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Leignes-sur-Fontaine, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Leignes-sur-Fontaine is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 532. Elevation: 479 ft (146 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
532 Population 23/sq mi density
479 ft Elevation 146 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,118 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$22,118 median income, 10.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $425/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population532
Density23/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,118
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$425
Housing Units213
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Population532
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Coordinates46.5060°, 0.7763°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,118

About Leignes-sur-Fontaine

Leignes-sur-Fontaine is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 532. The city sits at an elevation of 479 feet (146 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Leignes-sur-Fontaine is $22,118, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 32 business establishments.

Income: Leignes-sur-Fontaine vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,118
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Leignes-sur-Fontaine is $85,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $425 (63% below the national average of $1,163). There are 213 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 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$425
63% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units213

Property Tax

Leignes-sur-Fontaine experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 479 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below France avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area23.5 sq mi (60.8 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates46.5060°N, 0.7763°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 137 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 120 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 137 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 96 km
May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 143 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 120 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 67 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 143 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 124 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 125 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 122 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 124 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 26 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 140 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 75 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 96 km
Dec 12, 1993 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France M3.8 112 km
Jan 25, 1993 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France M3.8 148 km
Oct 3, 1999 11 km W of Écueillé, France M3.8 74 km
Aug 23, 1997 7 km NW of Chaillac, France M3.7 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (188 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Leignes-sur-Fontaine has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 40°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle Pouzioux
École maternelle Fleix
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Radio Stations near Leignes-sur-Fontaine

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO PULSAR MP3 192 kbps
Radio Echo des Choucas (REC) french chansons, french music MP3 192 kbps
Radio Elyon chrétien MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dynamo AAC 96 kbps

Museums in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye de l'Étoile
Centre d'Interprétation du Roc-aux-Sorciers
Cité de l'Écrit et des Métiers du Livre
Donjon de Gouzon
Ecomusée du Montmorillonnais
La Préface
Maison des Abeilles
Musée Archéologique de Civaux
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Montmorillon
Musée de l'Amande et du Macaron
Musée de la Ferme Acadienne
Musée de la Préhistoire
Musée des Traditions populaires et d'archéologie
Musée Henri de Monfreid
Musée Valdiviennoise

Libraries in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Espace socio culturel J.A. Lochon - Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Bouresse0.0
Médiathèque Jeanne Ducluzeau0.0
Médiathèque Maurice Fombeure0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Moussac0.0

Farmers Markets in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Chauvigny

Castles in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de La Contour

Breweries in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bière de Montmorillon
Difré

Airports Near Leignes-sur-Fontaine

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Limoges AirportLIGMedium Airport
Poitiers-Biard AirportPISMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Châtellerault-TargéSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-JunienSmall Airport
Archigny Chenevelles AirfieldSmall Airport
Availles Limouzine AirfieldSmall Airport
Azat le Ris AirfieldSmall Airport
Bataillou AirfieldSmall Airport
Bellac AirfieldSmall Airport
Berneuil AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Brigueil le Chantre AirfieldSmall Airport
Brizay AirfieldSmall Airport
Buxeuil Saint Rémy sur Creuse AirfieldSmall Airport
Château de l'Estang AirfieldSmall Airport
Chauvigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenommet AirfieldSmall Airport
Condac AirfieldSmall Airport
Couhé Vérac AirfieldSmall Airport
Gajoubert AirfieldSmall Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Blanc AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Fort d'Aslonnes AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pavillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Pommier Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Lémeré AirfieldSmall Airport
Libarderie Blond AirfieldSmall Airport
Loches AirfieldSmall Airport
Loudun AirfieldSmall Airport
Montmorillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Orbigny Les Pallis AirfieldSmall Airport
Prissac AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Branchs AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Ciers AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Coutant AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hippolyte AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Maurice Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Sepmes AirfieldSmall Airport
Tours Le Louroux AirfieldSmall Airport
Villentrois Les Mardelles AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe
Poste Annexe
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Leignes-sur-Fontaine

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame
Église Saint-Barthélemy
Église Saint-Étienne
Église Saint-Hilaire
Église Saint-Pardoux
Église Saint-Symphorien

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 Leignes-sur-Fontaine

What is the population of Leignes-sur-Fontaine?

Leignes-sur-Fontaine has a population of 532 residents and is located in France. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 23.5 square miles.

Is Leignes-sur-Fontaine expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,118, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Leignes-sur-Fontaine?

Leignes-sur-Fontaine has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.

How is the job market in Leignes-sur-Fontaine?

The job market in Leignes-sur-Fontaine faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Leignes-sur-Fontaine?

The median home value in Leignes-sur-Fontaine is $85,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $425.

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