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Châtelais, France

Pays de la Loire · France

Châtelais is a small town in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 616. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
616 Population 101/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
37.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,198 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$23,198 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$105,600 home value, $528/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population616
Density101/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$23,198
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$105,600
Rent$528
Housing Units246
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population616
Population Density101 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates47.7584°, -0.9272°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvincePays de la Loire
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation37.6 inches (956 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$23,198

About Châtelais

Châtelais is a small town in France (Pays de la Loire) with a population of 616. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Châtelais is $23,198, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: Châtelais vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,198
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above France avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below France avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Châtelais is $105,600, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 246 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,600
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below France avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units246

Property Tax

Châtelais experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates47.7584°N, 0.9272°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below France avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.07"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

297 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 21, 2019.

Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 119 km
Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 122 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 142 km
Jun 22, 2005 2 km E of La Guérinière, France M4.3 130 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 134 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 130 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 143 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 99 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 117 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 121 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 74 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 111 km
Dec 12, 1993 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France M3.8 87 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 135 km
Apr 7, 2005 18 km WNW of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France M3.8 142 km
Nov 25, 1997 0 km ENE of Tiffauges, France M3.7 84 km
May 5, 2003 1 km N of Torfou, France M3.7 80 km
Jan 14, 1992 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France M3.7 139 km
Jun 24, 1995 1 km SE of Andouillé, France M3.7 47 km
Sep 17, 1996 3 km NW of Soullans, France M3.6 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
February 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
June 62°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Châtelais has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 42°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Châtelais

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Joseph Vallée
École publique Pierre Verdier
École catholique de La Source
École catholique de La Source
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Radio Stations near Châtelais

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Oxygène Radio MP3 192 kbps
Europe 2 Maine et loire AAC 127 kbps
Forum Angers MP3 128 kbps
Radio G! MP3 128 kbps
ALOUETTE MAINE ET LOIRE MP3 128 kbps
Gay Radio FR gay, hit MP3 128 kbps
Radio Souvenir MP3 128 kbps
Radio44 chanson française, classic AAC 192 kbps
France Bleu Mayenne MP3 128 kbps
Fréquence Sillé MP3 192 kbps
Hit53 contemporary hits, dance MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Châtelais

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Château du Patys - Maison d'Hervé Bazin
Écomusée de la Petite Couère
Exposition permanente Chevalement et Machine d'extraction
Musée Archéologique
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée de l'Ardoise
Musée Robert Tatin
Salle d'exposition
Sur les Pas des mineurs de fer
Thermes gallo-romains d'Entrammes
Verger conservatoire de la Hanère

Libraries in Châtelais

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Brain-sur-Longuenée0.0
Bibliothèque Eugène Livet0.0
Bibliothèque Hervé Bazin0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Angrie0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Craon0.0
Vern Lisant0.0

Farmers Markets in Châtelais

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Craon
Marché du Lion d'angers
Place de Bruxelles
Place du Parc de Brain

Cafes in Châtelais

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Halles de Châtelais

Castles in Châtelais

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de la Faucille
Château de Mortier-Crolles
Château de Saint-Julien

Airports Near Châtelais

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angers Marcé airportANEMedium Airport
Laval-Entrammes AirportLVAMedium Airport
Nantes Atlantique AirportNTEMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Cossé le VivienSmall Airport
Aérodrome de l'EmonièreSmall Airport
Aérodrome privé de SoucellesSmall Airport
Amanlis Janzé AirfieldSmall Airport
Ambrières-les-Vallées AirfieldSmall Airport
Ancenis AirfieldSmall Airport
Andouillé le Tertre picard AirfieldSmall Airport
Beausoleil AirfieldSmall Airport
Châteaubriant Pouancé AirfieldSmall Airport
Chesnaie ULM AirfieldSmall Airport
Cholet Le Pontreau airfieldCETSmall Airport
Courcité AirfieldSmall Airport
Coutures AirfieldSmall Airport
La Baillée sous Champ Fleu AirfieldSmall Airport
La Bazouge de Chemeré AirfieldSmall Airport
La Cudelais AirfieldSmall Airport
La Dominelais AirfieldSmall Airport
La Planche AirfieldSmall Airport
La Rogerie AirfieldSmall Airport
Landéan (Fougères) AirfieldSmall Airport
Lassay les Châteaux Le Rudson AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Cerisier AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Haut des Places AirfieldSmall Airport
Moulins le Haut Bois AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantes Héric AirfieldSmall Airport
Neuville AirfieldSmall Airport
Oisseau Neuville AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Philbert de Bouaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Sigismond ULMSmall Airport
Saint Sulpice des LandesSmall Airport
Sèvremoine Ultralight stripSmall Airport
Solib'Ailes AirfieldSmall Airport
Soulaire AirfieldSmall Airport
St Macaire du bois AirfieldSmall Airport
Valanjou AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Châtelais

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Châtelais

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Nicolas
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Quentin

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 Châtelais

What is the population of Châtelais?

Châtelais has a population of 616 residents and is located in France. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.

Is Châtelais expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,198, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,600 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Châtelais?

Châtelais has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.

How is the job market in Châtelais?

The job market in Châtelais faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Châtelais?

The median home value in Châtelais is $105,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $528.

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