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Orsennes, France

Centre-Val de Loire · 🇫🇷 France

Orsennes is a small town in Centre-Val de Loire, France with a population of 793. Elevation: 938 ft (286 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
793 Population
938 ft Elevation 286 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$20,725 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$20,725 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$432/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,725
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $432
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population793
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,725
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$432
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation938 ft (286 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population793
Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Coordinates46.4765°, 1.6830°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCentre-Val de Loire
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,725
Median Age42.3 years

Is Orsennes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orsennes receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Orsennes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orsennes is $20,725, 72% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Orsennes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Orsennes has a population of 793. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

793
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Orsennes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orsennes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orsennes is $20,725, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Orsennes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,725
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $432 (63% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$432
63% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Orsennes, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Orsennes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Orsennes experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 938 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Coordinates46.4765°N, 1.6830°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in

Orsennes has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 39°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (2.3").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Orsennes

What is the population of Orsennes?

Orsennes has a population of 793 residents and is located in France.. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Orsennes expensive to live in?

Orsennes is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $20,725, 72% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Orsennes?

Orsennes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Orsennes?

The job market in Orsennes faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Orsennes?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $432.

How are the schools in Orsennes?

31.7% of adults in Orsennes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Orsennes?

The obesity rate in Orsennes is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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