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Hélette, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 🇫🇷 France

Hélette is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 663. Elevation: 860 ft (262 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
663 Population 73/sq mi density
860 ft Elevation 262 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,458 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$23,458 median income, 7.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$582/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,458
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $582
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population663
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,458
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$582
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation860 ft (262 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population663
Population Density73 / sq mi
Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Coordinates43.3083°, -1.2442°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,239 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$23,458
Median Age42.3 years

Is Hélette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hélette receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Hélette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hélette is $23,458, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% 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 $582 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

Hélette enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Hélette has a population of 663 with a density of 73 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 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

663
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hélette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hélette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hélette is $23,458, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.9% (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: Hélette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,458
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% 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 $582 (50% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$582
50% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Hélette, 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: Hélette 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

Hélette enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 266 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 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 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 860 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates43.3083°N, 1.2442°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
March 49°F (10°C) 3.6 in
April 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
July 71°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
November 51°F (11°C) 5.3 in Wettest
December 47°F (9°C) 4.6 in

Hélette has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 44°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (2.4").

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 Density73/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hélette

What is the population of Hélette?

Hélette has a population of 663 residents and is located in France. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 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 Hélette expensive to live in?

Hélette 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 $23,458, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $582 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Hélette?

Hélette enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Hélette?

The unemployment rate in Hélette is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Hélette?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $582.

How are the schools in Hélette?

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

How healthy is Hélette?

The obesity rate in Hélette 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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