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Tarbes, France

Occitanie · 🇫🇷 France

Tarbes is a mid-size city in Occitanie, France with a population of 52,106. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
52,106 Population 8,802/sq mi density
1,037 ft Elevation 316 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
74.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
109% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population52,106
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density8,802/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain74.9 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population52,106
Population Density8,802 / sq mi
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Coordinates43.2341°, 0.0714°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation74.9 inches (1,903 mm)
Annual Snowfall90.7 inches (230 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Tarbes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tarbes receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Tarbes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% 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%.

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

Tarbes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 74.9 inches, including 90.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Tarbes has a population of 52,106 with a density of 8,802 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

52,106
Total Population
8,802
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tarbes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tarbes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tarbes is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Tarbes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
109% 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

In Tarbes, 9.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 87.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tarbes 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

Tarbes has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 74.9 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall74.9 inches
97% above US avg
Snowfall90.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density8,802/sq mi
Coordinates43.2341°N, 0.0714°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris
31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density8,802/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Aureilhan 7,859 pop · 1.4 mi Séméac 4,999 pop · 1.7 mi Laloubère 1,450 pop · 2.1 mi Soues 3,192 pop · 2.3 mi Odos 3,451 pop · 2.7 mi Horgues 1,040 pop · 3.3 mi Juillan 3,759 pop · 3.3 mi Ibos 2,643 pop · 3.5 mi Barbazan-Debat 3,399 pop · 3.6 mi Bazet 1,331 pop · 3.9 mi Orleix 1,750 pop · 4.0 mi Oursbelille 1,251 pop · 4.0 mi Andrest 1,284 pop · 5.7 mi Ossun 2,267 pop · 6.0 mi
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