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Hiers, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 🇫🇷 France

Hiers is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 593. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
593 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
54.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,652 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$23,652 median income, 14.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$596/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,652
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $596
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.2%
294% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

People

Population593
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$23,652
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment14.2%
Poverty13.0%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$596
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population593
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates45.8498°, -1.0752°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation54.1 inches (1,375 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.9 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$23,652
Median Age42.3 years

Is Hiers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiers receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hiers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hiers is $23,652, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.2%, unemployment is notably high. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $596 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

Hiers enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Hiers has a population of 593. 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

593
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hiers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiers is $23,652, 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 14.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hiers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,652
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.2%
294% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $596 (49% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$596
49% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

In Hiers, 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: Hiers 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

Hiers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 270 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 54.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 56 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.1 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates45.8498°N, 1.0752°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
February 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in

Hiers has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 45°F in February to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (1.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiers

What is the population of Hiers?

Hiers has a population of 593 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 Hiers expensive to live in?

Hiers 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 $23,652, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $596 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Hiers?

Hiers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Hiers?

The job market in Hiers faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Hiers?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $596.

How are the schools in Hiers?

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

How healthy is Hiers?

The obesity rate in Hiers 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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