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Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,824. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,824 Population 1,737/sq mi density
541 ft Elevation 165 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,911 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,911 median income, 9.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$124,800 home value, $624/mo rent

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About Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department in south-western France. It is close to Ostabat in the Pyrenean foothills. The town is the old capital of the traditional Basque province of Lower Navarre. Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is the second most popular starting point of the French Way. It is a member of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France Association.

People

Population1,824
Density1,737/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$23,911
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,800
Rent$624
Housing Units730
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Population1,824
Population Density1,737 / sq mi
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates43.1647°, -1.2373°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.8 inches (1,112 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,911

About Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,824. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is $23,911, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 109 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,911
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)109

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is $124,800, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $624 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 730 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,800
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$624
46% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units730

Property Tax

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below France avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,737/sq mi
Coordinates43.1647°N, 1.2373°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.8"
15% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.69"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,019 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 17, 2023.

May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 91 km
Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 82 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 39 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 71 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 68 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 91 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 70 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 64 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 41 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 9 km
Apr 1, 2010 8 km ESE of Campan, France M4.3 124 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 74 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 63 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 56 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 89 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 71 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 28 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 27 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 57 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 28 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 47°F (9°C) 4.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 41°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège privé Saint-Jean de Mayorga
École Primaire Privée Sainte-Marie
Lycée polyvalent de Navarre
Section d'Enseignement Professionnel du Lycée Polyvalent de Navarre
École Maternelle
Collége La Citadelle
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Euskalerria Irratia (ES) music, news MP3 128 kbps
Irulegiko Irratia abisuak, basque music MP3 320 kbps
Wave Radio beach, surf MP3 160 kbps
Antxeta irratia local news, news MP3 192 kbps
Gure irratia MP3 128 kbps
Radio LAPURDI Irratia christian MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amaiur arkeologia-zentroa
Centre d'évoquation du village Ateka
Centre d'Interprétation Amerikanoinea
Centre d'interprétation de l'AOP Ossau Iraty
Centre d'Interprétation des stèles du Pays Basque
Centre d'interprétation du piment d'Espelette
Chocolaterie Musée
Don Quichosse Espadrilles
Espace Culturel Bideak
Luzaide Erakusketa Zentroa
Maison des Fouilles Pôle archéologique
Mehaka
Musée archéologique
Musée de la colline de Gaztelu
Olhaberri Centre D'interprétation du Patrimoine Minier et Métallurgique
Orreagako museoa
Prison des Evêques
Santxotena - Gorrienea museo etxea
Santxotena parke museoa
Villa Arnaga
Xanxotea

Libraries in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aurizberriko herri liburutegia0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Centre Lapurdi0.0
Médiathèque de Cambo-les-Bains0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale d'Amikuze0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Espil0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert
Marché couvert

Hotels in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Hotel
Esponda
Gîtes Izaxulo
Hôtel des Pyrénées
Hôtel Ramuntcho
Izaxulo
Les Remparts
Xoko Goxoa

Cafes in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café des Remparts
Café des Sports
Le Navarre

Cinemas in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Vauban

Monuments in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monument M. Renaud

Castles in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citadelle de Saint Jean Pied de Port

Train Stations in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Gas Stations in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour

Banks in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Michel Inchauspé

Breweries in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bipil Aguerria
Brasserie Luma

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Estación de esquí de Candanchú 0.0 $0
Le Somport 0.0 $0
La Pierre-Saint-Martin 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air BaseMedium Airport
Pamplona AirportPNAMedium Airport
San Sebastián AirportEASMedium Airport
Amou AirfieldSmall Airport
Benesse Maremne AirfieldSmall Airport
Dax Seyresse AirfieldSmall Airport
Escary Aramits AltiportSmall Airport
Gurmençon AirfieldSmall Airport
Itxassou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lumbier AirfieldSmall Airport
Maslacq AirfieldSmall Airport
Navarrenx AirfieldSmall Airport
Oloron Herrere AirfieldSmall Airport
Ororbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle AirfieldSmall Airport
Sames AirfieldSmall Airport
Santa Cilia De Jaca AirfieldSmall Airport
Tartas AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Treatment Centers in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FAM Bizideki

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Assomption de la Vierge
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Vincent-de-Dax

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 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

What is the population of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port?

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port has a population of 1,824 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,737 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.

Is Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,911, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,800 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $624 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port?

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches.

How is the job market in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port?

The job market in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 109 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port?

The median home value in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is $124,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $624.

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