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Gensac-la-Pallue, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Gensac-la-Pallue is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,687. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,687 Population 301/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
51.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,806 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$26,806 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$109,000 home value, $545/mo rent

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About Gensac-la-Pallue

Gensac-la-Pallue

Gensac-la-Pallue is a commune in the Charente department in southwestern France.

People

Population1,687
Density301/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,806
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$109,000
Rent$545
Housing Units675
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population1,687
Population Density301 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates45.6505°, -0.2529°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,307 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$26,806

About Gensac-la-Pallue

Gensac-la-Pallue is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,687. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Gensac-la-Pallue is $26,806, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (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 101 business establishments.

Income: Gensac-la-Pallue vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,806
64% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gensac-la-Pallue is $109,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $545 (53% below the national average of $1,163). There are 675 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 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,000
61% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$545
53% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units675

Property Tax

Gensac-la-Pallue enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 264 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 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates45.6505°N, 0.2529°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above France avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

199 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 88 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 129 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 73 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 37 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 117 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 100 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 96 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 94 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 97 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 126 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 58 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 131 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 94 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 101 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 116 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 65 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 93 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 83 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 28 km
Feb 5, 1991 36 km W of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
February 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.3 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 44°F (6°C) 3.7 in Coldest

Gensac-la-Pallue has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Gensac-la-Pallue

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Les Chardons
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Radio Stations near Gensac-la-Pallue

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits 1 dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Hits 1 latina fiesta latina, fiestalatina MP3 320 kbps
Attitude MP3 192 kbps
Radio Zaï Zaï alternative rock, chill MP3 128 kbps
Hits 1 Cognac dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Bide&Musique MP3 128 kbps
WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor alternative / indie, downtempo MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Gensac-la-Pallue

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Espace d'Interprétation du Gallo-Romain des Bouchauds
Jardin de Gabriel
La Maison de l'Énergie
Maison de la Vigne et des Saveurs
Maison des Gabarriers
Maison natale de François Mitterand
Micro-Folie
Moulin de chez Bret
Musée Artisanal et Rural
Musée d'art et d'histoire
Musée de la Gare
Musée des Bujoliers
Musée des savoir-faire du Cognac;Espace Découverte
Parc des Expositions de Cognac
Rémy Martin

Libraries in Gensac-la-Pallue

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblio-Breuil (Bibliothèque municipale)0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Pérignac0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Simone Veil0.0
Espace du prieuré (Bibliothèque municipale)0.0
Les Amis du Livre0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Haute-Saintonge0.0
Médiathèque Ernest Labrousse0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale du Rouillacais0.0
Médiathèque La Kinkaïri0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Gensac-la-Pallue

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Le Marché
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché de plein vent
Marché de Rouillac
Marché de Saint-Jacques
Marché du Tambourinour
Marché plein air
Marché plein air
Marché plein vent
Place du Champ de Foire
Ruche Cognac
Ruche de Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire

Cafes in Gensac-la-Pallue

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Tabac Presse

Castles in Gensac-la-Pallue

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Logis de l'Eclopart

Breweries in Gensac-la-Pallue

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Big Hop
Brasserie des Gabariers
Brasserie Jukebox
La Goule
Petr'hops

Stadiums & Teams in Gensac-la-Pallue

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gensac-la-Pallue

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airportANGMedium Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Royan-Médis AirportRYNMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'ArgentineSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac NeullesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-MarcillacSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Ribérac-TouretteSmall Airport
Aignes et Puyperoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Chalais AirfieldSmall Airport
Champ rose AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenommet AirfieldSmall Airport
Condac AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Couhé Vérac AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Hautefaye AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
La Broue AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Luquet AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pas de l'Aze AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Libourne-Artigues-de-Lussac AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pillac AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Ciers AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Coutant AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Hélène AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm air estuaire AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Gensac-la-Pallue

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gensac-la-Pallue

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gensac-la-Pallue

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Martin

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 Gensac-la-Pallue

What is the population of Gensac-la-Pallue?

Gensac-la-Pallue has a population of 1,687 residents and is located in France. The population density is 301 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles.

Is Gensac-la-Pallue expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,806, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,000 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $545 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Gensac-la-Pallue?

Gensac-la-Pallue enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches.

How is the job market in Gensac-la-Pallue?

The unemployment rate in Gensac-la-Pallue is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gensac-la-Pallue?

The median home value in Gensac-la-Pallue is $109,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $545.

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