Sign In Register

Arzal, France

Brittany · France

Arzal is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 986. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
986 Population 88/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
49.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,596 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,596 median income, 10.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$131,400 home value, $657/mo rent

Discover Arzal, France

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population986
Density88/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$25,596
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$131,400
Rent$657
Housing Units394
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population986
Population Density88 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates47.5166°, -2.3767°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation49.1 inches (1,248 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,596

About Arzal

Arzal is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 986. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Arzal is $25,596, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (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 59 business establishments.

Income: Arzal vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,596
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arzal is $131,400, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $657 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 394 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 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,400
53% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$657
44% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units394

Property Tax

Arzal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above France avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area11.2 sq mi (28.9 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates47.5166°N, 2.3767°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.1"
29% above France avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

317 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 21, 2019.

Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 140 km
Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 10 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 39 km
Jun 22, 2005 2 km E of La Guérinière, France M4.3 62 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 148 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 71 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 67 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 148 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 136 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 143 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 98 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 102 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 115 km
Apr 7, 2005 18 km WNW of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France M3.8 52 km
Mar 28, 2002 36 km WSW of Le Palais, France M3.8 98 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 88 km
Apr 23, 2002 1 km ESE of Melgven, France M3.8 116 km
May 5, 2003 1 km N of Torfou, France M3.7 108 km
Nov 25, 1997 0 km ENE of Tiffauges, France M3.7 111 km
Jun 24, 1995 1 km SE of Andouillé, France M3.7 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
February 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in

Arzal has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 45°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.7").

View full weather details →

Schools in Arzal

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Saint-Charles
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Arzal

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Grosse Tambouille grosse tambouille, indépendante MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bro Gwened MP3 256 kbps
Jade FM MP3 80 kbps
Lradio MP3 128 kbps
La Tribu AAC+ 88 kbps
Timbre FM MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Arzal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Au Carrefour du Monde
Écomusée
Escal'Atlantic
La Maison des Paludiers
Le Grand Blockhaus
Le Musée des Marais Salants
Maison de la Mariée
Maison de la mytiliculture
Maison de la Pêche
Maison du patrimoine
Maison du patrimoine croisicais
Maison Saint Gabriel
Musée de Brière
Musée de la Marine
Musée de la marine en bois du Brivet
Musée de la Porte Saint-Michel
Musée de la Vilaine Maritime
Naia Museum
Phare de Tréhiguier
Sous-Marin Espadon
Terre de Sel

Libraries in Arzal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Athanor0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Férel0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Queffelec0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale de la Côte sauvage0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque pour Tous0.0
Carré des Arts0.0
Centre de documentation Augustin Vince0.0
J'aime Lire0.0
Maison Louis0.0
Maison Multi-Services0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque d'Allaire0.0
Médiathèque de Camoël0.0
Médiathèque de La Gacilly0.0
Médiathèque de Limerzel0.0
Médiathèque de Molac0.0
Médiathèque de Muzillac0.0
Médiathèque de Pleucadeuc0.0
Médiathèque de Questembert0.0
Médiathèque du Croisic0.0
Médiathèque Étienne Caux0.0
Médiathèque Gaston Leroux0.0
Médiathèque Jacques Douy0.0
Médiathèque L@ Parenthèse0.0
Médiathèque L@ Parenthèse0.0
Médiathèque Le Grand Logis0.0
Médiathèque Le Traict d'Encre0.0
Médiathèque Ludothèque de Saint-Jacut-les-Pins0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale Barbara0.0

Farmers Markets in Arzal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle de marché
Halles
Halles de La Gacilly
Halles de Penhoët
Halles de Saint-Nazaire
Halles du marché
Halles Kervoyal
La Turb'Halles
Les Halles
Marché
Marché
Marché à la brocante
Marché artisanal nocturne
Marché couvert
Marché de Damgan
Marché de La Baule
Marché de plein air
Marché du Guézy
Marché du terroir et de l'artisanat
Marché Guézy
Place de l'Église

Cafes in Arzal

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le fournil d'Arzal

Gas Stations in Arzal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #1704423050

Breweries in Arzal

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Atelier HASY-Veracruz
Brasserie La Bambelle

Airports Near Arzal

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Baule-Escoublac AirportLBYMedium Airport
Rennes-Saint-Jacques AirportRNSMedium Airport
Saint-Nazaire-Montoir AirportSNRMedium Airport
Vannes-Meucon AirportVNEMedium Airport
Aérodrome privé Le QuillouxSmall Airport
Beauvoir Fromentine AirfieldSmall Airport
Campbon La Berthelière AirfieldSmall Airport
Coëtquidan Air BaseSmall Airport
Frossay Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Bochet AirfieldSmall Airport
La Dominelais AirfieldSmall Airport
La Possardière AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantes Héric AirfieldSmall Airport
Piste privée de La CornélieSmall Airport
Pléchatel Faroulais AirfieldSmall Airport
Pleucadeuc private airfieldSmall Airport
Ploërmel Loyat AirfieldSmall Airport
Pontivy AirfieldSmall Airport
Queneleuc AirfieldSmall Airport
Quiberon AirfieldSmall Airport
Quily AirfieldSmall Airport
Redon Bains-sur-Oust AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Brévin les Pins AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Sulpice des LandesSmall Airport
St Brévin les Pins AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Arzal

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Arzal

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arzal

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Martin de Vertou

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Arzal.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Arzal

What is the population of Arzal?

Arzal has a population of 986 residents and is located in France. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles.

Is Arzal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,596, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $131,400 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $657 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Arzal?

Arzal 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 65°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches.

How is the job market in Arzal?

The job market in Arzal faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arzal?

The median home value in Arzal is $131,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $657.

Nearby Cities

Compare Arzal with another city: