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Balzac, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Balzac is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,284. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,284 Population 304/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,929 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$27,929 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$99,200 home value, $496/mo rent

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About Balzac

Balzac

Balzac is a commune in the Charente department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of south-western France.

People

Population1,284
Density304/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,929
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,200
Rent$496
Housing Units514
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Population1,284
Population Density304 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates45.7089°, 0.1460°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,177 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$27,929

About Balzac

Balzac is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,284. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Balzac is $27,929, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (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 77 business establishments.

Income: Balzac vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$27,929
63% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Balzac is $99,200, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $496 (57% below the national average of $1,163). There are 514 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 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,200
65% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$496
57% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units514

Property Tax

Balzac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates45.7089°N, 0.1460°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above France avg
Snowfall 2.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.66"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

234 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 17, 2023.

Apr 18, 2005 1 km SSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M5.2 116 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 140 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 88 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 59 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 130 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 123 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 125 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 111 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 124 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 107 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 39 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 134 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 143 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 81 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 108 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 112 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 61 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 140 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 21 km
Jan 14, 1992 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France M3.7 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in

Balzac has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 43°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Balzac

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Jean Caillaud - - - -
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Radio Stations near Balzac

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Attitude - MP3 192 kbps
Radio Zaï Zaï alternative rock, chill MP3 128 kbps
Hits 1 Cognac dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Bide&Musique - MP3 128 kbps
Liberté FM hits, local news AAC+

Museums in Balzac

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archipelle
Espace d'Interprétation du Gallo-Romain des Bouchauds
Espace mémoriel de la Résistance et de la Déportation
Espace muséographique et d'expositions
La Maison du Braconnier
Maison des Gabarriers
Musée 1900
Musée Alfred de Vigny
Musée d'Angoulême
Musée de l'école
Musée de la Bande Dessinée
Musée de la Gare
Musée de la Société Archéologique et Historique de la Charente
Musée des outils anciens
Musée du Papier

Libraries in Balzac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Coeur de Charente Aigre - Tusson - Saint-Fraigne0.0
Bibliothèque de l’IUT d’Angoulême0.0
Bibliotheque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire Campus des Valois0.0
L'Alpha - Médiathèque de GrandAngoulême0.0
La bibliothèque de la bande dessinée0.0
La Source0.0
Le Bon Grain0.0
Le Bon Grain0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiatheque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de la Grande Garenne0.0
Médiathèque de Ma Campagne0.0
Médiathèque de Mansle0.0
Médiathèque de Mouthiers sur Boëme0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Yrieix0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale du Rouillacais0.0
Médiathèque L'Escale0.0
Médiathèque La Caravelle0.0
Médiathèque La Kinkaïri0.0
Médiathèque Lucien Deschamps0.0

Farmers Markets in Balzac

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle des Prés de l'Or
Halles d'Angoulême
Les Halles - Le marché
Marché couvert
Marché Couvert
Marché de Fléac
Marché de Gros
Marché de Ma Campagne
Marché de Mansle
Marché de plein vent
Marché de Rouillac
Marché de Saint-Cybard
Marché mensuel de Brie
Marché plein air
Marché Victor Hugo
Ruche Saint-Projet-Saint-Constant

Breweries in Balzac

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie La Débauche
Brasserie la Rainette
Brasserie Metal Snail
L'Ogre

Stadiums & Teams in Balzac

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Balzac

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airportANGMedium Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Périgueux-Bassillac AirportPGXMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'Argentine-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac Neulles-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-Marcillac-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Ribérac-Tourette-Small Airport
Aignes et Puyperoux Airfield-Small Airport
Augignac Airfield-Small Airport
Availles Limouzine Airfield-Small Airport
Bataillou Airfield-Small Airport
Brettes Airfield-Small Airport
Campsegret Airfield-Small Airport
Chalais Airfield-Small Airport
Champ rose Airfield-Small Airport
Chenay Airfield-Small Airport
Chenommet Airfield-Small Airport
Condac Airfield-Small Airport
Couhé Vérac Airfield-Small Airport
Gajoubert Airfield-Small Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Hautefaye Airfield-Small Airport
Jarnac Champagne Airfield-Small Airport
Javerlhac Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
La Broue Airfield-Small Airport
Le Fort d'Aslonnes Airfield-Small Airport
Le Luquet Airfield-Small Airport
Le Pas de l'Aze Airfield-Small Airport
Libourne-Artigues-de-Lussac Airfield-Small Airport
Moncouche Airfield-Small Airport
Nantillé Airfield-Small Airport
Pillac Airfield-Small Airport
Piste du Tartou-Small Airport
Pons Avy Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Ciers Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Coutant Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Maurice Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières Airfield-Small Airport
Sanet Agonac Airfield-Small Airport
St Jean d'Angély Airfield-Small Airport
Tieleman Aviation Airfield-Small Airport
ulm air estuaire Airfield-Small Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Balzac

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Balzac

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 Balzac

What is the population of Balzac?

Balzac has a population of 1,284 residents and is located in France. The population density is 304 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles.

Is Balzac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,929, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $99,200 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $496 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Balzac?

Balzac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Balzac?

The job market in Balzac faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 77 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Balzac?

The median home value in Balzac is $99,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $496.

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