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Meschers-sur-Gironde, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Meschers-sur-Gironde is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 2,404. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,404 Population 390/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
33.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,298 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$26,298 median income, 16.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$149,600 home value, $748/mo rent

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About Meschers-sur-Gironde

Meschers-sur-Gironde

Meschers-sur-Gironde is a commune in the Charente-Maritime department, southwestern France.

People

Population2,404
Density390/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$26,298
Unemployment16.0%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$149,600
Rent$748
Housing Units962
Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population2,404
Population Density390 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates45.5593°, -0.9567°
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$26,298

About Meschers-sur-Gironde

Meschers-sur-Gironde is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 2,404. 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 Meschers-sur-Gironde is $26,298, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 144 business establishments.

Income: Meschers-sur-Gironde vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,298
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.0%
344% above France avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below France avg
Establishments (County)144

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Meschers-sur-Gironde is $149,600, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $748 (36% below the national average of $1,163). There are 962 total housing units in the city. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,600
47% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$748
36% below France avg
Rent Burden27.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units962

Property Tax

Meschers-sur-Gironde 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)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates45.5593°N, 0.9567°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

177 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 50 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 126 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 75 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 51 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 111 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 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 57 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 54 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 103 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 108 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 128 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 94 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 124 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 145 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 56 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 79 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 84 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 99 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 147 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 83 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

Meschers-sur-Gironde 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 Meschers-sur-Gironde

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle Meschers sur Gironde
École élémentaire Meschers sur Gironde
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Radio Stations near Meschers-sur-Gironde

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 Meschers-sur-Gironde

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Cité de l'Huître
La Grange du Patrimoine
Maison des Douanes
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 Tonnellerie
Musée de Royan
Musée du Clos de Grange Vieille
Musée du Phare de Cordouan & des Phares et Balises
Musée Ferroviaire

Libraries in Meschers-sur-Gironde

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
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 Municipale de Médis0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Vaux-sur-Mer0.0
Bibliothèque Pierre Dumousseau0.0
Le Gourbet0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
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 Meschers-sur-Gironde

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halles
Halles
Les Halles
Les Halles
marché
Marché central
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
marché couvert
Marché d'Arvert
Marché de Ronce-les-Bains
Marché de Saujon
Marché du Parc
Marché Municipal
Vieilles halles

Hotels in Meschers-sur-Gironde

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grottes de Matata

Cafes in Meschers-sur-Gironde

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Cappucino
Le Moussaillon
Oliver's Café

Veterinaries in Meschers-sur-Gironde

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mélanie Gau

Gas Stations in Meschers-sur-Gironde

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station U

Banks in Meschers-sur-Gironde

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Meschers-sur-Gironde

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des 3 Phares

Stadiums & Teams in Meschers-sur-Gironde

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Meschers-sur-Gironde

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordeaux–Mérignac AirportBODLarge Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
La Rochelle Île de Ré AirportLRHMedium 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
Bordeaux Yvrac AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe 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
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Meschers-sur-Gironde

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Meschers-sur-Gironde
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Meschers-sur-Gironde

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Réformée
Église Saint-Saturnin

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 Meschers-sur-Gironde

What is the population of Meschers-sur-Gironde?

Meschers-sur-Gironde has a population of 2,404 residents and is located in France. The population density is 390 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.

Is Meschers-sur-Gironde expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,298, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $149,600 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Meschers-sur-Gironde?

Meschers-sur-Gironde 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 Meschers-sur-Gironde?

The job market in Meschers-sur-Gironde faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 144 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Meschers-sur-Gironde?

The median home value in Meschers-sur-Gironde is $149,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $748.

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