All Countries
Challans, France
Pays de la Loire · France
Challans is a small city in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 18,947. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Discover Challans, France
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Economy
CHousing
BClimate
| Population | 18,947 |
| Population Density | 757 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.8458°, -1.8794° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Pays de la Loire |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.0 inches (1,041 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,408 |
About Challans
Challans is a small city in France (Pays de la Loire) with a population of 18,947. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Challans vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,408 |
| 68% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.0% |
| 233% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,137 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $140,600 |
| 50% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $703 |
| 40% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 7,579 |
Property Tax
Climate in Challans
Challans has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 786 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above France avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 25.0 sq mi (64.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 757/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8458°N, 1.8794°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Challans has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 44°F in February to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and August the driest (1.5").
Schools in Challans
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École élémentaire La Croix Maraud | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée professionnel René Couzinet | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Antoine de Saint-Exupéry | — | — | — | — |
| École Privée Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
| École Privée Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Antoine de Saint-Exupéry | — | — | — | — |
| Maison Familiale Rurale de Challans | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Charles Milcendeau | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée polyvalent privé Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Jacqueline Auriol | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire Lucie Aubrac | — | — | — | — |
| École privée Notre-Dame | — | — | — | — |
| Collège privé Saint-Joseph | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée général et technologique François Truffaut | — | — | — | — |
| École Élémentaire Publique La Melière | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire privée de l'Alliance | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle La Mélière | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Challans
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graffiti Urban Radio | alternative, community radio | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| La Grosse Tambouille | grosse tambouille, indépendante | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ..87,5!. Nantes | alternative, alternative rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| France Bleu Loire Océan | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Neptune FM | actualités | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Kernews | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jade FM | — | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Radio Grand Lieu | eclectic, regional radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Ici Loire Océan | regional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Europe 2 Pays de la Loire | pop, rock | AAC 127 kbps | |
| DY10 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio DY10 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio NTI | club dj remix dance pop, dj radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| AlterNantes | alternative, france | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SUN | Le Son Unique | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| La Tribu | — | AAC+ 88 kbps |
Museums in Challans
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecomusée | ||||
| Écomusée Daviaud du Marais vendéen | ||||
| Kulmino | ||||
| L'Atelier de la Sardine | ||||
| La Livarde - Musée du Patrimoine Maritime | ||||
| La Maison du pêcheur | ||||
| Musée d'art sacré | ||||
| Musée de la Bourrine du Bois Juquaud | ||||
| Musée du Pays de Retz | ||||
| Passé et Traditions | ||||
| Vendée Miniature |
Libraries in Challans
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioclub | 0.0 | |||||
| BIBLIORÊVE | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque André Malraux | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de l’Aiguillon-sur-Vie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale le PotAMots | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour Tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Raymond Devos | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Diderot Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Excalibrix | 0.0 | |||||
| L'Heure de l'Histoire | 0.0 | |||||
| L@ Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| La Boussole | 0.0 | |||||
| La Conserverie | 0.0 | |||||
| La Malle aux Livres | 0.0 | |||||
| La Marne ce livre | 0.0 | |||||
| La Symphonie des Mots | 0.0 | |||||
| La Virgule | 0.0 | |||||
| Le Féno’lecteur | 0.0 | |||||
| Le Vent des Livres | 0.0 | |||||
| Lire à Brem | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Brétignolles-sur-Mer | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-Gervais | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque La Passerelle | 0.0 | |||||
| Mille et une pages | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Challans
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halle Fleur de sel | |||||
| Halles | |||||
| Les Halles | |||||
| Les Halles | |||||
| Les Halles | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché Couvert | |||||
| Marché couvert de la Plage | |||||
| Marché de La Boulogne | |||||
| Marché de la Plage | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Hilaire de Riez | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Philbert | |||||
| Marché local de Machecoul-St-Même |
Hotels in Challans
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Challans
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Challans
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Challans
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Challans
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Challans
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Challans
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Challans
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Challans
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Challans
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Challans
12 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Challans
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Challans
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Challans
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Au P'tit Bouchon | ||||
| Beer Workshop | ||||
| Brasserie Templier | ||||
| Ferme-Brasserie La Petite Ramonière | ||||
| La Maison Blanche | ||||
| Le Grand Duc | ||||
| Les Brasseurs de la Vie |
Stadiums & Teams in Challans
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Challans
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Baule-Escoublac Airport | LBY | Medium Airport |
| La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport | EDM | Medium Airport |
| La Rochelle Île de Ré Airport | LRH | Medium Airport |
| Nantes Atlantique Airport | NTE | Medium Airport |
| Saint-Nazaire-Montoir Airport | SNR | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de l'Emonière | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome du Girouard | — | Small Airport |
| Ancenis Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beauvoir Fromentine Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Campbon La Berthelière Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Coëx La Boissière Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Frossay Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Île d'Yeu Airport | IDY | Small Airport |
| La Bochet Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| la brossette Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| La Planche Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| La Possardière Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| La Tranche-sur-Mer ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Les Ailes de la Morière Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Les Sables-d'Olonne Talmont Airport | LSO | Small Airport |
| Luçon - Chasnais Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Luçon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Montaigu St Georges Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nantes Héric Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Piste privée de La Cornélie | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Brévin les Pins Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Philbert de Bouaine Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| St Brévin les Pins Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Talmont Vendée Air Park | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Challans
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Challans |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Challans
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle de la Bloire | |
| Clocher | |
| Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption | |
| Salle du Royaume |
Quick Facts
🇫🇷 About France
Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Challans.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Challans
What is the population of Challans?
Challans has a population of 18,947 residents and is located in France. The population density is 757 people per square mile, spread across 25.0 square miles.
Is Challans expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,408, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,600 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Challans?
Challans enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches.
How is the job market in Challans?
The job market in Challans faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,137 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Challans?
The median home value in Challans is $140,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $703.