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Bussac-sur-Charente, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Bussac-sur-Charente is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,215. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,215 Population 316/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,574 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,574 median income, 9.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$119,000 home value, $595/mo rent

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People

Population1,215
Density316/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$25,574
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$119,000
Rent$595
Housing Units486
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population1,215
Population Density316 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates45.7833°, -0.6333°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$25,574

About Bussac-sur-Charente

Bussac-sur-Charente is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,215. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Bussac-sur-Charente is $25,574, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (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 73 business establishments.

Income: Bussac-sur-Charente vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,574
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)73

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bussac-sur-Charente is $119,000, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $595 (49% below the national average of $1,163). There are 486 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 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,000
58% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$595
49% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units486

Property Tax

Bussac-sur-Charente enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above France avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density316/sq mi
Coordinates45.7833°N, 0.6333°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above France avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

232 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 55 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 105 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 49 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 54 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 91 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 62 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 78 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 64 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 64 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 104 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 70 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 105 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 91 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 110 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 83 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 133 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 64 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 65 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 47 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°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) 2.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 3.6 in

Bussac-sur-Charente has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Bussac-sur-Charente

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire d'Écurat
École primaire Gustave Courbet
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Radio Stations near Bussac-sur-Charente

4 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Bussac-sur-Charente

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancien musée municipal de la Céramique
Jardin de Gabriel
Jardin de sculpture romane de Lozay
Les Trésors de Lisette
Maison des Aqueducs
Maison du Patrimoine
Micro-Folie
Micro-Folie
Musée archéologique
Musée Archéologique de Pons
Musée de l'Echevinage
Musée de la miniature
Musée de la Pêche aux Engins et aux Filets
Musée de la Pierre
Musée des Bujoliers
Musée des Cordeliers
Musée du Présidial
Musée Dupuy-Mestreau
Paléosite Saint Césaire

Libraries in Bussac-sur-Charente

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Landes0.0
Bibliothèque de Pérignac0.0
Bibliothèque François Mitterrand0.0
Bibliothèque Gabrielle et Jean Batista0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Graffitis0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Guy Chapuis0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Nicole Liot0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Simone Veil0.0
Biblothèque Municipale de Mazeray0.0
Centre Paul Chenereau0.0
Les Amis du Livre0.0
Médiathénac Edmond Maguier0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
mediathéque de La Chapelle des Pots0.0
Médiathèque de Préguillac0.0
Médiathèque Départementale0.0
Médiathèque Dominique de Roux0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Saint-Jean-d'Angély0.0
Médiathèque municipale Roger Chéneau0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Senillou0.0

Farmers Markets in Bussac-sur-Charente

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles
Halles
La Ferme Santone
Les Halles
Marché
Marché de Saint-Savinien
Marché Saint-Pierre
Vieilles halles

Breweries in Bussac-sur-Charente

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
BOC 17
Chez Georges
Le Rive Droite

Stadiums & Teams in Bussac-sur-Charente

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bussac-sur-Charente

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
La Rochelle Île de Ré AirportLRHMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Royan-Médis AirportRYNMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Coutigny-SérignéSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac NeullesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Marennes - Le BournetSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-MarcillacSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Aubin La PlaineSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Vendays-MontalivetSmall Airport
Arvert AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Chaillé-les-Marais Private AirstripSmall Airport
Chalais AirfieldSmall Airport
Champ rose AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontenay Le Comte AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
La Broue AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Luçon - Chasnais AerodromeSmall Airport
Luçon AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
Soulac Sur Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
St Pierre d'Oléron AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bussac-sur-Charente

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Vival

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bussac-sur-Charente

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
Église Saint-Pierre

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 Bussac-sur-Charente

What is the population of Bussac-sur-Charente?

Bussac-sur-Charente has a population of 1,215 residents and is located in France. The population density is 316 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles.

Is Bussac-sur-Charente expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,574, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $119,000 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $595 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bussac-sur-Charente?

Bussac-sur-Charente enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches.

How is the job market in Bussac-sur-Charente?

The job market in Bussac-sur-Charente faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 73 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bussac-sur-Charente?

The median home value in Bussac-sur-Charente is $119,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $595.

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