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Le Chay, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Le Chay is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 607. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
607 Population 90/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
33.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,095 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,095 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$109,000 home value, $545/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population607
Density90/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,095
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$109,000
Rent$545
Housing Units243
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population607
Population Density90 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates45.6388°, -0.8955°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.5 inches (852 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,095

About Le Chay

Le Chay is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 607. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Le Chay is $24,095, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (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 36 business establishments.

Income: Le Chay vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,095
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Le Chay 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 243 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 4.5x.

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 Units243

Property Tax

Le Chay experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 275 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 33.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates45.6388°N, 0.8955°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.5"
12% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.02"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

187 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 46 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 117 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 65 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 52 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 102 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 93 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 52 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 54 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 50 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 105 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 119 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 116 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 85 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 136 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 79 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 50 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 71 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 74 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 90 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 49°F (9°C) 4.0 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in

Le Chay has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 43°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Le Chay

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Anatole Eugène Hillairet
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Radio Stations near Le Chay

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits 1 dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Hits 1 latina fiesta latina, fiestalatina MP3 320 kbps
WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor alternative / indie, downtempo MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Le Chay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye de Trizay
La cabane des Claires
La Cité de l'Huître
La Halle aux Vivres
Maison des Douanes
Maison du Patrimoine
Maison du Québec
Mémorial de la Forteresse du Nord-Médoc
Moulin a vent
Musée d'art et d'archéologie
Musée de l'histoire de Talmont
Musée de la miniature
Musée de la Pierre
Musée de Royan
Musée du Phare de Cordouan & des Phares et Balises
Musée du Vélo
Musée Ferroviaire

Libraries in Le Chay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Chenac-Saint-Seurin-d'Uzet0.0
Bibliothèque Gabrielle et Jean Batista0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale "Autour du livre"0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Médis0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Vaux-sur-Mer0.0
Bibliothèque Pierre Dumousseau0.0
Centre Paul Chenereau0.0
Médiathénac Edmond Maguier0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Départementale0.0
Médiathèque Émile Gaboriau0.0
Médiathèque Henri Moreau0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de La Chapelle0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Saint-Georges de Didonne0.0

Farmers Markets in Le Chay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halles
Halles
La Ferme Santone
Les Halles
Les Halles
marché
Marché
Marché central
marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché d'Arvert
Marché de Saint-Savinien
Marché de Saujon
Marché du Parc
Marché Municipal
Vieilles halles

Breweries in Le Chay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
BOC 17
Brasserie des 3 Phares
Chez Georges

Stadiums & Teams in Le Chay

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Le Chay

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
La Rochelle Île de Ré AirportLRHMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Royan-Médis AirportRYNMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac NeullesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Marennes - Le BournetSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-MarcillacSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Vendays-MontalivetSmall Airport
Arvert AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranche-sur-Mer ULMSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Hélène AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
Soulac Sur Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
St Pierre d'Oléron AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm air estuaire AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Le Chay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Chay

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 Le Chay

What is the population of Le Chay?

Le Chay has a population of 607 residents and is located in France. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles.

Is Le Chay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,095, 68% 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 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Le Chay?

Le Chay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches.

How is the job market in Le Chay?

The job market in Le Chay faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Le Chay?

The median home value in Le Chay is $109,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $545.

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