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Locronan, France

Brittany · 🇫🇷 France

Locronan is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 847. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
847 Population 272/sq mi density
512 ft Elevation 156 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
57.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,179 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,179 median income, 10.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$606/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,179
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $606
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population847
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,179
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$606
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation512 ft (156 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population847
Population Density272 / sq mi
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Coordinates48.0986°, -4.2084°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation57.1 inches (1,449 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$26,179
Median Age42.3 years

Is Locronan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Locronan receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Locronan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Locronan is $26,179, 65% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $606 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Locronan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Locronan has a population of 847 with a density of 272 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

847
Total Population
272
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Locronan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Locronan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Locronan is $26,179, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Locronan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,179
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $606 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$606
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Locronan, 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: Locronan 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

Locronan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 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 512 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.1 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density272/sq mi
Coordinates48.0986°N, 4.2084°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.2 in
February 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
November 49°F (9°C) 5.3 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 5.1 in

Locronan has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 44°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (1.8").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density272/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Locronan

What is the population of Locronan?

Locronan has a population of 847 residents and is located in France. The population density is 272 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Locronan expensive to live in?

Locronan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,179, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $606 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Locronan?

Locronan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Locronan?

The job market in Locronan faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Locronan?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $606.

How are the schools in Locronan?

31.7% of adults in Locronan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Locronan?

The obesity rate in Locronan 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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