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Ligny-en-Cambrésis, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Ligny-en-Cambrésis is a small town in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 1,691. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,691 Population 499/sq mi density
456 ft Elevation 139 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,572 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,572 median income, 11.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$105,600 home value, $528/mo rent

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About Ligny-en-Cambrésis

Ligny-en-Cambrésis

Ligny-en-Cambrésis is a commune in the Nord department in northern France. The first Australian soldier to fall during the First World War, lieutenant William Malcolm Chisholm, who died of his wounds on 27 August 1914, is buried at Ligny-en-Cambrésis Communal Cemetery.

People

Population1,691
Density499/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,572
Unemployment11.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$105,600
Rent$528
Housing Units676
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Population1,691
Population Density499 / sq mi
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Coordinates50.1012°, 3.3784°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (989 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.5 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$22,572

About Ligny-en-Cambrésis

Ligny-en-Cambrésis is a small town in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 1,691. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet (139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Ligny-en-Cambrésis is $22,572, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 101 business establishments.

Income: Ligny-en-Cambrésis vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,572
70% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.7%
225% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ligny-en-Cambrésis is $105,600, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 676 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,600
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units676

Property Tax

Ligny-en-Cambrésis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. The area receives 5.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below France avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density499/sq mi
Coordinates50.1012°N, 3.3784°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above France avg
Snowfall 5.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.2 on Jul 14, 2008.

Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 57 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 58 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 125 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 62 km
Jul 13, 2008 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium M3.8 103 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 122 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 49 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 71 km
Jul 14, 2008 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium M3.2 46 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 145 km
Jul 20, 1994 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium M3.1 51 km
May 10, 1990 1 km W of Modave, Belgium M3.1 140 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 52 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 125 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 112 km
Jul 23, 1992 3 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium M3.0 61 km
Aug 23, 1994 2 km E of Dikkebus, Belgium M2.9 88 km
Mar 9, 1994 1 km NW of Houthulst, Belgium M2.8 103 km
Aug 29, 1992 2 km W of Rance, Belgium M2.8 62 km
Nov 29, 1992 1 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium M2.8 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in

Ligny-en-Cambrésis has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle
École élémentaire
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Radio Stations near Ligny-en-Cambrésis

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Canal FM MP3 128 kbps
Génération Mix pop music AAC 64 kbps
Radio Scarpe Sensée MP3 128 kbps
CN'O AAC+ 96 kbps

Museums in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre Historique Minier de Lewarde
Éco-Musée de Neuville-Saint-Rémy
Familistère de Guise
La maison du textile
Maison de la Broderie
Maison de la Nature
Maison du Canal
Maison du Patrimoine de Proville
Maison Forestière Wilfred Owen
Mini musée de la Grande Guerre et de la Seconde Guerre mondiale
Moulin Brunet
Musée d'Ostrevant
Musée de Cambrai
Musée de la mine et des traditions populaires
Musée des dentelles et broderies de Caudry
Musée des Évolutions
Musée Diocésain d'Art Sacré
Musée du Vermandois
Musée Henri Matisse
Musée militaire de Cambrai
Musée Municipal de Denain
Touage de Riqueval

Libraries in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Gustave Ansart0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale - Centre socio-culturel Fabrice Tupet0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Avesnes les Aubert0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Guise0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Victor Hugo0.0
Bibliothèque PMI0.0
BU du Mont Houy (Bât. Josquin des prés)0.0
Centre de Documentation et d'Information0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Bernard Deloge0.0
Médiathèque de l'Escaut0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Aubert0.0
Médiathèque François Rabelais0.0
Médiathèque Gustave Ansart0.0
Médiathèque La Malterie0.0
Médiathèque Liberté0.0
Médiathèque Max-Pol Fouchet0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale du Cateau-Cambrésis0.0
Médiathèque Norbert Ségard0.0

Farmers Markets in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert
Marché couvert de Cambrai
Marché de Cambrai
Marché de Noël
Marché de Proville
Marché des Digues

Castles in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Ligny

Breweries in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de l'Abbaye de Solesmes
Brasserie de l'Abbaye de Vaucelles
Brasserie de la Villette
Brasserie Dreum
Brasserie Historique de l'Abbaye du Cateau
Brasserie La Choulette
Terre et Tradition

Stadiums & Teams in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ligny-en-Cambrésis

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lille AirportLILLarge Airport
Chièvres Air BaseMedium Airport
Flanders International Airport Kortrijk-WevelgemKJKMedium Airport
Merville-Calonne AirportHZBMedium Airport
Péronne Saint-Quentin AirfieldMedium Airport
Valenciennes-Denain AirfieldMedium Airport
Albert Bray airportBYFSmall Airport
Amougies AirfieldSmall Airport
Arras-Roclincourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Ath/Isieres AirfieldSmall Airport
Avaux-Les Bourdons Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonavis AirfieldSmall Airport
Bouttemy DZSmall Airport
Cambrai Niergnies AirfieldSmall Airport
Compiègne Margny AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbeny Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Frétoy-le-Château AirfieldSmall Airport
Herlies ULMSmall Airport
La Boisselle AirfieldSmall Airport
La Flamengrie ULMSmall Airport
Laon-Chambry AirfieldSmall Airport
Lens-Bénifontaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Marcq-en-Baroeul AirfieldSmall Airport
Maubeuge-Élesmes AirfieldSmall Airport
Maubray AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuflieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Overboelare AirfieldSmall Airport
Ployart Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Pont toussaint AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Quentin Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Ghislain AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Quentin-Roupy AirfieldSmall Airport
Val de l'Ailette AirfieldSmall Airport
Vitry-en-Artois AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de Poste de Ligny-en-Cambrésis

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ligny-en-Cambrésis

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Roch
Église Saint-Martin

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 Ligny-en-Cambrésis

What is the population of Ligny-en-Cambrésis?

Ligny-en-Cambrésis has a population of 1,691 residents and is located in France. The population density is 499 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.

Is Ligny-en-Cambrésis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,572, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,600 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ligny-en-Cambrésis?

Ligny-en-Cambrésis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ligny-en-Cambrésis?

The job market in Ligny-en-Cambrésis faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ligny-en-Cambrésis?

The median home value in Ligny-en-Cambrésis is $105,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $528.

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