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La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne, France

Pays de la Loire · France

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne is a small town in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 1,113. Elevation: 289 ft (88 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,113 Population 53/sq mi density
289 ft Elevation 88 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,918 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$22,918 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$96,400 home value, $482/mo rent

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About La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne is a commune in the Loire-Atlantique department in western France.

People

Population1,113
Density53/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,918
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$96,400
Rent$482
Housing Units445
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Population1,113
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Coordinates47.5597°, -1.4019°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvincePays de la Loire
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.8 inches (908 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$22,918

About La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne is a small town in France (Pays de la Loire) with a population of 1,113. The city sits at an elevation of 289 feet (88 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne is $22,918, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (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 67 business establishments.

Income: La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,918
70% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne is $96,400, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $482 (59% below the national average of $1,163). There are 445 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 4.2x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,400
66% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$482
59% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units445

Property Tax

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 289 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area21.1 sq mi (54.5 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates47.5597°N, 1.4019°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.8"
6% below France avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

332 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 17, 2023.

Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 102 km
Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 83 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 108 km
Jun 22, 2005 2 km E of La Guérinière, France M4.3 89 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 115 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 138 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 130 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 123 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 137 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 133 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 104 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 101 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 78 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 81 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 143 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 129 km
Apr 7, 2005 18 km WNW of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France M3.8 100 km
Dec 12, 1993 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France M3.8 91 km
Nov 25, 1997 0 km ENE of Tiffauges, France M3.7 65 km
May 5, 2003 1 km N of Torfou, France M3.7 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
February 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 42°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Sainte-Marie
École primaire publique
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Radio Stations near La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
..87,5!. Nantes alternative, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
France Bleu Loire Océan MP3 128 kbps
Radio Grand Lieu eclectic, regional radio MP3 320 kbps
Ici Loire Océan regional MP3 128 kbps
Europe 2 Pays de la Loire pop, rock AAC 127 kbps
DY10 MP3 256 kbps
Radio DY10 MP3 256 kbps
Radio NTI club dj remix dance pop, dj radio MP3 192 kbps
AlterNantes alternative, france MP3 192 kbps
SUN | Le Son Unique MP3 160 kbps
Gay Radio FR gay, hit MP3 128 kbps
Radio Souvenir MP3 128 kbps
Radio44 chanson française, classic AAC 192 kbps

Museums in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Agri Retro
Château de Châteaubriant
Maison Huard
Micro-Folie
Musée "Au Siècle Passé"
Musée de la Forge Neuve
Musée de la Résistance
Musée des Mines de la Brutz
Musée Joachim du Bellay

Libraries in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Antoine de Saint-Exupéry0.0
Bibliothèque Au Puits du Livre0.0
Bibliothèque d'Erbray0.0
Bibliothèque d'Issé0.0
Bibliothèque de Fercé0.0
Bibliothèque de Grand-Auverné0.0
Bibliothèque de Juigné-des-Moutiers0.0
Bibliothèque de La Chapelle-Glain0.0
Bibliothèque de La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne0.0
Bibliothèque de Louisfert0.0
Bibliothèque de Moisdon-la-Rivière0.0
Bibliothèque de Noyal-sur-Brutz0.0
Bibliothèque de Petit-Auverné0.0
Bibliothèque de Rougé0.0
Bibliothèque de Ruffigné0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Julien-de-Vouvantes0.0
Bibliothèque de Soudan0.0
Bibliothèque de Villepot0.0
Bibliothèque des Landes à Prévert0.0
Bibliothèque L'Arbre aux Livres0.0
Bibliothèque La Mine du Livre0.0
Bibliothèque Les Mots Passant0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Porte-Plume0.0
Bibliothèque pour Petits et Grands0.0
Bilbliothèque municipale0.0
Bouillon de Culture0.0
Centre René Cassin0.0
Erdre en Pages0.0
L'Orange Bleue0.0
La Forge aux Livres0.0
Les Amis du Livre0.0
Les Bouquins Champêtres0.0
Les Milles et Une Pages0.0
Médiathèque Andrée-Chedid0.0
Médiathèque Claire Bretécher0.0
Médiathèque de Châteaubriant0.0
Médiathèque de Jans0.0
Médiathèque de Lusanger0.0
Médiathèque de Mouais0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Vincent des Landes0.0
Médiathèque de Sion-les-Mines0.0
Médiathèque de Sucé sur Erdre0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale0.0
Médiathèque Jean d'Ormesson0.0
Médiathèque La Pléiade0.0
Médiathèque Le Château0.0
Médiathèque Tournepage0.0
Médiathèque Victor Hugo0.0
Mille et Une Pages0.0

Farmers Markets in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
AMAP de Nort sur Erdre
Halle des vinaigriers
Marché couvert
Marché de la Rousselière
Marché des 4 Vents
Parking
Place de la Madeleine
Place du Champ de Foire
Place du Commerce
Place Montréal
Place Saint-Pierre

Hotels in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Manoir de la Jahotière

Castles in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Launay
Manoir de la Jahotière

Breweries in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de l'Ouche
Brasserie du Cadran
Brasserie San Roce
Brasserie Tête Haute
Brasserie Will's
Castel Pub
L'Incontournable
La Brasserie du Bouffay
La Gouleyante
O'Malt
Papybot'

Stadiums & Teams in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

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Airports Near La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laval-Entrammes AirportLVAMedium Airport
Nantes Atlantique AirportNTEMedium Airport
Rennes-Saint-Jacques AirportRNSMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Cossé le VivienSmall Airport
Aérodrome de l'EmonièreSmall Airport
Aérodrome privé Le QuillouxSmall Airport
Amanlis Janzé AirfieldSmall Airport
Ancenis AirfieldSmall Airport
Andouillé le Tertre picard AirfieldSmall Airport
Beauvoir Fromentine AirfieldSmall Airport
Campbon La Berthelière AirfieldSmall Airport
Châteaubriant Pouancé AirfieldSmall Airport
Chesnaie ULM AirfieldSmall Airport
Cholet Le Pontreau airfieldCETSmall Airport
Frossay Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Baillée sous Champ Fleu AirfieldSmall Airport
La Bochet AirfieldSmall Airport
la brossette AirfieldSmall Airport
La Dominelais AirfieldSmall Airport
La Planche AirfieldSmall Airport
La Possardière AirfieldSmall Airport
Mauléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaigu St Georges AirfieldSmall Airport
Moulins le Haut Bois AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantes Héric AirfieldSmall Airport
Piste privée de La CornélieSmall Airport
Pléchatel Faroulais AirfieldSmall Airport
Queneleuc AirfieldSmall Airport
Redon Bains-sur-Oust AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Amand sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Brévin les Pins AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Laurent sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Philbert de Bouaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Sigismond ULMSmall Airport
Saint Sulpice des LandesSmall Airport
Sèvremoine Ultralight stripSmall Airport
St Brévin les Pins AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abbaye Notre-Dame de Melleray
Église Saint-Étienne

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 La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne

What is the population of La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne?

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne has a population of 1,113 residents and is located in France. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 21.1 square miles.

Is La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,918, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $96,400 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $482 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne?

La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches.

How is the job market in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne?

The unemployment rate in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne?

The median home value in La Meilleraye-de-Bretagne is $96,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $482.

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