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Mimizan, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Mimizan is a small city in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 6,565. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,565 Population 148/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
41.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,846 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$23,846 median income, 18.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$143,600 home value, $718/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population6,565
Density148/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,846
Unemployment18.3%
Poverty13.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$143,600
Rent$718
Housing Units2,626
Rent Burden27.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population6,565
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates44.2014°, -1.2287°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,052 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,846

About Mimizan

Mimizan is a small city in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 6,565. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Mimizan is $23,846, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 394 business establishments.

Income: Mimizan vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,846
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.3%
408% above France avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above France avg
Establishments (County)394

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mimizan is $143,600, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,626 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,600
49% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below France avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,626

Property Tax

Mimizan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area44.3 sq mi (114.8 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates44.2014°N, 1.2287°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

610 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 20, 2019.

Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 139 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 149 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 139 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 142 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 148 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 134 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 134 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 113 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 128 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 144 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 100 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 136 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 138 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 103 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 115 km
Mar 10, 2017 Pyrenees M4.1 145 km
Dec 4, 1997 8 km SE of Amou, France M4.1 86 km
Sep 5, 2002 3 km NE of Arudy, France M4.1 137 km
Nov 2, 1990 4 km NNW of Ogeu-les-Bains, France M4.1 126 km
Oct 31, 1990 6 km ENE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France M4.1 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
March 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 4.9 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in

Mimizan has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 44°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Mimizan

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Terre des Possibles
École du Bourg
Collège Jacques Prévert
École Maternelle du Bourg
École de la Plage
École Primaire Bel-Air
École de Bias - RPI
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Radio Stations near Mimizan

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Mimizan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maison de la Gemme
Maison du Patrimoine
Maison du Patrimoine de Lévignacq
Musée de l'Hydraviation
Musée des Traditions
Musée Landes d'Antan
Musée Prieuré
Surf Museum

Libraries in Mimizan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Plage Sud0.0
Bibliothèque pour Tous0.0
E-Media de Sindères0.0
Ludo-Médiathèque de Sainte-Eulalie-en-Born0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Parentis en Born0.0
Médiathèque du Pays Morcenais0.0
Médiathèque Espace Marc Lauga0.0
Médiathèque Espace Marc Lauga0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Biscarrosse0.0

Farmers Markets in Mimizan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles de Saint-Julien-En-Born
Marché Couvert de Mimizan Plage
Marché de Bias
Marché de Biscarrosse plage
Marché de Biscarrosse ville
Marché de Contis
Marché de Gastes
Marché de Lesperon
Marché de Mézos
Marché de Mimizan
Marché de Parentis-en-Born
Marché de Pontenx
Marché nocturne
Marché saisonnier de Biscarrosse plage
Marché saisonnier de Gastes
Marché saisonnier de la plage
Marché saisonnier de Parentis-en-Born
Marché saisonnier nocturne de Parentis-en-Born

Hotels in Mimizan

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Atlantique
Hôtel Bellevue
Hôtel de France
Hôtel L'Emeraude des Bois
Hôtel Le Plaisance
Le coin du lac
Single Fin

Cafes in Mimizan

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cayok Café
Lolly & Cup

Cinemas in Mimizan

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Le Parnasse

Theatres in Mimizan

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Parnasse
Scène / Animation

Castles in Mimizan

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ancienne Prison

Veterinaries in Mimizan

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Vétérinaire de la Sauveté
Cabinet Vétérinaire des Dunes

Gas Stations in Mimizan

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elan
FR #1708078168
FR #25212587
Station Service E. Leclerc

Banks in Mimizan

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole

Shopping Malls in Mimizan

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galerie du Casino

Gyms in Mimizan

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitness, gym

Breweries in Mimizan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Naturelle des Landes
Kanaha Beer
L'Escource
La Gang
La Petite Landaise

Stadiums & Teams in Mimizan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mimizan

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordeaux–Mérignac AirportBODLarge Airport
Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-BuchMedium Airport
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Cazaux (BA 120) Air BaseMedium Airport
Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air BaseMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AndernosSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Bordeaux-Léognan-SaucatsSmall Airport
Aérodrome de MimizanSmall Airport
Amou AirfieldSmall Airport
Benesse Maremne AirfieldSmall Airport
Biscarrosse Parentis airfieldSmall Airport
Bordeaux Yvrac AirfieldSmall Airport
Cabanac et Villagrains AirfieldSmall Airport
Cestas AirfieldSmall Airport
Dax Seyresse AirfieldSmall Airport
Rion Des Landes AirfieldSmall Airport
Sames AirfieldSmall Airport
Tartas AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mimizan

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
Poste de Bias
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mimizan

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame de l’Assomption
Église Notre-Dame des Dunes
Église Saint-Michel

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 Mimizan

What is the population of Mimizan?

Mimizan has a population of 6,565 residents and is located in France. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 44.3 square miles.

Is Mimizan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,846, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,600 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Mimizan?

Mimizan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.

How is the job market in Mimizan?

The job market in Mimizan faces challenges, with unemployment at 18.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 394 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mimizan?

The median home value in Mimizan is $143,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $718.

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