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Fors, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Fors is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,406. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,406 Population 135/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,546 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$26,546 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$106,800 home value, $534/mo rent

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About Fors

Fors is a commune in the Deux-Sèvres department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in western France.

People

Population1,406
Density135/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,546
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$106,800
Rent$534
Housing Units562
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Population1,406
Population Density135 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates46.2362°, -0.4097°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$26,546

About Fors

Fors is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,406. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Fors is $26,546, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (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 84 business establishments.

Income: Fors vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,546
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Fors is $106,800, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $534 (54% below the national average of $1,163). There are 562 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$106,800
62% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$534
54% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units562

Property Tax

Fors enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above France avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates46.2362°N, 0.4097°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above France avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.33"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

327 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 17, 2023.

Apr 18, 2005 1 km SSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M5.2 77 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 67 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 25 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 100 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 59 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 122 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 115 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 39 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 84 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 86 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 87 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 62 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 112 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 71 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 36 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 101 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 70 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 105 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 85 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
February 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
March 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in Coldest

Fors has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 43°F in December to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Fors

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits 1 dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Hits 1 latina fiesta latina, fiestalatina MP3 320 kbps
Bide&Musique - MP3 128 kbps
WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor alternative / indie, downtempo MP3 160 kbps
Radio Gâtine - MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Fors

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jardin de sculpture romane de Lozay
Musée Bernard d'Agesci
Musée de la charronnerie et de la tonnelerie
Musée départemental de l'École publique
Musée du cheval et de l'art équestre
Musée du Donjon
Musée du Sous-Officier
Palais mondial des clowns

Libraries in Fors

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aqua Libris - Médiathèque inter-communale0.0
Bibliothèque annexe du Clou-Bouchet0.0
Bibliothèque Communale0.0
Bibliothèque de Landes0.0
Bibliothèque départementale0.0
Bibliothèque Gabriel Delaunay0.0
Bibliothèque Gabriel-Delaunay0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
CDI0.0
Espace de la Tour du Prince0.0
Espace Huguette et James CHAUVET0.0
Espace livre0.0
L'île aux livres0.0
Médialudothèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque des Mots Passants0.0
Médiathèque Léonce-Perret0.0
Médiathèque Madeleine-Chapsal0.0
Médiathèque Municipale « Louis Perceau »0.0
Médiathèque Pierre-Henri Mitard0.0
Médiathèque Pierre-Moinot0.0
Souché0.0

Farmers Markets in Fors

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle aux Étoffes
Halles
Le Préau
Marché "Les Halles"
Marché couvert
Marché de Chauray
Marché de la ville
Place Aristide Briand
Place du marché du Petit Fief

Hotels in Fors

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château d'Og

Castles in Fors

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château d'Og

Train Stations in Fors

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fors

Breweries in Fors

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Brasserie du Marais Poitevin
La Brasserie du Marais Poitevin
La Chamoise

Stadiums & Teams in Fors

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Fors

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airportANGMedium Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Poitiers-Biard AirportPISMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Royan-Médis AirportRYNMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Coutigny-Sérigné-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Marennes - Le Bournet-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Aubin La Plaine-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Thouars-Small Airport
Arvert Airfield-Small Airport
Bournizeaux Airfield-Small Airport
Brettes Airfield-Small Airport
Breuil Barret Airfield-Small Airport
Chaillé-les-Marais Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Chenay Airfield-Small Airport
Chenommet Airfield-Small Airport
Condac Airfield-Small Airport
Corme Ecluse Airfield-Small Airport
Couhé Vérac Airfield-Small Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis Airfield-Small Airport
Fontenay Le Comte Airfield-Small Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux Airfield-Small Airport
Jarnac Champagne Airfield-Small Airport
La Broue Airfield-Small Airport
Le Grand Moiré Airfield-Small Airport
Le Luquet Airfield-Small Airport
Le Thou Airfield-Small Airport
Mauléon Airfield-Small Airport
Mouchamps Airfield-Small Airport
Nantillé Airfield-Small Airport
Pons Avy Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Amand sur Sèvre Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Ciers Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Laurent sur Sèvre Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Martin des Fontaines Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières Airfield-Small Airport
Saintes Thénac Airfield-Small Airport
Secondigny Airfield-Small Airport
Soulac Sur Mer Airfield-Small Airport
St Jean d'Angély Airfield-Small Airport
Usseau Airfield-Small Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè Airfield-Small Airport
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Fors

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste

Treatment Centers in Fors

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mélioris Le Grand Feu

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fors

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église 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 Fors

What is the population of Fors?

Fors has a population of 1,406 residents and is located in France. The population density is 135 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles.

Is Fors expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,546, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $106,800 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $534 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 Fors?

Fors enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches.

How is the job market in Fors?

The unemployment rate in Fors is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 84 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Fors?

The median home value in Fors is $106,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $534.

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