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Bourg-Charente, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Bourg-Charente is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 776. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
776 Population 152/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,665 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$26,665 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$109,000 home value, $545/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population776
Density152/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,665
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$109,000
Rent$545
Housing Units310
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population776
Population Density152 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates45.6733°, -0.2211°
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$26,665

About Bourg-Charente

Bourg-Charente is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 776. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 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 Bourg-Charente is $26,665, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (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 47 business establishments.

Income: Bourg-Charente vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,665
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bourg-Charente is $109,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $545 (53% below the national average of $1,163). There are 310 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 4.1x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,000
61% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$545
53% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units310

Property Tax

Bourg-Charente 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 59 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

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates45.6733°N, 0.2211°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above France avg
Snowfall 2.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.90"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

210 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 89 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 128 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 72 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 40 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 116 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 99 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 98 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 96 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 98 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 124 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 57 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 130 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 93 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 97 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 116 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 63 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 93 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 84 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 25 km
Feb 5, 1991 36 km W of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.7 148 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) 2.9 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 44°F (6°C) 3.6 in

Bourg-Charente has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 43°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Bourg-Charente

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire publique
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Radio Stations near Bourg-Charente

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits 1 dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Hits 1 latina fiesta latina, fiestalatina MP3 320 kbps
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
WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor alternative / indie, downtempo MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Bourg-Charente

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Espace d'Interprétation du Gallo-Romain des Bouchauds
Jardin de Gabriel
La Maison de l'Énergie
Maison de la Vigne et des Saveurs
Maison des Gabarriers
Maison natale de François Mitterand
Micro-Folie
Moulin de chez Bret
Musée d'art et d'histoire
Musée de la Gare
Musée des savoir-faire du Cognac;Espace Découverte
Musée des Vieux Outils
Parc des Expositions de Cognac
Rémy Martin

Libraries in Bourg-Charente

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblio-Breuil (Bibliothèque municipale)0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Coeur de Charente Aigre - Tusson - Saint-Fraigne0.0
Bibliothèque de Pérignac0.0
Espace du prieuré (Bibliothèque municipale)0.0
Les Amis du Livre0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Haute-Saintonge0.0
Médiathèque Ernest Labrousse0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale du Rouillacais0.0
Médiathèque La Kinkaïri0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Bourg-Charente

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Le Marché
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché de plein vent
Marché de Rouillac
Marché de Saint-Jacques
Marché du Tambourinour
Marché plein air
Marché plein air
Marché plein air
Marché plein vent
Place du Champ de Foire
Ruche Cognac
Ruche de Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire

Castles in Bourg-Charente

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Bourg
Château de Bourg-Charente
Château de Cressé

Golf Courses in Bourg-Charente

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf de Cognac

Breweries in Bourg-Charente

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Big Hop
Brasserie des Gabariers
Brasserie Jukebox
La Goule

Stadiums & Teams in Bourg-Charente

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bourg-Charente

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airportANGMedium Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'ArgentineSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac NeullesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-MarcillacSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Ribérac-TouretteSmall Airport
Aignes et Puyperoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Chalais AirfieldSmall Airport
Champ rose AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenommet AirfieldSmall Airport
Condac AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Couhé Vérac AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Hautefaye AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
La Broue AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Luquet AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pas de l'Aze AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Libourne-Artigues-de-Lussac AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pillac AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Ciers AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Coutant AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Hélène AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
Tieleman Aviation AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm air estuaire AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bourg-Charente

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bourg-Charente

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste

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 Bourg-Charente

What is the population of Bourg-Charente?

Bourg-Charente has a population of 776 residents and is located in France. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles.

Is Bourg-Charente expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,665, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,000 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $545 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bourg-Charente?

Bourg-Charente 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 Bourg-Charente?

The unemployment rate in Bourg-Charente is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 47 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bourg-Charente?

The median home value in Bourg-Charente is $109,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $545.

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