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Le Boulou, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Le Boulou is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 4,952. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,952 Population
285 ft Elevation 87 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
17.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,740 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$21,740 median income, 19.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$609/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,740
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $609
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
428% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

People

Population4,952
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$21,740
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment19.0%
Poverty19.0%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$609
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population4,952
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates42.5242°, 2.8334°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation17.6 inches (446 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.9 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$21,740
Median Age42.3 years

Is Le Boulou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Le Boulou receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Le Boulou has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Le Boulou is $21,740, 71% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $609 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

Le Boulou enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Le Boulou has a population of 4,952. 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

4,952
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Le Boulou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Le Boulou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Le Boulou is $21,740, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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: Le Boulou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,740
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
428% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $609 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$609
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Le Boulou, 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: Le Boulou 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

Le Boulou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 325 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 17.6 inches (drier 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 285 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates42.5242°N, 2.8334°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
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

Nearby Cities

St. Jean-Pla-de-Corts 1,942 pop · 2.4 mi Montesquiu d'Albera 1,095 pop · 2.5 mi Maureillas-las-Illas 2,491 pop · 2.7 mi Banyuls-dels-Aspres 1,100 pop · 3.3 mi Vilallonga dels Monts 1,265 pop · 3.6 mi Villemolaque 1,008 pop · 4.5 mi Saint-Génis-des-Fontaines 2,643 pop · 4.6 mi Ceret 8,171 pop · 5.1 mi Laroque-des-Albères 2,086 pop · 5.1 mi Ortaffa 1,192 pop · 6.1 mi Trouillas 1,552 pop · 6.1 mi Sorède 2,941 pop · 6.3 mi Bages 3,636 pop · 6.4 mi Ponteilla 1,996 pop · 7.1 mi
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