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Châtelus-Malvaleix, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Châtelus-Malvaleix is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 563. Elevation: 1,355 ft (413 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
563 Population 44/sq mi density
1,355 ft Elevation 413 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,805 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,805 median income, 11.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$86,400 home value, $432/mo rent

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People

Population563
Density44/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,805
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$86,400
Rent$432
Housing Units225
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)
Population563
Population Density44 / sq mi
Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)
Coordinates46.3048°, 2.0240°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,805

About Châtelus-Malvaleix

Châtelus-Malvaleix is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 563. The city sits at an elevation of 1,355 feet (413 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Châtelus-Malvaleix is $21,805, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (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 34 business establishments.

Income: Châtelus-Malvaleix vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,805
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Châtelus-Malvaleix is $86,400, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $432 (63% below the national average of $1,163). There are 225 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 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,400
69% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$432
63% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units225

Property Tax

Châtelus-Malvaleix experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,355 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below France avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,355 ft (413 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.2 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates46.3048°N, 2.0240°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 3.07"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

282 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 45 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 146 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 120 km
Oct 3, 1999 11 km W of Écueillé, France M3.8 109 km
Jan 25, 1993 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France M3.8 122 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 70 km
Aug 23, 1997 7 km NW of Chaillac, France M3.7 63 km
Jan 14, 1992 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France M3.7 141 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 74 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 75 km
May 22, 1991 8 km SSW of Aigurande, France M3.6 18 km
Jan 8, 2007 5 km S of L'Île-Bouchard, France M3.6 148 km
Jan 29, 1994 4 km WSW of Luant, France M3.6 61 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 71 km
Nov 16, 1991 2 km NNW of Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure, France M3.5 133 km
Jun 2, 1990 0 km NE of Le Pêchereau, France M3.5 47 km
Jun 16, 2005 7 km N of Chaillac, France M3.4 60 km
Feb 15, 1999 5 km NE of Chauvigny, France M3.4 107 km
May 6, 2000 11 km ENE of Chaillac, France M3.3 50 km
Jun 25, 1996 6 km SSW of Le Blanc, France M3.3 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 94 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
August 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in

Châtelus-Malvaleix has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 39°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Châtelus-Malvaleix

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Françoise Dolto
École Élémentaire
École maternelle et élémentaire
Collège Françoise Dolto
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Radio Stations near Châtelus-Malvaleix

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
rtf (RU) pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vassivière AAC+ 128 kbps
M40 AAC 128 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 Châtelus-Malvaleix

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Atelier Galerie Christian Girard
La Maison des Traditions
La Tuilerie de Pouligny
Maison du Film Jour de Fête
Maison du Pérou
Musée archéologique Michel Gallemard
Musée d'Art et d'Archéologie de Guéret
Pôle Arts Plastiques

Libraries in Châtelus-Malvaleix

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque associative des Ateliers de la Mine0.0
Bibliothèque de Crozon0.0
Bibliothèque de Préveranges0.0
Bibliothèque Multimedia Intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Le Chat'Pitre0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque d'Aigurande0.0
Médiathèque de Crevant0.0
Municipale de Cressat0.0

Farmers Markets in Châtelus-Malvaleix

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Drive À Vendredi
Halle
Marché
Marché Aigurande
Marché Aigurande
Marché couvert
Marché de Boussac
Marché de la place Bonnyaud

Breweries in Châtelus-Malvaleix

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie au Pif
Brasserie La Kreuse

Airports Near Châtelus-Malvaleix

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avord (BA 702) Air BaseMedium 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
Issoudun Le Fay AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pavillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pommier Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pouyollet Lizières AirfieldSmall Airport
Montluçon-Domérat AirfieldSmall Airport
Pérols sur Vézère AirfieldSmall Airport
Peyrelevade AirfieldSmall Airport
Prissac AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Christophe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Priest des Champs AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Fargeol Les Fougères AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Julien Sancy AirfieldSmall Airport
Verneugheol AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Châtelus-Malvaleix

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chatelus-Malvaleix

Churches & Religious Organizations in Châtelus-Malvaleix

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Dizier
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens

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 Châtelus-Malvaleix

What is the population of Châtelus-Malvaleix?

Châtelus-Malvaleix has a population of 563 residents and is located in France. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 12.8 square miles.

Is Châtelus-Malvaleix expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,805, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $86,400 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Châtelus-Malvaleix?

Châtelus-Malvaleix has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.

How is the job market in Châtelus-Malvaleix?

The job market in Châtelus-Malvaleix faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Châtelus-Malvaleix?

The median home value in Châtelus-Malvaleix is $86,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $432.

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