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Châteauneuf-du-Faou, France

Brittany · France

Châteauneuf-du-Faou is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 3,841. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,841 Population 234/sq mi density
361 ft Elevation 110 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
57.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,561 Median Income
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Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$22,561 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$106,600 home value, $533/mo rent

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About Châteauneuf-du-Faou

Châteauneuf-du-Faou

Châteauneuf-du-Faou is a commune in the Finistère department of Brittany in north-western France.

People

Population3,841
Density234/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$22,561
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty16.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$106,600
Rent$533
Housing Units1,536
Rent Burden28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Population3,841
Population Density234 / sq mi
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates48.1868°, -3.8147°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation57.1 inches (1,449 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$22,561

About Châteauneuf-du-Faou

Châteauneuf-du-Faou is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 3,841. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Châteauneuf-du-Faou is $22,561, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 230 business establishments.

Income: Châteauneuf-du-Faou vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,561
70% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above France avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above France avg
Establishments (County)230

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Châteauneuf-du-Faou is $106,600, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,536 total housing units in the city. 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,600
62% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$533
54% below France avg
Rent Burden28.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,536

Property Tax

Châteauneuf-du-Faou experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above France avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area16.4 sq mi (42.6 km²)
Population Density234/sq mi
Coordinates48.1868°N, 3.8147°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.1"
50% above France avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.08"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

176 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 19, 2020.

Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 127 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 92 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 60 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 64 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 34 km
Jul 11, 2014 23 km W of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.9 148 km
Apr 23, 2002 1 km ESE of Melgven, France M3.8 32 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 118 km
Mar 28, 2002 36 km WSW of Le Palais, France M3.8 106 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 68 km
Feb 19, 2020 3 km ESE of Brest, France M3.7 51 km
Feb 25, 2015 30 km SW of Saint Helier, Jersey M3.7 138 km
Aug 22, 1998 38 km SSE of Plobannalec-Lesconil, France M3.6 78 km
Aug 24, 1996 59 km SSW of Guilvinec, France M3.5 113 km
May 3, 1999 1 km SE of Gouesnach, France M3.5 38 km
May 14, 1994 0 km SE of Riec-sur-Belon, France M3.5 41 km
Dec 11, 2013 6 km WSW of Le Faou, France M3.5 34 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 92 km
Feb 9, 2005 2 km N of Plouay, France M3.4 45 km
Mar 21, 2003 10 km SE of Groix, France M3.4 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in
February 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 5.1 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in

Châteauneuf-du-Faou has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 43°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège privé Notre-Dame des Portes
Collège de l'Aulne
École primaire privée Saint-Michel
École primaire Saint-Joseph
École primaire publique Paul Sérusier
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Radio Stations near Châteauneuf-du-Faou

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Sympa chanson française, funk MP3 192 kbps
France Bleu Breizh Izel MP3 128 kbps
Radio BOA UNKNOWN
Radio Kreiz Breizh breton MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chaland Victor
Ecomusée des Monts d'Arrée
Écomusée du Youdig
Étables & écuries
Fournil et Grenier
Gare de Guiscriff
La Maison du Parc
Maison "Bothorel"
Maison Cornec
Maison du meunier
Maison Fagot
Maison Reserve Naturelle Du Venec
Manège à engrenages
Moulin du bas
Moulin du haut
Musée de la mine
Musée des Pilahouerien et du recteur
Musée Sérusier
Tannerie

Libraries in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque associative0.0
Bibliothèque du Finistère,Antenne du Pays Centre-Ouest-Bretagne0.0
Bibliothèque éphémère0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Ti Ar Vuhez0.0
Bibliothey0.0
Centre Culturel Jef Le Penven0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Gourin0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Hernin0.0
Médiathèque Les Mots d'Arrée0.0
Médiathèque Mouezh ar Galon0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Was:Bibliothèque du Pays Glazig0.0

Farmers Markets in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché à la ferme
Place de la Liberté
Vente à la Ferme - Fromages, Viandes, Légumes

Hotels in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel de Cornouaille
Village Vacances

Cafes in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

chez gregoire
Thé L’Ange

Monuments in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Portes

Castles in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château médiéval

Gas Stations in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

E. Leclerc
FR #3167074162
FR #3167074361
Station Service E. Leclerc

Banks in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel

Breweries in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie An Alarc'h

Stadiums & Teams in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Châteauneuf-du-Faou

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brest Bretagne airportBESLarge Airport
Landivisiau Air BaseLDVMedium Airport
Lannion AirportLAIMedium Airport
Lanvéoc-Poulmic Air BaseMedium Airport
Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) AirportLRTMedium Airport
Morlaix-Ploujean AirportMXNMedium Airport
Quimper-Cornouaille AirportUIPMedium Airport
Guiscriff Scaer AirfieldSmall Airport
Mellac Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Ploballanec Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Poullaouen Le Stancou AirfieldSmall Airport
Quiberon AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Châteauneuf-Du-Faou

Churches & Religious Organizations in Châteauneuf-du-Faou

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle du Moustoir
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Portes
Église Saint-Julien-et-Notre-Dame

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 Châteauneuf-du-Faou

What is the population of Châteauneuf-du-Faou?

Châteauneuf-du-Faou has a population of 3,841 residents and is located in France. The population density is 234 people per square mile, spread across 16.4 square miles.

Is Châteauneuf-du-Faou expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,561, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $106,600 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Châteauneuf-du-Faou?

Châteauneuf-du-Faou has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches.

How is the job market in Châteauneuf-du-Faou?

The job market in Châteauneuf-du-Faou faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 230 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Châteauneuf-du-Faou?

The median home value in Châteauneuf-du-Faou is $106,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $533.

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