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Plogonnec, France

Brittany · France

Plogonnec is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 2,974. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,974 Population 142/sq mi density
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
57.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,570 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$24,570 median income, 6.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$121,200 home value, $606/mo rent

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About Plogonnec

Plogonnec

Plogonnec is a commune and small town in the Finistère department of Brittany in north-western France. It is about 13 km (8 mi) north west of Quimper and 10 km (6 mi) east of Douarnenez. The town is twinned with Llandysul in Wales.

People

Population2,974
Density142/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,570
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$121,200
Rent$606
Housing Units1,190
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Population2,974
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates48.0780°, -4.1949°
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$24,570

About Plogonnec

Plogonnec is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 2,974. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet (127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Plogonnec is $24,570, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 178 business establishments.

Income: Plogonnec vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,570
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)178

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Plogonnec is $121,200, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $606 (48% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,190 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,200
57% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$606
48% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,190

Property Tax

Plogonnec 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). The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area20.9 sq mi (54.1 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates48.0780°N, 4.1949°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.1"
50% above France avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.31"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

152 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 19, 2020.

Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 144 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 111 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 79 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 83 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 52 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 72 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 149 km
Apr 23, 2002 1 km ESE of Melgven, France M3.8 35 km
Mar 28, 2002 36 km WSW of Le Palais, France M3.8 102 km
Feb 19, 2020 3 km ESE of Brest, France M3.7 38 km
Aug 22, 1998 38 km SSE of Plobannalec-Lesconil, France M3.6 66 km
May 3, 1999 1 km SE of Gouesnach, France M3.5 21 km
Dec 11, 2013 6 km WSW of Le Faou, France M3.5 21 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 123 km
Aug 24, 1996 59 km SSW of Guilvinec, France M3.5 92 km
May 14, 1994 0 km SE of Riec-sur-Belon, France M3.5 47 km
Mar 21, 2003 10 km SE of Groix, France M3.4 84 km
Sep 17, 1994 33 km NE of Plouézec, France M3.4 150 km
May 7, 2000 65 km S of Guilvinec, France M3.4 96 km
Feb 9, 2005 2 km N of Plouay, France M3.4 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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

Plogonnec 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").

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Schools in Plogonnec

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Saint-Egonnec
École primaire publique Paul Gauguin
École élémentaire privée Saint-Thégonnec
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Radio Stations near Plogonnec

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Neptune classical, jazz MP3 320 kbps
Fréquence Mutine electro, emission MP3
Radio U MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Plogonnec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abri du marin Sainte-Marine
Boat Museum
Boat Museum
Maison de l'Amiral
Maison Henaff - Musée
Maison natale de Pierre-Jakez Hélias
Manoir de Squividan
Musée bigouden
Musée Breizh Odyssée
Musée Conserverie Le Gall
Musée de l'Ecole Rurale en Bretagne
Musée de l’abbaye de Landévennec
Musée de la Faïence de Quimper
Musée de La Forge
Musée Départemental Breton
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des vieux métiers
Musée du Chemin de fer du Menez
Musée Municipal
Museum-boats

Libraries in Plogonnec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque d'Ergué-Armel0.0
Bibliothèque de Ploéven0.0
Bibliothèque du Finistère, Antenne du Pays de Cornouaille0.0
Bibliothèque éphémère0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Queffélec0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de l'Île-Tudy0.0
Bibliothèque Nathalie Le Mel0.0
Bibliothèque Ti Ar Vuhez0.0
Bibliothey0.0
Espace Pierre Trépos0.0
La Biblio0.0
Librairie Celtique0.0
Maison de l'enfance0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Alain Gérard0.0
Médiathèque de Combrit0.0
Médiathèque de l'Agora0.0
Médiathèque de l'Archipel0.0
Médiathèque de Penhars0.0
Médiathèque de Poullan-sur-Mer0.0
Médiathèque Georges Perros0.0
Médiathèque Janvec0.0
Médiathèque Julien Gracq0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathéque municipale de Châteaulin0.0
Médiathéque municipale de Châteaulin0.0
Médiathèque Youenn Gwernig0.0
Was:Bibliothèque du Pays Glazig0.0

Farmers Markets in Plogonnec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Criée de Douarnenez - CCIMBO
Halles de la Gare
Halles de Pont-l'Abbé
Halles Saint-François
Marché biologique de Kerfeunteun
Marché de Beg Meil
marché de Bénodet
Marché de Douarnenez
Marché de La Forêt-Fouesnant
Marché de la Providence
Marché de Tréboul
Marché de Tréogat
Marché du Braden
Marché du Samedi
Marché Hebdomaire de Guengat

Veterinaries in Plogonnec

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dangoxhe Michèle

Gas Stations in Plogonnec

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Super U

Banks in Plogonnec

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel de Bretagne

Breweries in Plogonnec

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Ar Vu Vihan
Brasserie du Bout du Monde
Brasserie Penhors
kauri
Plijadur

Stadiums & Teams in Plogonnec

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Plogonnec

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brest Bretagne airportBESLarge Airport
Landivisiau Air BaseLDVMedium Airport
Lannion AirportLAIMedium Airport
Lanvéoc-Poulmic Air BaseMedium Airport
Morlaix-Ploujean AirportMXNMedium Airport
Quimper-Cornouaille AirportUIPMedium Airport
Guiscriff Scaer AirfieldSmall Airport
Mellac Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Ploballanec Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Plouarzel Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Poullaouen Le Stancou AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Plogonnec

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste de Plogonnec

Treatment Centers in Plogonnec

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cabinet masseurs-kinésithérapeuthes
IPIDV

Churches & Religious Organizations in Plogonnec

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Denis
Chapelle Saint-Pierre
Chapelle Saint-Thégonnec
Chapelle Saint-Théleau
Église Saint-Thurien

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 Plogonnec

What is the population of Plogonnec?

Plogonnec has a population of 2,974 residents and is located in France. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 20.9 square miles.

Is Plogonnec expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,570, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $121,200 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $606 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Plogonnec?

Plogonnec 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.

How is the job market in Plogonnec?

The unemployment rate in Plogonnec is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 178 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Plogonnec?

The median home value in Plogonnec is $121,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $606.

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