmall Airport
Aeródromo Coscojuela de SobrarbeSmall Airport
Aire-sur-l'Adour AirfieldSmall Airport
Altiport de Peyresourde BalestasSmall Airport
Altisurface d'HautacamSmall Airport
Altisurface de Balesta NatureSmall Airport
Altisurface de Cap De BarresSmall Airport
Altisurface de Cap De PouySmall Airport
Altisurface de Castillon De La LaquetteSmall Airport
Altisurface de CoumelySmall Airport
Altisurface de Ferrère BatmaleSmall Airport
Altisurface de HonteydeSmall Airport
Altisurface des Quatre Veziaux - La Hourquette d'AncizanSmall Airport
Altisurface UlsSmall Airport
Andoins AirfieldSmall Airport
Anères AirfieldSmall Airport
Arrouède AirfieldSmall Airport
Artigues AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Bacaneres AltiportSmall Airport
Bassoues AirfieldSmall Airport
Berdoues AirfieldSmall Airport
Biran AirfieldSmall Airport
Boeil Bezing AirfieldSmall Airport
Cabaliros AltiportSmall Airport
Castejón de Sos AirfieldSmall Airport
Castejón de Sos fieldSmall Airport
Castelnau Magnoac AirfieldSmall Airport
ChélanSmall Airport
Cier de Riviere AirfieldSmall Airport
Claracq Villa les Palmiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Cox AirfieldSmall Airport
En Lébé AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontrailles Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Gaussan ULMSmall Airport
Gelard AirfieldSmall Airport
Girosp AirfieldSmall Airport
Goux AirfieldSmall Airport
Idrac Respaillès AirfieldSmall Airport
La Boulouze AirfieldSmall Airport
La Serre D'aulon AltiportSmall Airport
Labatut Rivière AirfieldSmall Airport
Larreule Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hèches

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe

Treatment Centers in Hèches

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
MGEN l'Arbizon

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hèches

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Assomption
Église du Martyre-de-Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Barthélemy
Église Saint-Blaise
Église Saint-Blaise
Église Saint-Ebons
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Vincent

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 Hèches

What is the population of Hèches?

Hèches has a population of 627 residents and is located in France. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles.

Is Hèches expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,697, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $108,200 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $541 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 Hèches?

Hèches has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches.

How is the job market in Hèches?

The job market in Hèches faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hèches?

The median home value in Hèches is $108,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $541.

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