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Saint-Bômer-les-Forges, France

Normandy · 🇫🇷 France

Saint-Bômer-les-Forges is a small town in Normandy, France with a population of 976. Elevation: 784 ft (239 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
976 Population
784 ft Elevation 239 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,350 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$23,350 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$386/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,350
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $386
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population976
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,350
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$386
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation784 ft (239 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population976
Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Coordinates48.6441°, -0.6329°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNormandy
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation40.2 inches (1,022 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$23,350
Median Age42.3 years

Is Saint-Bômer-les-Forges a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saint-Bômer-les-Forges receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Saint-Bômer-les-Forges offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saint-Bômer-les-Forges is $23,350, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 $386 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

Saint-Bômer-les-Forges experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Saint-Bômer-les-Forges has a population of 976. 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

976
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Saint-Bômer-les-Forges vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saint-Bômer-les-Forges vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saint-Bômer-les-Forges is $23,350, 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 6.9% (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: Saint-Bômer-les-Forges vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,350
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% 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 $386 (67% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$386
67% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Saint-Bômer-les-Forges, 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: Saint-Bômer-les-Forges 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

Saint-Bômer-les-Forges experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 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 784 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Coordinates48.6441°N, 0.6329°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 42°F (5°C)
3.2"
Feb 41°F (5°C)
2.8"
Mar 45°F (7°C)
2.4"
Apr 48°F (9°C)
2.3"
May 54°F (12°C)
2.7"
Jun 60°F (15°C)
2.1"
Jul 64°F (18°C)
2.0"
Aug 64°F (18°C)
1.8"
Sep 59°F (15°C)
2.7"
Oct 53°F (12°C)
3.1"
Nov 45°F (7°C)
3.3"
Dec 42°F (5°C)
3.4"

The warmest month is July at 64°F, while the coldest is February at 41°F — a seasonal swing of 23°F. December sees the most rain (3.4"), while August is the driest (1.8").

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

Nearby Cities

Domfront 4,402 pop · 3.6 mi Champsecret 1,055 pop · 4.5 mi La Ferrière-aux-Étangs 1,694 pop · 5.3 mi Chanu 1,238 pop · 6.2 mi Messei 1,910 pop · 6.4 mi Flers 17,430 pop · 7.0 mi La Selle-la-Forge 1,320 pop · 7.4 mi La Lande-Patry 1,804 pop · 8.3 mi Juvigny-sous-Andaine 1,071 pop · 8.5 mi Saint-Georges-des-Groseillers 3,357 pop · 9.2 mi Tinchebray 3,102 pop · 9.5 mi Barenton 1,426 pop · 9.6 mi Ceaucé 1,279 pop · 10.4 mi Tessé-la-Madeleine 1,302 pop · 11.5 mi
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