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Le Gosier, Guadeloupe

Guadeloupe · 🇬🇵 Guadeloupe

Le Gosier is a small city in Guadeloupe, Guadeloupe with a population of 28,698. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
28,698 Population 1,645/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
57.5 in Annual Rain
America / Guadeloupe Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population28,698
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density1,645/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population28,698
Population Density1,645 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates16.2062°, -61.4931°
TimezoneAmerica/Guadeloupe
Country🇬🇵 Guadeloupe
State / ProvinceGuadeloupe
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,461 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age47.4 years

Is Le Gosier a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Le Gosier has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Le Gosier has a population of 28,698 with a density of 1,645 people per square mile, spread across 17.5 square miles. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 26.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

28,698
Total Population
1,645
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
17.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Le Gosier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Le Gosier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Le Gosier is N/A. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.5% (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 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Le Gosier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Le Gosier, 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 Gosier 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 Gosier has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 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 79 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area17.5 sq mi (45.2 km²)
Population Density1,645/sq mi
Coordinates16.2062°N, 61.4931°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guadeloupe

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 4.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in
June 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 5.1 in

Le Gosier has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.0") and February the driest (2.1").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,645/sq mi
Total Area17.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Le Gosier

What is the population of Le Gosier?

Le Gosier has a population of 28,698 residents and is located in Guadeloupe. The population density is 1,645 people per square mile, spread across 17.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Le Gosier expensive to live in?

Le Gosier is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Le Gosier?

Le Gosier has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Le Gosier?

The unemployment rate in Le Gosier is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Le Gosier?

22.0% of adults in Le Gosier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Le Gosier?

The obesity rate in Le Gosier 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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