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Plovan, France

Brittany · 🇫🇷 France

Plovan is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 642. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
642 Population 106/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,380 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$25,380 median income, 9.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$608/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,380
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $608
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population642
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,380
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$608
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population642
Population Density106 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates47.9166°, -4.3629°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,038 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,380
Median Age42.3 years

Is Plovan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plovan 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. Plovan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plovan is $25,380, 66% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, 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 $608 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

Plovan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Plovan has a population of 642 with a density of 106 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 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

642
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Plovan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Plovan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plovan is $25,380, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.6% (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: Plovan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,380
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% 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 $608 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$608
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Plovan, 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: Plovan 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

Plovan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.9 inches. 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 72 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates47.9166°N, 4.3629°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.1 in
February 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in Coldest
March 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 47°F (8°C) 5.0 in

Plovan has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 45°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.7").

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 Density106/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Plovan

What is the population of Plovan?

Plovan has a population of 642 residents and is located in France. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 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 Plovan expensive to live in?

Plovan 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 $25,380, 66% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $608 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Plovan?

Plovan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Plovan?

The job market in Plovan faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Plovan?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $608.

How are the schools in Plovan?

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

How healthy is Plovan?

The obesity rate in Plovan 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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