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Générac, France

Occitanie · France

Générac is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 3,488. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,488 Population 320/sq mi density
256 ft Elevation 78 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,959 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$24,959 median income, 11.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$142,400 home value, $712/mo rent

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About Générac

Générac is a railway station in Générac, Gard, Occitanie, southern France. Within TER Occitanie, it is part of line 26.

People

Population3,488
Density320/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,959
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$142,400
Rent$712
Housing Units1,395
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Population3,488
Population Density320 / sq mi
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Coordinates43.7283°, 4.3485°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (744 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,959

About Générac

Générac is a small town in France (Occitanie) with a population of 3,488. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Générac is $24,959, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 209 business establishments.

Income: Générac vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,959
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above France avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below France avg
Establishments (County)209

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Générac is $142,400, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $712 (39% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,395 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 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,400
49% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$712
39% below France avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,395

Property Tax

Climate in Générac

Générac has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 751 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.2°C / 45°F 3.1° / 11.2° 64.9
Feb 8.2°C / 47°F 3.4° / 12.9° 39.8
Mar 11.4°C / 53°F 6.1° / 16.6° 44.3
Apr 14°C / 57°F 8.7° / 19.4° 64.4
May 18°C / 64°F 12.5° / 23.5° 58.0
Jun 22.2°C / 72°F 16.2° / 28.1° 43.7
Jul 25°C / 77°F 18.8° / 31.2° 34.3
Aug 24.9°C / 77°F 18.7° / 31.1° 46.6
Sep 20.5°C / 69°F 15° / 26° 110.7
Oct 16.2°C / 61°F 11.7° / 20.7° 90.0
Nov 11°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15° 96.9
Dec 7.7°C / 46°F 3.7° / 11.7° 57.1
Générac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area10.9 sq mi (28.3 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates43.7283°N, 4.3485°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.3"
23% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

386 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 3, 2011.

Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 64 km
Mar 29, 1996 4 km NNE of Leucate, France M3.9 137 km
May 25, 1994 3 km NNE of Lézignan-Corbières, France M3.7 139 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 116 km
Jan 1, 1993 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.6 29 km
Oct 30, 1998 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.6 96 km
Jan 28, 1992 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France M3.4 85 km
Sep 11, 1998 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France M3.4 100 km
May 22, 1992 7 km SE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.3 37 km
May 27, 1998 3 km S of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 95 km
Mar 5, 1997 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 96 km
Jun 19, 1991 2 km NNE of Pourrières, France M3.3 115 km
Jan 14, 1998 1 km E of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 95 km
Feb 9, 1998 3 km E of Althen-des-Paluds, France M3.2 60 km
Sep 10, 1991 5 km W of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, France M3.2 120 km
Oct 22, 1994 14 km E of Gruissan, France M3.2 113 km
Dec 19, 1991 3 km NNW of Palama, France M3.2 95 km
Apr 1, 1993 3 km SSE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.2 96 km
Dec 11, 1991 1 km ENE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.2 95 km
Aug 18, 1998 27 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France M3.2 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological - - 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
March 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
October 60°F (15°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in

Générac has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Générac

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Saint-Louis - - - -
École primaire Li Flou d'Armas - - - -
École maternelle les Aristoloches - - - -
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Radio Stations near Générac

27 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Escapades - MP3 128 kbps
Aïoli Radio ambient, autres OGG
RTS Nîmes - MP3 128 kbps
Boombox Radio eurodance, funk MP3 320 kbps
Pinata electronica, hiphop MP3 128 kbps
Platine 45 Radio 2000s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
Soleil FM - MP3 192 kbps
L'Eko - OGG 320 kbps
France Bleu Hérault - MP3 128 kbps
La Moderne boogaloo, rocksteady OGG 320 kbps
Radio Late Night Dream brazilian, funk MP3 192 kbps
Radio Croco electro rock, lounge MP3 128 kbps
Clapas Jazz - MP3 128 kbps
WRCF Radio France - MP3 192 kbps
Friendly Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Clapas Chanson chansons françaises MP3 128 kbps
RCF Maguelone Hérault christian MP3 128 kbps
Divergence FM - MP3 256 kbps
Radio FM Plus multicultural MP3 320 kbps
France Bleu Gard Lozère - MP3 128 kbps
Piñata Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
RTS Avignon - MP3 128 kbps
Clapas Rock rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuze france, radio associative MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bartas local, music MP3 224 kbps
Rayvox alternative / indie, arts MP3 128 kbps
Radio Aviva 00s, 70s MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Générac

