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Gesnes-le-Gandelin, France

Pays de la Loire · 🇫🇷 France

Gesnes-le-Gandelin is a small town in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 778. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
778 Population 157/sq mi density
564 ft Elevation 172 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
36.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,332 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,332 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$419/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,332
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $419
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population778
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,332
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$419
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population778
Population Density157 / sq mi
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates48.3553°, 0.0190°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvincePays de la Loire
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (925 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$24,332
Median Age42.3 years

Is Gesnes-le-Gandelin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gesnes-le-Gandelin receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Gesnes-le-Gandelin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gesnes-le-Gandelin is $24,332, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $419 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gesnes-le-Gandelin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Gesnes-le-Gandelin has a population of 778 with a density of 157 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

778
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gesnes-le-Gandelin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gesnes-le-Gandelin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gesnes-le-Gandelin is $24,332, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gesnes-le-Gandelin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,332
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $419 (64% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$419
64% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Gesnes-le-Gandelin, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Gesnes-le-Gandelin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Gesnes-le-Gandelin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates48.3553°N, 0.0190°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Gesnes-le-Gandelin has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 40°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (1.7").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gesnes-le-Gandelin

What is the population of Gesnes-le-Gandelin?

Gesnes-le-Gandelin has a population of 778 residents and is located in France. The population density is 157 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Gesnes-le-Gandelin expensive to live in?

Gesnes-le-Gandelin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $24,332, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $419 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Gesnes-le-Gandelin?

Gesnes-le-Gandelin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Gesnes-le-Gandelin?

The job market in Gesnes-le-Gandelin faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Gesnes-le-Gandelin?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $419.

How are the schools in Gesnes-le-Gandelin?

31.7% of adults in Gesnes-le-Gandelin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gesnes-le-Gandelin?

The obesity rate in Gesnes-le-Gandelin is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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