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Le Gâvre, France

Pays de la Loire · France

Le Gâvre is a small town in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 1,026. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,026 Population 50/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,106 Median Income
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Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$24,106 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$103,000 home value, $515/mo rent

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About Le Gâvre

Le Gâvre

Le Gâvre is a commune in the Loire-Atlantique department in western France.

People

Population1,026
Density50/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,106
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$103,000
Rent$515
Housing Units410
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Population1,026
Population Density50 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates47.5206°, -1.7482°
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$24,106

About Le Gâvre

Le Gâvre is a small town in France (Pays de la Loire) with a population of 1,026. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 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 Le Gâvre is $24,106, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (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 62 business establishments.

Income: Le Gâvre vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,106
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Le Gâvre is $103,000, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $515 (56% below the national average of $1,163). There are 410 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 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,000
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$515
56% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units410

Property Tax

Le Gâvre 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 102 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

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area20.7 sq mi (53.6 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates47.5206°N, 1.7482°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.8"
6% below France avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 109 km
Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 56 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 83 km
Jun 22, 2005 2 km E of La Guérinière, France M4.3 70 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 121 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 115 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 137 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 147 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 144 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 110 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 107 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 114 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 99 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 147 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 141 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 79 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 147 km
Jul 11, 2002 3 km NW of Pluduno, France M3.8 122 km
Apr 7, 2005 18 km WNW of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France M3.8 77 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in
February 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
July 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in Wettest
December 44°F (6°C) 3.3 in

Le Gâvre has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 43°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Le Gâvre

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Saint-Pierre
École primaire Charles Perron
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Radio Stations near Le Gâvre

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Grosse Tambouille grosse tambouille, indépendante MP3 192 kbps
..87,5!. Nantes alternative, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
France Bleu Loire Océan MP3 128 kbps
AlterNantes alternative, france MP3 192 kbps
Radio44 chanson française, classic AAC 192 kbps
Radio Souvenir MP3 128 kbps
Gay Radio FR gay, hit MP3 128 kbps
Timbre FM MP3 256 kbps
La Tribu AAC+ 88 kbps
SUN | Le Son Unique MP3 160 kbps
Jade FM MP3 80 kbps
Radio NTI club dj remix dance pop, dj radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio DY10 MP3 256 kbps
DY10 MP3 256 kbps
Europe 2 Pays de la Loire pop, rock AAC 127 kbps
Ici Loire Océan regional MP3 128 kbps
Radio Grand Lieu eclectic, regional radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Le Gâvre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre de découverte Terre d'Estuaire
Écomusé rural du Pays Nantais
Maison de la Forêt
Maison Nature et Mégalithes

Libraries in Le Gâvre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibiothèque de Bouée0.0
Bibiothèque du Moulin0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Au Puits du Livre0.0
Bibliothèque de Conquereuil0.0
Bibliothèque de Pierric0.0
Bibliothèque de Quilly0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Ganton0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Just0.0
Bibliothèque du Taslu0.0
Bibliothèque L'Arbre aux Livres0.0
Bibliothèque La Chapelaine0.0
Bibliothèque La Chapelaine0.0
Bibliothèque La Mine du Livre0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bilbliothèque municipale0.0
BU0.0
BU0.0
CDI0.0
CDI0.0
La forêt aux livres0.0
La Grange aux Livres0.0
Le Cirque des Pages0.0
Les Bouquins Champêtres0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Andrée-Chedid0.0
Médiathèque de Campbon0.0
Médiathèque de Carquefou0.0
Médiathèque de Derval0.0
Médiathèque de Jans0.0
Médiathèque de La Chapelle-de-Brain0.0
Médiathèque de Lavau-sur-Loire0.0
Médiathèque de Lusanger0.0
Médiathèque de Malville0.0
Médiathèque de Marsac-sur-Don0.0
Médiathèque de Massérac0.0
Médiathèque de Mouais0.0
Médiathèque de Plessé0.0
Médiathèque de Renac0.0
Médiathèque de Savenay0.0
Médiathèque de Sion-les-Mines0.0
Médiathèque de Sucé sur Erdre0.0
Médiathèque Estuaire et Sillon0.0
Médiathèque Jacques Falrand0.0
Médiathèque Jean d'Ormesson0.0
Médiathèque La Grange0.0
Médiathèque Le Château0.0
Médiathèque Le Marque-Page0.0
Médiathèque Le Puits au Chat0.0
Médiathèque Marcelle Maurette0.0
Médiathèque Ormédo0.0
Médiathèque Tournepage0.0
Médiathèque Victor Hugo0.0

Farmers Markets in Le Gâvre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
AMAP de Nort sur Erdre
Marché bio des Landes du Luquet
Marché de la Ruche à pain
Marché de Vigneux de Bretagne
Marché du Bourg
Marché du Bourg
Marché fermier de Gagné
Marché fermier de Gagné
Parking Jules Verne
Place du Champ de Foire
Place du marché
Place Montréal

Breweries in Le Gâvre

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie La Beluette
Brasserie La Beluette
Brasserie Montluc
Brasserie San Roce
La Brasserie du Bouffay

Airports Near Le Gâvre

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Baule-Escoublac AirportLBYMedium Airport
Nantes Atlantique AirportNTEMedium Airport
Rennes-Saint-Jacques AirportRNSMedium Airport
Saint-Nazaire-Montoir AirportSNRMedium Airport
Aérodrome de l'EmonièreSmall Airport
Aérodrome privé Le QuillouxSmall Airport
Amanlis Janzé AirfieldSmall Airport
Ancenis AirfieldSmall Airport
Beauvoir Fromentine AirfieldSmall Airport
Campbon La Berthelière AirfieldSmall Airport
Châteaubriant Pouancé AirfieldSmall Airport
Coëtquidan Air BaseSmall 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
Montaigu St Georges AirfieldSmall Airport
Mouchamps AirfieldSmall Airport
Moulins le Haut Bois AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantes Héric AirfieldSmall Airport
Piste privée de La CornélieSmall Airport
Pléchatel Faroulais AirfieldSmall Airport
Pleucadeuc private airfieldSmall Airport
Ploërmel Loyat AirfieldSmall Airport
Queneleuc AirfieldSmall Airport
Quily AirfieldSmall Airport
Redon Bains-sur-Oust AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Brévin les Pins AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Philbert de Bouaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Sulpice des LandesSmall Airport
Sèvremoine Ultralight stripSmall Airport
St Brévin les Pins AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Le Gâvre

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Le Gâvre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Gâvre

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle de la Magdelaine
Église Notre-Dame du Gâvre

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 Gâvre

What is the population of Le Gâvre?

Le Gâvre has a population of 1,026 residents and is located in France. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 20.7 square miles.

Is Le Gâvre expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,106, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $103,000 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $515 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Le Gâvre?

Le Gâvre 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 Le Gâvre?

The job market in Le Gâvre faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 62 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Le Gâvre?

The median home value in Le Gâvre is $103,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $515.

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