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Cavalaire-sur-Mer, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Cavalaire-sur-Mer is a small city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 5,670. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
5,670 Population 878/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,585 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$25,585 median income, 14.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$198,400 home value, $992/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population5,670
Density878/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$25,585
Unemployment14.9%
Poverty14.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$198,400
Rent$992
Housing Units2,268
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population5,670
Population Density878 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates43.1726°, 6.5296°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,585

About Cavalaire-sur-Mer

Cavalaire-sur-Mer is a small city in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 5,670. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Cavalaire-sur-Mer is $25,585, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 340 business establishments.

Income: Cavalaire-sur-Mer vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,585
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.9%
314% above France avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above France avg
Establishments (County)340

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cavalaire-sur-Mer is $198,400, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,268 total housing units in the city. 27.8% 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.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,400
30% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% below France avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,268

Property Tax

Cavalaire-sur-Mer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 73°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 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above France avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density878/sq mi
Coordinates43.1726°N, 6.5296°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.33"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,082 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 20, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 123 km
Mar 14, 2001 34 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M4.6 136 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 82 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 147 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 106 km
Jul 14, 2014 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 146 km
Feb 27, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 147 km
Sep 14, 2024 62 km SE of Ramatuelle, France M4.1 66 km
Apr 24, 1995 14 km SE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.0 88 km
Sep 1, 2003 1 km ESE of Valdieri, Italy M4.0 142 km
Apr 5, 2013 90 km W of Cargèse, France M4.0 146 km
Jun 22, 2014 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.0 146 km
Apr 15, 1990 25 km SSE of Bordighera, Italy M3.9 110 km
Sep 25, 1994 90 km ESE of Ramatuelle, France M3.8 95 km
Oct 3, 1997 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.8 125 km
Feb 25, 1991 7 km WSW of Briga Alta, Italy M3.7 134 km
Dec 19, 2000 1 km SSE of La Trinité, France M3.7 89 km
Mar 15, 1993 4 km SSE of Monterosso Grana, Italy M3.7 149 km
Nov 6, 1997 13 km WNW of Barcelonnette, France M3.7 139 km
Aug 24, 1996 3 km NW of Valloriate, Italy M3.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) Meteorological 10.0 m 9 83 km
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 95 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake 650 112 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (9°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
March 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
December 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in

Cavalaire-sur-Mer has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 47°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Lou Calen
École élémentaire de la Roseraie
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Radio Stations near Cavalaire-sur-Mer

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM 80 FUNKY MUSIC 80's, disco MP3 192 kbps
Radio Couleur Sud généraliste, provence MP3 320 kbps
Veronica 60's & 70's pop rock MP3 96 kbps
Ràdio Nissa Pantai music, occitan MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Espace Archéologique
La Tour Carrée
Maison des Papillons
Musée d'Histoire Maritime de Saint-Tropez
Musée d’Histoire et d’Art de Bormes
Musée de l'Annonciade
Musée de la fabrique du marron glacé
Musée de la gendarmerie et du cinéma

Libraries in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotheque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Espace municipal Léon Gambetta0.0
Le Maurin des Maures0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0

Farmers Markets in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Halle de Grimaud
Marché
Marché (le jeudi matin)
Marché couvert
Marché de Port Grimaud
Marché Provençal
Place André et Gaston Durville
Place Victor Hugo

Hotels in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel de la Calanque
Hôtel La Pergola
Le Bailli de Sufren
Les Terrasses du Bailli Hotel

Cinemas in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Studio Miramar

Theatres in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Festival des Tragos

Veterinaries in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #13310801372

Gas Stations in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avia
Carrefour Market

Banks in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BNP Paribas
CIC
LCL
Société Générale

Gyms in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Club musculation municipal

Breweries in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Tchouc

Ski Resorts Near Cavalaire-sur-Mer

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
L'Audibergue 0.0 $0
Gréolières-Les-Neiges 0.0 $0

Airports Near Cavalaire-sur-Mer

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nice-Côte d'Azur AirportNCELarge Airport
Cannes Mandelieu AirportCEQMedium Airport
Le Castellet AirportCTTMedium Airport
Le Luc-Le Cannet AirfieldMedium Airport
Toulon-Hyères AirportTLNMedium Airport
Basse Maure AirfieldSmall Airport
Brue Auriac St Estève AirfieldSmall Airport
Cipières Alpes d'Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Cogolin Grimaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Lèques AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuers-Pierrefeu AirfieldSmall Airport
Fayence-Tourrettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Flayosc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fréjus Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Limate AirfieldSmall Airport
La Môle AirportLTTSmall Airport
La Roquebrussanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Queyrons AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Valettes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Oraison AirfieldSmall Airport
Pampelonne AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Puimoisson AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ségriès AirfieldSmall Airport
Thèmes Ultralight Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Vinon AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
Poste du rayol

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cavalaire-sur-Mer

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Sainte-Thérèse de l'Enfant Jésus

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 Cavalaire-sur-Mer

What is the population of Cavalaire-sur-Mer?

Cavalaire-sur-Mer has a population of 5,670 residents and is located in France. The population density is 878 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.

Is Cavalaire-sur-Mer expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,585, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $198,400 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $992 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 Cavalaire-sur-Mer?

Cavalaire-sur-Mer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

How is the job market in Cavalaire-sur-Mer?

The job market in Cavalaire-sur-Mer faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 340 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cavalaire-sur-Mer?

The median home value in Cavalaire-sur-Mer is $198,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $992.

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