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Plougar, France

Brittany · 🇫🇷 France

Plougar is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 726. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
726 Population
279 ft Elevation 85 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,533 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$23,533 median income, 9.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$540/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,533
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $540
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population726
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,533
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$540
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population726
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Coordinates48.5622°, -4.1414°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation52.3 inches (1,328 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$23,533
Median Age42.3 years

Is Plougar a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plougar is $23,533, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, 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 $540 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

Plougar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Plougar has a population of 726. 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

726
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Plougar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Plougar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plougar is $23,533, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.0% (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: Plougar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,533
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% 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 $540 (54% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$540
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Plougar, 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: Plougar 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

Plougar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. 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 279 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Coordinates48.5622°N, 4.1414°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.1 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 4.2 in
March 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
November 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Plougar has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 43°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.9").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Plougar

What is the population of Plougar?

Plougar has a population of 726 residents and is located in France.. 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 Plougar expensive to live in?

Plougar 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 $23,533, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $540 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Plougar?

Plougar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Plougar?

The job market in Plougar faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Plougar?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $540.

How are the schools in Plougar?

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

How healthy is Plougar?

The obesity rate in Plougar 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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