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Benassay, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Benassay is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 930. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
930 Population 96/sq mi density
443 ft Elevation 135 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,814 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,814 median income, 7.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$113,200 home value, $566/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population930
Density96/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$23,814
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty13.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$113,200
Rent$566
Housing Units372
Rent Burden27.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Population930
Population Density96 / sq mi
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Coordinates46.5590°, 0.0475°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,814

About Benassay

Benassay is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 930. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Benassay is $23,814, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Benassay vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,814
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above France avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above France avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Benassay is $113,200, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $566 (51% below the national average of $1,163). There are 372 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,200
60% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$566
51% below France avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units372

Property Tax

Climate in Benassay

Benassay has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (20°C), the coldest is Jan (5.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 696 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.1°C / 41°F 2.1° / 8.2° 60.6
Feb 5.6°C / 42°F 1.5° / 9.6° 47.3
Mar 8.4°C / 47°F 3.4° / 13.4° 48.5
Apr 10.8°C / 51°F 5.3° / 16.2° 53.5
May 14.4°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20° 64.0
Jun 17.8°C / 64°F 12° / 23.7° 60.5
Jul 20°C / 68°F 13.8° / 26.1° 45.8
Aug 20°C / 68°F 13.6° / 26.3° 39.2
Sep 16.5°C / 62°F 10.5° / 22.5° 56.9
Oct 13°C / 55°F 8.5° / 17.5° 72.2
Nov 8.4°C / 47°F 4.7° / 12° 75.0
Dec 5.6°C / 42°F 2.4° / 8.7° 72.8
Benassay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above France avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.2 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates46.5590°N, 0.0475°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above France avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

364 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 M5.2 126 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 81 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 71 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 140 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 82 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 64 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 79 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 134 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 65 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 132 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 135 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 69 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 87 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 68 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 131 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 37 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 80 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 120 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 87 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 62°F (16°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in

Benassay has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 41°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Benassay

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Jacques Prévert
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Radio Stations near Benassay

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Elyon chrétien MP3 128 kbps
Radio Gâtine MP3 170 kbps
Radio Val d'Or - RVO MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Benassay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Électroscope
Musée Archéologique et Historique de Béruges
Musée Cantonal
Musée des Gens de Cherves
Musée des Tumulus de Bougon
Musée du Sous-Officier
Musée du Vitrail
Tumulus de Bougon

Libraries in Benassay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque André Pacher0.0
Bibliothèque de Latillé0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Croutelle0.0
Brigitte Ramel0.0
Maison Xavier Bernard0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Neuville-de-Poitou0.0
salle Romane0.0

Farmers Markets in Benassay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halles
Marché dominical

Breweries in Benassay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de Bellefois
Brasserie du Val de Sèvre

Airports Near Benassay

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Poitiers-Biard AirportPISMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Châtellerault-TargéSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Saumur - Saint-FlorentSmall Airport
Aérodrome de ThouarsSmall Airport
Archigny Chenevelles AirfieldSmall Airport
Availles Limouzine AirfieldSmall Airport
Bournizeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Breuil Barret AirfieldSmall Airport
Brizay AirfieldSmall Airport
Buxeuil Saint Rémy sur Creuse AirfieldSmall Airport
Chauvigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenommet AirfieldSmall Airport
Cizay-la-Madeleine ULSmall Airport
Condac AirfieldSmall Airport
Couhé Vérac AirfieldSmall Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Fort d'Aslonnes AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Grand Moiré AirfieldSmall Airport
Lémeré AirfieldSmall Airport
Loudun AirfieldSmall Airport
Mauléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pouançay AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Branchs AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Ciers AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Coutant AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Maurice Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Secondigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Sepmes AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
St Macaire du bois AirfieldSmall Airport
Tours Le Louroux AirfieldSmall Airport
Tours Sorigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Valanjou AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Benassay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Benassay

Churches & Religious Organizations in Benassay

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Nesde
Église Saint-Hilaire

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 Benassay

What is the population of Benassay?

Benassay has a population of 930 residents and is located in France. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.

Is Benassay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,814, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,200 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $566 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Benassay?

Benassay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Benassay?

The unemployment rate in Benassay is 7.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Benassay?

The median home value in Benassay is $113,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $566.

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