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Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,498. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,498 Population 39/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
48.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,170 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$24,170 median income, 15.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$165,200 home value, $826/mo rent

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About Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains is a commune in the Landes department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.

People

Population1,498
Density39/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$24,170
Unemployment15.8%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$165,200
Rent$826
Housing Units599
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population1,498
Population Density39 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates43.7864°, -1.4041°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation48.4 inches (1,228 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,170

About Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,498. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains is $24,170, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 90 business establishments.

Income: Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,170
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.8%
339% above France avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above France avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains is $165,200, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below the national average of $1,163). There are 599 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,200
41% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below France avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units599

Property Tax

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above France avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area38.8 sq mi (100.4 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates43.7864°N, 1.4041°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.4"
27% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

878 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 10, 2017.

Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 116 km
May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 138 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 102 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 112 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 112 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 100 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 137 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 108 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 67 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 103 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 122 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 109 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 108 km
Feb 28, 1990 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain M4.2 94 km
Apr 1, 1991 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France M4.2 77 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 96 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 104 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 66 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 119 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
March 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
November 52°F (11°C) 5.8 in Wettest
December 48°F (9°C) 5.6 in

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 46°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège du Littoral
École du Littoral
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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 Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abri de la Pinasse
Fonds Labégorre
Maison de l'Oralité et du Patrimoine
Maison du Patrimoine de Lévignacq
Musée Landes d'Antan
Parcc

Libraries in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Seignosse0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Gabriel Fauthoux0.0
Ludo-Bibliothèque Ondres0.0
Ludo-médiathèque0.0
Médi@tèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - L'Écume des Jours0.0
Médiathèque d'Orist0.0
Médiathèque de Pey0.0
Médiathèque de Soustons0.0
Médiathèque de Tarnos0.0
Médiathèque L'anima0.0
Médiathèque Maximilien Kogoj0.0

Farmers Markets in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle de Seignosse
Les Halles
Les halles du Marché
Marché aux poissons
Marché d'Azur
Marché d'été de Soustons Plage
Marché de Biaudos
Marché de Capbreton
Marché de Hossegor
Marché de Labenne
Marché de Léon
Marché de Linxe
Marché de Magescq
Marché de Messanges
Marché de Messanges
Marché de Moliets et Maâ
Marché de Moliets et Maâ
Marché de Ondres
Marché de producteurs
Marché de Saint-Geours de Maremne
Marché de Saint-Martin-de-Hinx
Marché de Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx
Marché de Saint-Vincent de Tyrosse
Marché de Soustons
Marché de Tarnos
Marché de Tosse
Marché de Vieux Boucau
Marché de Vieux-Boucau
Marché des métiers d'art de Vieux-Boucau
Marché nocturne d'été
Marché saisonnier - Labenne Océan
Marché saisonnier -Seignosse Plage

Hotels in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belambra Club (Domaine de Pinsolle)
Club Framissima Landes 3
Le relais de Port d'Albret
Lumaa Hôtel

Cinemas in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma d'Albret

Theatres in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Scène d'Albret

Theme Parks in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parc d'attraction Messanges Sud

Dentists in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr C.Duha Michaux et D. Mathieu

Gas Stations in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour Market

Banks in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CIC
Crédit Agricole

Gyms in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ChrisFit
FR #13093932203

Golf Courses in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf de Pinsolle

Breweries in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Bruel
Brasserie Cath'
Brasserie La Séquère
Brasserie Naturelle des Landes
Brasserie Rosny Beer
Centre de brassotherapie
La Ménagerie Microbrasserie

Stadiums & Teams in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Cazaux (BA 120) Air BaseMedium Airport
San Sebastián AirportEASMedium Airport
Aérodrome de MimizanSmall Airport
Amou AirfieldSmall Airport
Benesse Maremne AirfieldSmall Airport
Biscarrosse Parentis airfieldSmall Airport
Dax Seyresse AirfieldSmall Airport
Escary Aramits AltiportSmall Airport
Itxassou AirfieldSmall Airport
Maslacq AirfieldSmall Airport
Navarrenx AirfieldSmall Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq AirfieldSmall Airport
Rion Des Landes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle AirfieldSmall Airport
Sames AirfieldSmall Airport
Tartas AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Treatment Centers in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Clément

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 Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains

What is the population of Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains?

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains has a population of 1,498 residents and is located in France. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 38.8 square miles.

Is Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,170, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,200 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains?

Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches.

How is the job market in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains?

The job market in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 90 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains?

The median home value in Vieux-Boucau-les-Bains is $165,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $826.

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