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Le Portel, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Le Portel is a small city in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 11,100. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
11,100 Population 7,450/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
23.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$20,110 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$20,110 median income, 21.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,100
Density7,450/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$20,110
Unemployment21.5%
Poverty25.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Housing Units4,440
Rent Burden30.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population11,100
Population Density7,450 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates50.7056°, 1.5757°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (595 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,110

About Le Portel

Le Portel is a small city in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 11,100. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Le Portel is $20,110, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 666 business establishments.

Income: Le Portel vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,110
73% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.5%
497% above France avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above France avg
Establishments (County)666

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Le Portel 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 4,440 total housing units in the city. 30.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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 Burden30.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,440

Property Tax

Climate in Le Portel

Le Portel has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 892 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.2°C / 40°F -3.4° / 11.6° 78.8
Feb 6.1°C / 43°F -2.9° / 14.4° 70.4
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F -1.8° / 17.3° 67.3
Apr 9°C / 48°F -1.6° / 19.7° 44.2
May 12.4°C / 54°F 3.5° / 22.6° 53.0
Jun 16.1°C / 61°F 7.5° / 27.4° 63.5
Jul 17.5°C / 63°F 9.8° / 30.1° 58.5
Aug 18.1°C / 65°F 11° / 28.4° 56.1
Sep 16°C / 61°F 7.2° / 26.6° 79.0
Oct 12.4°C / 54°F 3.7° / 21.4° 112.8
Nov 8.1°C / 47°F 0.3° / 15.8° 111.1
Dec 5.7°C / 42°F -3° / 12.9° 97.4
Le Portel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below France avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density7,450/sq mi
Coordinates50.7056°N, 1.5757°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.4"
38% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.31"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 117 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 58 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 112 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 20 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 104 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 35 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 67 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 22 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 54 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 135 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 143 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 134 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 33 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 103 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 93 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 115 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 31 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 69 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 134 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m 36 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 50 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in

Le Portel has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Le Portel

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Jean Moulin
École maternelle Jean de La Fontaine
École primaire privée Saint-Jean-Baptiste de La Salle
Collège Jean Moulin
École élémentaire Aristide Vallois
École primaire Kergomard - Macé
École maternelle Amadeus Mozart
École maternelle Maurice Isidore
École élémentaire Aristide Vallois
École maternelle Jean de La Fontaine
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Radio Stations near Le Portel

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio RWL pop MP3 320 kbps
DR - P2 Klassisk MP3 128 kbps
Majestic Jukebox Radio (GB) 60s, 70s AAC+ 16 kbps
Radio Broadstairs (GB) MP3 128 kbps
Delta FM Saint-Omer MP3 320 kbps
TEMPO 62 MP3 128 kbps
105.9 Academy FM (Folkestone) (GB) AAC+ 48 kbps
DCR104.9 FM (GB) community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Le Portel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa San Martin
Chantier de Construction Navale Traditionelle
Château Musée d'Aumont
École-musée
École-musée
Fort de la Crèche
Forteresse de Mimoyecques
Maison de la Beurière
Maison des pècheurs
Maréis Centre De La Pêche Artisanale
Musée de la Marine
Musée du Touquet
Musée Quentovic
Todt Battery Museum
Todt Battery Museum (Casemate 1)
World War II Museum

Libraries in Le Portel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Nesles0.0
Bibliothèque et Ludothèque Delphine Levisse0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Espace Culturel Municipal0.0
Médiathéque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque départementale du Pas de Calais0.0
Médiathèque La Rose des Vents0.0
Médiathèque Les jardins du savoir0.0

Farmers Markets in Le Portel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Couvert
Marché d'Étaples
Marché de saison
Marché de saison
Marché de Stella

Cafes in Le Portel

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Rétro
Le Rivage

Gas Stations in Le Portel

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Intermarché
Supeco

Banks in Le Portel

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Mutuel

Breweries in Le Portel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des 2 Caps
La Brasserie du Goulot
Les Brasseurs des Terres d'opale

Stadiums & Teams in Le Portel

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Le Portel

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Abbeville-Buigny Baie de Somme AirfieldMedium Airport
Calais Marck AirportCQFMedium Airport
Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale AirportLTQMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Berck-sur-Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech AerodromeSmall Airport
Chalksole Green AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Channel Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Eu Mers-Le Tréport AirfieldSmall Airport
Frévent ULMSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Inglenook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lamberhurst Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Meadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Pent Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ripple AirstripSmall Airport
Saint-Inglevert AerodromeSmall Airport
Saint-Omer Wizernes AirfieldSmall Airport
Verchocq AirparkSmall Airport

Post Offices in Le Portel

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Le Portel

Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Portel

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Paul-et-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 Le Portel

What is the population of Le Portel?

Le Portel has a population of 11,100 residents and is located in France. The population density is 7,450 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

Is Le Portel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,110, 73% 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 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Le Portel?

Le Portel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches.

How is the job market in Le Portel?

The job market in Le Portel faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 666 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Le Portel?

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

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