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Les Arcs, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Les Arcs is a small city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 5,910. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
5,910 Population 259/sq mi density
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
30.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,268 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$24,268 median income, 11.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$152,000 home value, $760/mo rent

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People

Population5,910
Density259/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$24,268
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty18.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$152,000
Rent$760
Housing Units2,364
Rent Burden28.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Population5,910
Population Density259 / sq mi
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates43.4633°, 6.4788°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation30.3 inches (769 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,268

About Les Arcs

Les Arcs is a small city in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 5,910. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Les Arcs is $24,268, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 355 business establishments.

Income: Les Arcs vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,268
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above France avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above France avg
Establishments (County)355

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Les Arcs is $152,000, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,364 total housing units in the city. 28.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,000
46% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below France avg
Rent Burden28.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,364

Property Tax

Les Arcs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above France avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area22.9 sq mi (59.2 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates43.4633°N, 6.4788°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.3"
20% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.21"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,565 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 20, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 91 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 128 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 141 km
Mar 14, 2001 34 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M4.6 133 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 80 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 116 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 142 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 93 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 139 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 120 km
Feb 27, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 115 km
Nov 8, 1997 1 km WSW of Caprauna, Italy M4.1 138 km
May 16, 2023 16 km W of Pleyne, Italy M4.1 124 km
Sep 14, 2024 62 km SE of Ramatuelle, France M4.1 89 km
Apr 11, 1998 1 km SW of Oncino, Italy M4.1 145 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 148 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 146 km
Jul 14, 2014 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 115 km
Apr 24, 1995 14 km SE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.0 80 km
Jun 22, 2014 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.0 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) Meteorological 10.0 m 9 68 km
1968 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Earthquake 3.0 m 140 km
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 91 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake 650 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in Wettest
November 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
December 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in

Les Arcs has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 45°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Les Arcs

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Jean Jaurès
École Jean Jaurès
École Jean Jaurès
Groupe scolaire Jean Jaurès
Lycée professionnel les Magnanarelles
École Hélène Vidal
Collège Jacques Prévert
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Radio Stations near Les Arcs

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM 80 FUNKY MUSIC 80's, disco MP3 192 kbps
Radio Couleur Sud généraliste, provence MP3 320 kbps
Veronica 60's & 70's pop rock MP3 96 kbps
Ràdio Nissa Pantai music, occitan MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Les Arcs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'histoire et d'étude des troupes d'outre-mer (CHEtom°
Eco-musée du Pays de Fayence
Hôtel Départemental des Expositions du Var
La Maison de la Préhistoire J.Landréat - F.Puigdellivol
La Tour Carrée
Maison de l'Histoire des Arcs
Maison des Papillons
Maison des Sapeurs-Pompiers du Var
Maison du Patrimoine
Maison Waldberg
Mini musée de plein air archéologique
Musée Camos
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée d'Histoire Maritime de Saint-Tropez
Musée de Faykod
Musée de l'Annonciade
Musée de l'Artillerie
Musée de l'Histoire et des traditions mottoises
Musée de la fabrique du marron glacé
Musée de la gendarmerie et du cinéma
Musée de la justice
Musée de la Libération
Musée de la Mécanographie
Musée des Arts et Traditions Populaires
Musée des Fossiles & Minéraux
Musée des Troupes de Marine
Musée du Garde Champêtre
Musée Maria DE FAYKOD
ORGANuGAMMusEum
Terra Rossa
Venet Foundation

Libraries in Les Arcs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives Départementales du Var0.0
Bibliotheque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Jean Salomone0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Espace municipal Léon Gambetta0.0
Le Pigeonnier0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Communautaire0.0
Médiathèque de Lorgues0.0
Médiathèque du Muy0.0
Médiathèque Jacqueline de Romilly0.0

Farmers Markets in Les Arcs

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Halle de Grimaud
Marché couvert
Marché de Port Grimaud
Marché Provençal
Place de la République
Place Le Bigot
Place Victor Hugo

Hotels in Les Arcs

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Aurélia
Hôtel Charles
Le Château d'Argens
Le Château d'Argens

Cafes in Les Arcs

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café de la Tour
Café de Paris
Le 421

Theatres in Les Arcs

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre du Réal

Castles in Les Arcs

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Villeneuve

Dentists in Les Arcs

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #7392663946

Train Stations in Les Arcs

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Arcs - Draguignan

Gas Stations in Les Arcs

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hyper U
Super U
Système U

Banks in Les Arcs

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
SG

Gyms in Les Arcs

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fit & move

Breweries in Les Arcs

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Dracénoise
La Bodega
La Tchouc

Stadiums & Teams in Les Arcs

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Les Arcs

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
L'Audibergue 0.0 $0
Gréolières-Les-Neiges 0.0 $0
La Colle Saint Michel 0.0 $0
Roubion-Les-Buisses 0.0 $0
Domaine skiable Valberg 0.0 $0
Val Pelens 0.0 $0

Airports Near Les Arcs

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nice-Côte d'Azur AirportNCELarge Airport
Cannes Mandelieu AirportCEQMedium Airport
Le Castellet AirportCTTMedium Airport
Le Luc-Le Cannet AirfieldMedium Airport
Toulon-Hyères AirportTLNMedium Airport
Basse Maure AirfieldSmall Airport
Brue Auriac St Estève AirfieldSmall Airport
Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban AirfieldSmall Airport
Cipières Alpes d'Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Cogolin Grimaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Lèques AirfieldSmall Airport
Cruis Mas des Grailles AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuers-Pierrefeu AirfieldSmall Airport
Fayence-Tourrettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Flayosc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fréjus Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Isola 2000 AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Limate AirfieldSmall Airport
La Môle AirportLTTSmall Airport
La Mure-Argens AirfieldSmall Airport
La Roquebrussanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Queyrons AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Valettes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Oraison AirfieldSmall Airport
Pampelonne AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Puimoisson AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ségriès AirfieldSmall Airport
Thèmes Ultralight Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Basse AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Chamatte AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface (2)Small Airport
Valberg AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Vinon AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Les Arcs

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Les Arcs

Treatment Centers in Les Arcs

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique Les Espérels

Churches & Religious Organizations in Les Arcs

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Pierre du Parage
Église du martyre de Saint-Jean-Baptiste

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 Les Arcs

What is the population of Les Arcs?

Les Arcs has a population of 5,910 residents and is located in France. The population density is 259 people per square mile, spread across 22.9 square miles.

Is Les Arcs expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,268, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,000 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Les Arcs?

Les Arcs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.3 inches.

How is the job market in Les Arcs?

The job market in Les Arcs faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 355 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Les Arcs?

The median home value in Les Arcs is $152,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $760.

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