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Chaourse, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Chaourse is a small town in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 527. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
527 Population 68/sq mi density
387 ft Elevation 118 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,287 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,287 median income, 16.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$90,800 home value, $454/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population527
Density68/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,287
Unemployment16.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$90,800
Rent$454
Housing Units211
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Population527
Population Density68 / sq mi
Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates49.7047°, 3.9991°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.3 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$21,287

About Chaourse

Chaourse is a small town in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 527. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet (118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Chaourse is $21,287, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.4% (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 32 business establishments.

Income: Chaourse vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,287
72% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.4%
356% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chaourse is $90,800, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $454 (61% below the national average of $1,163). There are 211 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 4.3x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$454
61% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units211

Property Tax

Chaourse experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below France avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Geography

Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates49.7047°N, 3.9991°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
5% above France avg
Snowfall 2.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.11"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.2 on Jul 14, 2008.

Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 87 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 57 km
Jul 23, 1996 5 km NW of Stoumont, Belgium M3.9 149 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 51 km
Jul 13, 2008 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium M3.8 111 km
Apr 19, 1990 0 km SSW of Flémalle-Haute, Belgium M3.6 143 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 66 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 101 km
Jul 14, 2008 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium M3.2 82 km
May 10, 1990 1 km W of Modave, Belgium M3.1 123 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 147 km
Jul 20, 1994 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium M3.1 75 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 113 km
Jul 23, 1992 3 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium M3.0 56 km
Mar 27, 1991 4 km SSE of Bihain, Belgium M3.0 143 km
Jan 4, 2002 1 km SSW of Stoumont, Belgium M3.0 150 km
Oct 16, 1992 9 km SW of Saint-Dizier, France M2.9 139 km
Aug 23, 1994 2 km E of Dikkebus, Belgium M2.9 148 km
Aug 29, 1992 2 km W of Rance, Belgium M2.8 52 km
Nov 8, 1994 2 km WSW of Landelies, Belgium M2.8 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Chaourse has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 38°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and August the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Chaourse

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Chaourse

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RJR - Radio Jeunes Reims (Opus 128k) pop/rock OGG
France Bleu Champagne-Ardenne MP3 128 kbps
N' Radio AAC+ 128 kbps
RJR - Radio Jeunes Reims (MP3 128k) pop/rock MP3 128 kbps
RJR - Radio Jeunes Reims (AAC 128k) pop/rock AAC 192 kbps
Mélodie FM (BE) MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Chaourse

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée Alfred Desmasure
Musée de la Thiérache
Musée de la vie rurale et forestière
Musée des Temps Barbares
Musée Jean Mermoz
Musée Monseigneur Pigneau de Behaine

Libraries in Chaourse

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliotheque de Sissonne0.0
Mediathèque0.0
Médiathèque Marc Blancpain0.0

Castles in Chaourse

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Église Saint-Médard

Stadiums & Teams in Chaourse

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Airports Near Chaourse

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché AirfieldMedium Airport
Florennes Air BaseMedium Airport
Valenciennes-Denain AirfieldMedium Airport
Avaux-Les Bourdons Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Brochot AerodromeSmall Airport
Cambrai Niergnies AirfieldSmall Airport
Cerfontaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Château-Thierry-Belleau AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbeny Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Courtisols les Houches AirfieldSmall Airport
Épernay Plivot AirfieldSmall Airport
La Flamengrie ULMSmall Airport
Laon-Chambry AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Potes Adon'fe 08 AirfieldSmall Airport
Matagne-la-Petite Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Maubeuge-Élesmes AirfieldSmall Airport
Ployart Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Pont toussaint AirfieldSmall Airport
Reims Concept Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Reims-Prunay AirfieldSmall Airport
Rethel-Perthes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Quentin Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Soissons-Courmelles AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chaourse

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Agapit
Église Notre-Dame
Église Saint-Blaise
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Médard

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 Chaourse

What is the population of Chaourse?

Chaourse has a population of 527 residents and is located in France. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles.

Is Chaourse expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,287, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,800 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $454 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Chaourse?

Chaourse has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chaourse?

The job market in Chaourse faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chaourse?

The median home value in Chaourse is $90,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $454.

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