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancienne Maison Consulaire
Espace Découverte du Pont-du-Gard
Exposition archéologique
La Tour des Prisons
Le Carré de la pêche
Le Tacot Musée
Ludo
Maison Carrée
Maison du Boutis
Maison du Castor
Maison du Riz
Mas des Tourelles
Médard
Musée d'Antan
Musée d'art contemporain
Musée de l'eau
Musée de la Camargue
Musée de la Maison Romane
Musée de la Romanité
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Musée des Cultures Taurines
Musée du Chemin de Fer de Nîmes
Musée du Pont du Gard
Musée du site d'Ambrussum
Musée du Vieux Nîmes
Musée et Source Perrier
Musée Paul Ricard
Musée tours et remparts d‘Aigues-Mortes
Muséum d'histoire naturelle et de prehistoire
Paul Pastre
Planétarium
Vinopanorama

Libraries in Générac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
bibliotheque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque "Au bonheur des livres"0.0
Bibliothèque de Montfrin0.0
Bibliothèque de Redessan0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque Jean Paulhan0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Serre Cavalier0.0
Carré d'Art0.0
Carré d'Art Bibliothèque - Adultes et espace étude et patrimoine0.0
Carré d'Art Bibliothèque - Espace jeunesse0.0
Centre Culturel Aime Gileni0.0
Médiatèque Saint-Exupéry0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Fons0.0
Médiathèque du Pays de Lunel0.0
Médiathèque Émile Cazelles0.0
Médiathèque Frédéric Mistral0.0
Médiathèque Gaston Doumergue0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale Ernest Hemingway0.0
Médiathèque Le Grand Mas0.0
Médiathèque Marc Bernard0.0
Médiathèque Simone Veil0.0
Mômes0.0
Relais du Bibliobus0.0

Farmers Markets in Générac

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Marché
Halle
Halles de Lunel
Les Bouquinistes
Les Halles
Les Halles de Nîmes
Marché Alimentaire
Marché aux Fleurs
Marché aux Puces
Marché d'Aubais
Marché de Beausoleil
Marché de Bellegarde
Marché de Jean Jaurès
Marché de Provence
Marché de Sernhac
Marché de Valdegour
Marché du Boucanet
Marché du Boucanet
Marché du Chemin Bas
Marché du Mas de Mingue
Marché du Stade des Costières
Marché Nîmes Ouest
Marché Paysan
Place du Champ de Foire

Castles in Générac

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Générac

Gas Stations in Générac

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avia

Banks in Générac

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Générac

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Antonins
Brasserie Des Costieres
La Barbaude
La Barbaude
La Fiesta
Le b
Le Gambrinus

Stadiums & Teams in Générac

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Airports Near Générac

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montpellier-Méditerranée AirportMPLLarge Airport
Aérodrome d'Alès Cévennes-Medium Airport
Avignon Caumont airportAVNMedium Airport
Istres-Le Tubé Air Base-Medium Airport
Nîmes-Arles-Camargue AirportFNIMedium Airport
Orange-Caritat (BA 115) Air Base-Medium Airport
Aérodrome d'Eyguières-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Montpellier - Candillargues-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Martin-de-Londres-Small Airport
Avignon-Pujaut Airfield-Small Airport
Campagne Airfield-Small Airport
Edgar Soumille Airfield-Small Airport
La Grand'combe Airfield-Small Airport
Le Grand Plantier Airfield-Small Airport
Le Mazet De Romanin Airfield-Small Airport
Nîmes Courbessac Airfield-Small Airport
Pierrelatte Airfield-Small Airport
Pignan Airfield-Small Airport
Plaine de Lacan Airfield-Small Airport
Plan-de-Dieu-Orange Airfield-Small Airport
Remoulins Private Airfield-Small Airport
Rouveirolle Airfield-Small Airport
Ruoms Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Drézéry Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Victor Airfield-Small Airport
Sète ULM Airfield-Small Airport
Tornac Airfield-Small Airport
Uzès-Belvezet Airfield-Small Airport
Valréas Visan Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Générac

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Générac

Churches & Religious Organizations in Générac

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Immaculée-Conception
Temple protestant

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 Générac

What is the population of Générac?

Générac has a population of 3,488 residents and is located in France. The population density is 320 people per square mile, spread across 10.9 square miles.

Is Générac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,959, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $142,400 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Générac?

Générac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.

How is the job market in Générac?

The job market in Générac faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 209 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Générac?

The median home value in Générac is $142,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $712.

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