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La Roche-Bernard, France

Brittany · 🇫🇷 France

La Roche-Bernard is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 852. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
852 Population 5,012/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
49.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,760 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,760 median income, 16.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$659/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,760
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $659
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.4%
356% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population852
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density5,012/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,760
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment16.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$659
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population852
Population Density5,012 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates47.5189°, -2.3015°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation49.1 inches (1,248 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,760
Median Age42.3 years

Is La Roche-Bernard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Roche-Bernard receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. La Roche-Bernard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Roche-Bernard is $23,760, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.4%, unemployment is notably high. 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 $659 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

La Roche-Bernard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

La Roche-Bernard has a population of 852 with a density of 5,012 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 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

852
Total Population
5,012
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

La Roche-Bernard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

La Roche-Bernard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Roche-Bernard is $23,760, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.4% (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: La Roche-Bernard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,760
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.4%
356% 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 $659 (43% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$659
43% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In La Roche-Bernard, 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: La Roche-Bernard 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

La Roche-Bernard enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 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 69 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density5,012/sq mi
Coordinates47.5189°N, 2.3015°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
February 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in

La Roche-Bernard has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 44°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (1.7").

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 Density5,012/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About La Roche-Bernard

What is the population of La Roche-Bernard?

La Roche-Bernard has a population of 852 residents and is located in France. The population density is 5,012 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 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 La Roche-Bernard expensive to live in?

La Roche-Bernard 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 $23,760, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $659 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in La Roche-Bernard?

La Roche-Bernard enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in La Roche-Bernard?

The job market in La Roche-Bernard faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in La Roche-Bernard?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $659.

How are the schools in La Roche-Bernard?

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

How healthy is La Roche-Bernard?

The obesity rate in La Roche-Bernard 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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