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Challes, France
Pays de la Loire · France
Challes is a small town in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 1,149. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 1,149 |
| Population Density | 117 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.9307°, 0.4139° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Pays de la Loire |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (804 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.3 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,769 |
About Challes
Challes is a small town in France (Pays de la Loire) with a population of 1,149. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Challes vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $25,769 |
| 66% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 69 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $93,000 |
| 67% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $465 |
| 60% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 460 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above France avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9307°N, 0.4139°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in |
Challes has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 41°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (1.7").
Radio Stations near Challes
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREQUENCE 3 - DANCE FLAC [Powered by IKOULA] - M2 Club | dance, house | OGG 128 kbps | |
| rpsfm2 | rpsfm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| France Bleu Maine | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pistache La Radio | adult contemporary, pop | AAC+ 320 kbps |
Museums in Challes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafetières et Cie | ||||
| Carnuta, maison de l'Homme et de la Forêt | ||||
| Centre du Patrimoine de la Facture Instrumentale | ||||
| La Fabrique | ||||
| Maison de l’Eau (Arche de la Nature) | ||||
| Maison de la Forêt (Arche de la Nature) | ||||
| Maison de la Prairie (Arche de la Nature) | ||||
| Micro-Folie | ||||
| Musée Archéologique Paul Térouanne | ||||
| Musée automobile de la Sarthe | ||||
| Musée de l’Audiovisuel et de la communication | ||||
| Musée de la Musique Mécanique | ||||
| Musée de la Paix | ||||
| Musée de la Poupée | ||||
| Musée de la Vigne | ||||
| Musée de Tessé | ||||
| Musée des 24 Heures | ||||
| Musée Jean-Claude-Boulard / Carré Plantagenêt | ||||
| Musée Vert - Muséum d'Histoire naturelle | ||||
| Petite maison du patrimoine |
Libraries in Challes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Départementale de la Sarthe | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque des Vergers | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Méli-Lémo | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque minicpale de Tuffé | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Christian Pineau | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Téloché | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque-Ludothèque Juliette Drouet | 0.0 | |||||
| Crèche les bouts' choux | 0.0 | |||||
| La Parenthèse | 0.0 | |||||
| Les mots passants | 0.0 | |||||
| Maison de la lecture | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de l'Espal | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque George Sand | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Louis Aragon | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale Simone de Beauvoir | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Saulnières | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Simone Veil | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Sud | 0.0 | |||||
| Pôle lecture de Bonnétable | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Challes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De la Terre à l'Assiette | |||||
| Jacobins' market | |||||
| Jacobins' market | |||||
| Jacobins' market | |||||
| Les Halles de la Gaudine | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché biologique | |||||
| Marché de Gazonfier | |||||
| Marché de la Butte | |||||
| Marché de la Cité des Pins | |||||
| Marché de la Paix | |||||
| Marché de Pontlieue | |||||
| Marché des Ardriers | |||||
| Marché des Jacobins | |||||
| Marché des Maillets | |||||
| Marché des Sablons | |||||
| Marché du Bas de ville | |||||
| Marché du Pâtis Saint-Lazare | |||||
| Marché Gare Sud |
Golf Courses in Challes
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Challes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Bizarre | ||||
| La Chaloupe Brasserie | ||||
| Microbrasserie artisanale Jolicoeur |
Stadiums & Teams in Challes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Challes
32 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angers Marcé airport | ANE | Medium Airport |
| Le Mans-Arnage Airport | LME | Medium Airport |
| Tours Val de Loire Airport | TUF | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Monhoudou | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Saumur - Saint-Florent | - | Small Airport |
| Alençon-Valframbert Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Amboise Dierre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Assé le Riboul Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| BELLEME St Germain de la Coudr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Champ-Romet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Champrond Le Petit Bois Landry Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Channay-Rillé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chauvigny du Perche Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Commerveil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Courcité Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Coutures Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ferme de la Braudière Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fontaine Simon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hommes Volants Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jumelles Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Flèche-Thorée-les-Pins Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Buternay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Bardellières Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Chateaux Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Morand Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mortagne-au-Perche Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neuvy le Roi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Piacé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Branchs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Pierre-de-Chevillé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sougé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tours Sorigny Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Challes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Relais Poste |
Treatment Centers in Challes
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre médical François Gallouedec |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Challes
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Saint-Sébastien | |
| Église Saint-Laurent |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Challes?
Challes has a population of 1,149 residents and is located in France. The population density is 117 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles.
Is Challes expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,769, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $93,000 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $465 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Challes?
Challes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Challes?
Challes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Challes?
The median home value in Challes is $93,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $465.