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Porchères, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 🇫🇷 France

Porchères is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 795. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
795 Population
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
47.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,799 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,799 median income, 12.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$586/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,799
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $586
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population795
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,799
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$586
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population795
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates45.0297°, 0.0103°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation47.9 inches (1,217 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.7 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$22,799
Median Age42.3 years

Is Porchères a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Porchères receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Porchères offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Porchères is $22,799, 70% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, 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 $586 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

Porchères enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Porchères has a population of 795. 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

795
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Porchères vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Porchères vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Porchères is $22,799, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.9% (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: Porchères vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,799
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% 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 $586 (50% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$586
50% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Porchères, 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: Porchères 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

Porchères enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 70°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 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.7 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 92 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates45.0297°N, 0.0103°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in

Porchères has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 44°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (2.0").

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 Porchères

What is the population of Porchères?

Porchères has a population of 795 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 Porchères expensive to live in?

Porchères 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 $22,799, 70% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $586 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Porchères?

Porchères enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Porchères?

The job market in Porchères faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Porchères?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $586.

How are the schools in Porchères?

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

How healthy is Porchères?

The obesity rate in Porchères 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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