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Hostens, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Hostens is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 809. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
809 Population 13/sq mi density
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
48.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,656 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,656 median income, 10.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population809
Density13/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,656
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Housing Units324
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Population809
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates44.4927°, -0.6396°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation48.7 inches (1,237 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.2 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$24,656

About Hostens

Hostens is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 809. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Hostens is $24,656, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: Hostens vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,656
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hostens is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 324 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$124,000
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units324

Property Tax

Hostens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 277 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 48.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area60.2 sq mi (156.0 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates44.4927°N, 0.6396°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.7"
28% above France avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

248 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.2 on Apr 6, 2019.

Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 149 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 96 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 149 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 147 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 145 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 135 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 120 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 142 km
Feb 12, 1995 1 km N of Soumoulou, France M4.1 139 km
Dec 4, 1997 8 km SE of Amou, France M4.1 106 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 131 km
Nov 2, 1990 4 km NNW of Ogeu-les-Bains, France M4.1 145 km
Oct 31, 1990 6 km ENE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M4.1 112 km
Jun 20, 1992 10 km S of Hagetmau, France M4.1 104 km
Jul 30, 1992 4 km N of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M4.0 109 km
Oct 13, 2003 2 km NW of Artix, France M4.0 120 km
Jan 14, 1996 5 km NNE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.9 109 km
Apr 25, 2016 3 km E of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.9 114 km
Jan 14, 1996 7 km N of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.9 107 km
Jan 17, 1996 7 km NNW of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M3.9 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
February 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
December 44°F (6°C) 4.1 in Coldest, Wettest

Hostens has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 44°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Hostens

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Nathalie Constantini
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Hostens

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
France Info MP3 128 kbps
France Inter UNKNOWN
Europe 1 aac, news AAC 128 kbps
RMC infos, news UNKNOWN
france info (lofi) info, lofi MP3 32 kbps
Ola Radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Orient arabic music, islam MP3
France Bleu Gironde MP3 128 kbps
Radio campus bordeaux blues, classique MP3 128 kbps
Airzen Radio AAC
F. HITS AQUITAINE musique, pop AAC 96 kbps
Radio MDM MP3 192 kbps
RCF Bordeaux christian MP3 128 kbps
France inter - La musique Inter UNKNOWN
Wit FM 2000 MP3 128 kbps
ATLANTICA RADIO MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dunes MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Hostens

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fontaine Sainte-Radegonde
Les Indiennes de Beautiran
Maison de l'Estupe Huc
Maison de la Réserve Naturelle géologique
Musée de la Vigne et du Vin du Chateau Lagueloup
Villa Maglya

Libraries in Hostens

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Espace Culturel Georges Brassens0.0
Maison Péreire0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Cestas0.0
Médiathèque de Salles0.0
Médiathèque Le Chalet0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Hostens

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Cestas
Marché de Landiras
Marché de Léognan
Marché de Luxey

Theme Parks in Hostens

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nature Landes

Breweries in Hostens

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des pins

Stadiums & Teams in Hostens

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hostens

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordeaux–Mérignac AirportBODLarge Airport
Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-BuchMedium Airport
Cazaux (BA 120) Air BaseMedium Airport
Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air BaseMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AndernosSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Bordeaux-Léognan-SaucatsSmall Airport
Aérodrome de MimizanSmall Airport
Arbis Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Bazas Cazats AirfieldSmall Airport
Biscarrosse Parentis airfieldSmall Airport
Bordeaux Yvrac AirfieldSmall Airport
Cabanac et Villagrains AirfieldSmall Airport
Campin AirfieldSmall Airport
Cestas AirfieldSmall Airport
Château Vénus AirfieldSmall Airport
La Réole Floudes AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Libourne-Artigues-de-Lussac AirfieldSmall Airport
Maupas AirfieldSmall Airport
Nogaro AirfieldSmall Airport
Rion Des Landes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Aignan AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Pierre-de-Bat Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Foy AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Hélène AirfieldSmall Airport
Tartas AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm air estuaire AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hostens

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste - Hostens
Poste Annexe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hostens

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Sainte-Catherine
Église Notre-Dame et Saint-Antoine
Église Saint-Jean
Église Saint-Pierre

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 Hostens

What is the population of Hostens?

Hostens has a population of 809 residents and is located in France. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 60.2 square miles.

Is Hostens expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,656, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 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 Hostens?

Hostens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hostens?

The job market in Hostens faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hostens?

The median home value in Hostens is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620.

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