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Calvi, France

Corsica · France

Calvi is a small city in Corsica, France with a population of 5,477. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
5,477 Population 455/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,686 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$21,686 median income, 15.4% unemployment
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Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$168,200 home value, $841/mo rent

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About Calvi

Calvi

Calvi is a commune in the Haute-Corse department of France on the island of Corsica. It is the seat of the Canton of Calvi and of the Arrondissement of Calvi.

People

Population5,477
Density455/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$21,686
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty21.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$168,200
Rent$841
Housing Units2,191
Rent Burden29.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population5,477
Population Density455 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates42.5660°, 8.7571°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCorsica
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (792 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,686

About Calvi

Calvi is a small city in France (Corsica) with a population of 5,477. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Calvi is $21,686, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 329 business establishments.

Income: Calvi vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,686
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above France avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above France avg
Establishments (County)329

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Calvi is $168,200, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,191 total housing units in the city. 29.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,200
40% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% below France avg
Rent Burden29.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,191

Property Tax

Calvi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above France avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area12.1 sq mi (31.2 km²)
Population Density455/sq mi
Coordinates42.5660°N, 8.7571°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

163 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Sep 14, 2024.

Jul 7, 2011 77 km WSW of Cargèse, France M5.1 111 km
Mar 4, 2012 80 km W of Cargèse, France M4.8 108 km
Mar 14, 2001 34 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M4.6 123 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 144 km
Feb 24, 1997 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy M4.5 128 km
Apr 9, 1995 30 km WNW of Capraia Isola, Italy M4.1 89 km
Sep 14, 2024 62 km SE of Ramatuelle, France M4.1 129 km
Apr 5, 2013 90 km W of Cargèse, France M4.0 117 km
Apr 15, 1990 25 km SSE of Bordighera, Italy M3.9 136 km
Feb 26, 1997 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.9 128 km
Sep 25, 1994 90 km ESE of Ramatuelle, France M3.8 99 km
Feb 26, 1997 37 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.8 125 km
Feb 26, 1997 41 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.7 123 km
Jul 4, 2010 18 km SE of Imperia, Italy M3.6 140 km
Jul 23, 1992 39 km S of Portovenere, Italy M3.6 150 km
Feb 3, 1998 39 km SE of Marina di Andora, Italy M3.6 128 km
Feb 9, 1998 55 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M3.5 102 km
Sep 20, 1995 Ligurian Sea M3.5 92 km
Aug 17, 2002 62 km SSE of Santo Stefano al Mare, Italy M3.5 98 km
Mar 18, 1993 97 km NW of Stintino, Italy M3.4 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
March 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
May 62°F (16°C) 1.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 2.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in
December 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in

Calvi has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 48°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Calvi

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Marie-Dominique Laviconi
École primaire Bariani
Collège Jean-Félix Orabona
École primaire de Cardellu
École maternelle de Calvi
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Radio Stations near Calvi

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Calvi Citadelle eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Onda Ligure Italia (IT) albenga, italian pop MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Calvi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Exposition du 2ème Régiment Etranger de Parachutistes
Musée archéologique du Niolu
Musée du Trésor Cubaru
Musée privé de Guy Savelli
MuseuMusica

Farmers Markets in Calvi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Babeth Marché Couvert
Local Corse Fruit Market
Marché couvert
Marché Des Pêcheurs
Place Pascal Paoli

Hotels in Calvi

24 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apartments Bervily
Aria Marina
Auberge Ferayola
Best Western Hotel Corsica
Calvi Hôtel
Casa Vecchia
Césario
Cheminot CCGPF
Grand Hotel
Hostellerie L'Abbaye
Hôtel Balanea
Hôtel Belvedere
Hôtel Christophe Colomb
Hôtel les Arbousiers
Hôtel Regina
Hôtel Sole Mare
La Balagne
La Caravelle
La Signoria
Le Mariana
Le Rateau Bavoir
Saint-Christophe
Saint-Erasme
Stella Marina

Cafes in Calvi

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buvette de la Place
Café des Fleurs
Café du port
Café Rex
Île de Beauté
Le Concept
Le Marly

Theatres in Calvi

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bergerie
Salle de spectacle

Monuments in Calvi

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Docteur Marchal

Castles in Calvi

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre de conservation préventive des objets mobiliers
Citadelle de Calvi
Fort Charley

Train Stations in Calvi

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Calvi
U Fiumeseccu Alzeta GR20

Gas Stations in Calvi

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Relais de la balagne
TotalEnergies
Vito
Vito

Banks in Calvi

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Crédit Agricole
Société Générale

Gyms in Calvi

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Acquavital Fitness

Ski Resorts Near Calvi

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Val d'Ese 0.0 $0
Ghisoni 0.0 $0
Vergio 0.0 $0
Station d'Asco-Stagnu 0.0 $0

Airports Near Calvi

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bastia-Poretta International airportBIALarge Airport
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airportAJAMedium Airport
Calvi Sainte Catherine AirportCLYMedium Airport
Solenzara (BA 126) Air BaseSOZMedium Airport
Aérodrome de CorteSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Ghisonaccia - AlzitoneSmall Airport
Aghione Casone Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
domaine Aliso Rossi AirfieldSmall Airport
Vaitella GaleriaSmall Airport

Post Offices in Calvi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Calvi

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Lorette
Notre-Dame della Serra
Saint-Marie Majeure

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 Calvi

What is the population of Calvi?

Calvi has a population of 5,477 residents and is located in France. The population density is 455 people per square mile, spread across 12.1 square miles.

Is Calvi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,686, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $168,200 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Calvi?

Calvi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.

How is the job market in Calvi?

The job market in Calvi faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 329 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Calvi?

The median home value in Calvi is $168,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $841.

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