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Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé, France

Normandy · France

Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé is a small town in Normandy, France with a population of 741. Elevation: 354 ft (108 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
741 Population 151/sq mi density
354 ft Elevation 108 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
47.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,045 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$25,045 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$104,800 home value, $524/mo rent

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People

Population741
Density151/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,045
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$104,800
Rent$524
Housing Units296
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation354 ft (108 m)
Population741
Population Density151 / sq mi
Elevation354 ft (108 m)
Coordinates49.0495°, -1.1285°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNormandy
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation47.3 inches (1,200 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$25,045

About Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé is a small town in France (Normandy) with a population of 741. The city sits at an elevation of 354 feet (108 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé is $25,045, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 44 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,045
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé is $104,800, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $524 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 296 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,800
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$524
55% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units296

Property Tax

Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 354 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation354 ft (108 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates49.0495°N, 1.1285°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.3"
24% above France avg
Snowfall 1.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

100 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.6 on Sep 28, 2017.

Apr 30, 1990 5 km SE of Saint Helier, Jersey M4.2 68 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 69 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 123 km
Jul 11, 2014 23 km W of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.9 95 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 103 km
Nov 2, 1997 7 km NW of Villers-sur-Mer, France M3.7 85 km
Jun 24, 1995 1 km SE of Andouillé, France M3.7 102 km
Feb 25, 2015 30 km SW of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.7 93 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 106 km
Sep 28, 2017 1 km WNW of Tresbœuf, France M3.6 133 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 102 km
Aug 1, 2007 2 km SSE of Blonville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 90 km
Jul 26, 1993 5 km ESE of Villedieu-les-Poêles, France M3.5 27 km
Dec 24, 1995 4 km NW of Noyen-sur-Sarthe, France M3.5 147 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 128 km
Aug 8, 1998 1 km SE of Cairon, France M3.5 54 km
Sep 17, 1994 33 km NE of Plouézec, France M3.4 109 km
Dec 7, 1998 0 km SE of Cherrueix, France M3.4 65 km
Jun 22, 1997 13 km SSE of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.4 65 km
Jul 23, 2014 France M3.3 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
February 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in

Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 42°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Élémentaire de Saint-Samson de Bonfossé
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Radio Stations near Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KISS Pop Rock blues, pop MP3 192 kbps
Tendance Ouest MP3 128 kbps
France Bleu Cotentin MP3 128 kbps
VFM (RU) поп-музыка MP3 256 kbps
Le bouquet Granvillais actualites, local information MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye de Hambye
Atelier du Cuivre
Bell Foundry
Cerisy Parc De Sculptures
La Maison de L'Ange
Maison des Marais
Moulin de la Meunerie
Musée de la Mine
Musée de la Poëslerie et Maison de la Dentellière
Musée de Vire Normandie
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée du Bois Jugan
Musée du meuble Normand
Musée Tancrède
Musée Typographique Le Rachinel

Libraries in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque départementale de la Manche0.0
Bibliothèque du Bouloir0.0
Bibliothèque du Chat perché0.0
Bibliothèque Médiathèque0.0
Maurice Hébert0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Au Coin du Porche0.0
Médiathèque d'Agneaux0.0
Médiathèque de Marchésieux0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Foire d'Étouvy
Marché de Raids

Gas Stations in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elan

Airports Near Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caen Carpiquet airportCFRMedium Airport
Cherbourg Manche airportCERMedium Airport
Granville AirportGFRMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Flers Saint-PaulSmall Airport
Aérodrome de VauvilleSmall Airport
Ambrières-les-Vallées AirfieldSmall Airport
Avranches Le Val-Saint-Père AirfieldSmall Airport
Bagnoles-Couterne AirfieldSmall Airport
Courseulles-sur-Mer Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Dragey AirfieldSmall Airport
La Cudelais AirfieldSmall Airport
La Rogerie AirfieldSmall Airport
Landéan (Fougères) AirfieldSmall Airport
Lassay les Châteaux Le Rudson AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Cerisier AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Haut des Places AirfieldSmall Airport
Lessay AirfieldSmall Airport
Mont Saint Michel AirfieldSmall Airport
Mosles AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuville AirfieldSmall Airport
Oisseau Neuville AirfieldSmall Airport
Omaha Beach AirfieldSmall Airport
Portbail AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint-Samson de Bonfossé

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Samson

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-Samson-de-Bonfossé

What is the population of Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé?

Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé has a population of 741 residents and is located in France. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.

Is Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,045, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,800 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $524 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé?

Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé?

Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 44 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé?

The median home value in Saint-Samson-de-Bonfossé is $104,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $524.

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