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Châteaumeillant, France

Centre-Val de Loire · France

Châteaumeillant is a small town in Centre-Val de Loire, France with a population of 2,089. Elevation: 791 ft (241 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,089 Population 127/sq mi density
791 ft Elevation 241 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,859 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,859 median income, 12.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$79,400 home value, $397/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,089
Density127/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,859
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$397
Housing Units836
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Population2,089
Population Density127 / sq mi
Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Coordinates46.5622°, 2.1952°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCentre-Val de Loire
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,859

About Châteaumeillant

Châteaumeillant is a small town in France (Centre-Val de Loire) with a population of 2,089. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet (241 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Châteaumeillant is $21,859, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (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 125 business establishments.

Income: Châteaumeillant vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,859
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)125

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Châteaumeillant is $79,400, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $397 (66% below the national average of $1,163). There are 836 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 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$397
66% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units836

Property Tax

Châteaumeillant experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below France avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area16.4 sq mi (42.5 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates46.5622°N, 2.1952°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.91"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

263 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 9, 2022.

May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 48 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 143 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 133 km
Oct 3, 1999 11 km W of Écueillé, France M3.8 97 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 80 km
Jan 25, 1993 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France M3.8 93 km
Aug 23, 1997 7 km NW of Chaillac, France M3.7 73 km
Jan 14, 1992 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France M3.7 142 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 84 km
May 22, 1991 8 km SSW of Aigurande, France M3.6 37 km
Jan 29, 1994 4 km WSW of Luant, France M3.6 56 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 80 km
Jan 8, 2007 5 km S of L'Île-Bouchard, France M3.6 146 km
Jun 2, 1990 0 km NE of Le Pêchereau, France M3.5 49 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 81 km
Jun 16, 2005 7 km N of Chaillac, France M3.4 70 km
Feb 15, 1999 5 km NE of Chauvigny, France M3.4 114 km
May 6, 2000 11 km ENE of Chaillac, France M3.3 59 km
Mar 30, 2002 7 km SSW of Bélâbre, France M3.3 81 km
Jun 25, 1996 6 km SSW of Le Blanc, France M3.3 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (106 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 106 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in
March 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.5 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in

Châteaumeillant has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 39°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and March the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Châteaumeillant

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire
École Élémentaire
Collège multi-sites Axel Kahn
École Élémentaire de Châteaumeillant
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Radio Stations near Châteaumeillant

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
NRJ POP MP3 128 kbps
rtf (RU) pop MP3 128 kbps
M40 AAC 128 kbps
Générations 90 90's, france AAC+ 64 kbps
Crooner Radio 192/48 MP3 192 kbps
HotmixRadio Sunny MP3 128 kbps
rjfm MP3 320 kbps
radio libertaire MP3 256 kbps
Masein80 MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Châteaumeillant

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ferme agroécologique
Le Centre De La Presse
Maison de George Sand
Maison du Film Jour de Fête
Maison du Pérou
Maison Natale de Maurice Estève
Musée de la Poterie
Musée de Poche George Sand et de la Vallée Noire
Musée des Arts et des Traditions Paysannes
Musée des Racines
Musée des Vieux Métiers
Musée Émile Chénon
Musée Michel Langlois
Musée Sitazin

Libraries in Châteaumeillant

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Châteaumeillant0.0
Bibliothèque de Culan0.0
Bibliothèque de la Châtre0.0
Bibliothèque de Préveranges0.0
Bibliothèque de Reigny0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Août0.0
Bibliothèque du Châtelet en Berry0.0
Bibliothèque Médiathèque0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
bibliothèque Municipale de Vesdun0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale du Magny0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Crevant0.0

Farmers Markets in Châteaumeillant

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché
Marché au Cadran
Marché couvert
Marché de Boussac
Marché de Châteaumeillant
Marché de La Châtre
Marché de Lignières
Marché de Saint-Août
Marché de Saint-Août
Marché de Vesdun

Hotels in Châteaumeillant

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Restaurant du Champ de Foire

Cafes in Châteaumeillant

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chez Véro

Cinemas in Châteaumeillant

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinémobile

Castles in Châteaumeillant

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château du Grand-Besse

Veterinaries in Châteaumeillant

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Local Vétérinaire

Gas Stations in Châteaumeillant

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #11341114813
Station essence
Station Service Intermarché

Banks in Châteaumeillant

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Châteaumeillant

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie artisanale de l'Atelier 235
Brasserie au Pif
Brasserie de l’Arnon

Stadiums & Teams in Châteaumeillant

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Châteaumeillant

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avord (BA 702) Air BaseMedium Airport
Bourges airportBOUMedium Airport
Châteauroux Déols airportCHRMedium Airport
Montluçon-Guéret AirportMCUMedium Airport
Argenton-sur-Creuse AirfieldSmall Airport
Brandes La Perouille AirfieldSmall Airport
Châteauneuf Sur Cher AirfieldSmall Airport
Châteauroux Villers AirfieldSmall Airport
Coust Colombiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Dun sur Auron AirfieldSmall Airport
Évaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Grange Dieu Levroux Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Guéret Saint-Laurent AirfieldSmall Airport
Guilly AirfieldSmall Airport
Issoudun Le Fay AirfieldSmall Airport
Joigny Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pavillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pommier Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pouyollet Lizières AirfieldSmall Airport
Lurcy-Lévis AirfieldSmall Airport
Montluçon-Domérat AirfieldSmall Airport
Reuilly AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Christophe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Priest des Champs AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Fargeol Les Fougères AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Thorette AirfieldSmall Airport
Vicq sur Nahon AirfieldSmall Airport
Vierzon-Méreau AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Châteaumeillant

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
Relais Poste
Urciers

Churches & Religious Organizations in Châteaumeillant

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame la Petite
Église Saint-Genès
Église Saint-Georges
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Mathurin
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Saturnin

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 Châteaumeillant

What is the population of Châteaumeillant?

Châteaumeillant has a population of 2,089 residents and is located in France. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 16.4 square miles.

Is Châteaumeillant expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,859, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $79,400 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $397 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 Châteaumeillant?

Châteaumeillant has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.

How is the job market in Châteaumeillant?

The job market in Châteaumeillant faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 125 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Châteaumeillant?

The median home value in Châteaumeillant is $79,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $397.

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