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Léon, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Léon is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,573. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,573 Population 41/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
46.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,644 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$26,644 median income, 12.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $700/mo rent

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About Léon

Léon

Léon is a commune in the Landes department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in south-western France.

People

Population1,573
Density41/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$26,644
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$700
Housing Units629
Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population1,573
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates43.8775°, -1.3031°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation46.6 inches (1,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,644

About Léon

Léon is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,573. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Léon is $26,644, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 94 business establishments.

Income: Léon vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,644
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above France avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below France avg
Establishments (County)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Léon is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163). There are 629 total housing units in the city. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below France avg
Rent Burden27.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units629

Property Tax

Léon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above France avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area38.8 sq mi (100.4 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates43.8775°N, 1.3031°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"
23% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.47"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

879 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 10, 2017.

May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 140 km
Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 116 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 113 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 124 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 113 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 109 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 113 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 138 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 110 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 77 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 134 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 114 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 109 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 71 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 82 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 104 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 74 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 101 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 121 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
March 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
November 51°F (10°C) 5.5 in Wettest
December 47°F (8°C) 5.5 in

Léon has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 45°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Léon

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Les pignons
École maternelle Les pignons
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Radio Stations near Léon

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Wave Radio beach, surf MP3 160 kbps
Antxeta irratia local news, news MP3 192 kbps
Gure irratia MP3 128 kbps
Radio LAPURDI Irratia christian MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Léon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abri de la Pinasse
Fonds Labégorre
Maison de l'Oralité et du Patrimoine
Maison de la Gemme
Maison du Patrimoine de Lévignacq
Musée de Borda
Musée de l'ALAT et de l'hélicoptère
Musée Landes d'Antan

Libraries in Léon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Mées0.0
Bibliothèque de Seignosse0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Gabriel Fauthoux0.0
Médi@tèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - L'Écume des Jours0.0
Médiathèque d'Orist0.0
Médiathèque de Pey0.0
Médiathèque de Soustons0.0
Médiathèque du Pays Morcenais0.0
Médiathèque Maximilien Kogoj0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Léon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carreau des halles
Halle de Seignosse
Halles de Saint-Julien-En-Born
Les Halles
Les Halles de Dax
Les halles du Marché
Marché aux poissons
Marché d'Azur
Marché d'été de Soustons Plage
Marché de Capbreton
Marché de Castets
Marché de Contis
Marché de Hossegor
Marché de Léon
Marché de Lesperon
Marché de Linxe
Marché de Magescq
Marché de Messanges
Marché de Messanges
Marché de Mézos
Marché de Moliets et Maâ
Marché de Moliets et Maâ
Marché de producteurs
Marché de Saint-Geours de Maremne
Marché de Saint-Vincent de Tyrosse
Marché de Soustons
Marché de Taller
Marché de Tosse
Marché de Vieux Boucau
Marché de Vieux-Boucau
Marché des métiers d'art de Vieux-Boucau
Marché du dimanche
Marché nocturne d'été
Marché saisonnier -Seignosse Plage

Cinemas in Léon

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Culturel

Theatres in Léon

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre de verdure
Théâtre de Verdure

Gas Stations in Léon

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour Market

Banks in Léon

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Léon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie La Séquère
Brasserie Naturelle des Landes
Brasserie Rosny Beer
Centre de brassotherapie
La Petite Landaise

Stadiums & Teams in Léon

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Léon

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-BuchMedium Airport
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Cazaux (BA 120) Air BaseMedium Airport
San Sebastián AirportEASMedium Airport
Aérodrome de MimizanSmall Airport
Amou AirfieldSmall Airport
Benesse Maremne AirfieldSmall Airport
Biscarrosse Parentis airfieldSmall Airport
Cabanac et Villagrains AirfieldSmall Airport
Dax Seyresse AirfieldSmall Airport
Gurmençon AirfieldSmall Airport
Itxassou AirfieldSmall Airport
Maslacq AirfieldSmall Airport
Navarrenx AirfieldSmall Airport
Oloron Herrere AirfieldSmall Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq AirfieldSmall Airport
Rion Des Landes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle AirfieldSmall Airport
Sames AirfieldSmall Airport
Tartas AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Léon

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Léon
Relais Poste

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 Léon

What is the population of Léon?

Léon has a population of 1,573 residents and is located in France. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 38.8 square miles.

Is Léon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,644, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,000 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Léon?

Léon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches.

How is the job market in Léon?

The job market in Léon faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 94 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Léon?

The median home value in Léon is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

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