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Pessines, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Pessines is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 699. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
699 Population 94/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
51.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,179 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,179 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$109,000 home value, $545/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population699
Density94/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$26,179
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$109,000
Rent$545
Housing Units280
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Population699
Population Density94 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates45.7287°, -0.7180°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,307 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$26,179

About Pessines

Pessines is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 699. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Pessines is $26,179, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (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 42 business establishments.

Income: Pessines vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,179
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pessines 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 280 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 4.2x.

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 Units280

Property Tax

Pessines enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 264 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 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates45.7287°N, 0.7180°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above France avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

215 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 51 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 109 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 54 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 95 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 83 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 57 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 60 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 59 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 75 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 95 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 109 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 109 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 119 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 81 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 68 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 136 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 73 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 55 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
March 48°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) 1.9 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 3.6 in

Pessines has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Pessines

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cours Saint Joseph
L'île aux enfants
Collège et Lycée La Passerelle
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Radio Stations near Pessines

4 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Pessines

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye de Trizay
Ancien musée municipal de la Céramique
Corderie Royale
École de médecine navale - Musée
Jardin de Gabriel
L'Hermione, La Frégate de la liberté
Le conservatoire du bégonia
Les Trésors de Lisette
Lingot d'Art 1876
Maison de Pierre Loti
Maison des Aqueducs
Maison du Patrimoine
Micro-Folie
Micro-Folie
Musée archéologique
Musée Archéologique de Pons
Musée Artisanal et Rural
Musée d'Archéologie Vieille Paroisse
Musée d'art et d'histoire - Hôtel Hèbre de Saint-Clément
Musée de l'Echevinage
Musée de l'histoire de Talmont
Musée de la miniature
Musée de la Pêche aux Engins et aux Filets
Musée de la Pierre
Musée des Bujoliers
Musée des Cordeliers
Musée du Présidial
Musée Dupuy-Mestreau
Musée National de la Marine
Museum of old shops
Paléosite Saint Césaire

Libraries in Pessines

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Chenac-Saint-Seurin-d'Uzet0.0
Bibliothèque François Mitterrand0.0
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 Graffitis0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Guy Chapuis0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Nicole Liot0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Simone Veil0.0
Bibliothèque Pierre Dumousseau0.0
Bibliothèque pour Tous0.0
Biblothèque Municipale de Mazeray0.0
Centre Paul Chenereau0.0
Médiathénac Edmond Maguier0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque d'Échillais0.0
mediathéque de La Chapelle des Pots0.0
Médiathèque de Préguillac0.0
Médiathèque Départementale0.0
Médiathèque Dominique de Roux0.0
Médiathèque Émile Gaboriau0.0
Médiathèque Érik Orsenna0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de La Chapelle0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Saint-Jean-d'Angély0.0
Médiathèque municipale Roger Chéneau0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Senillou0.0
Service Historique de la Défense0.0

Farmers Markets in Pessines

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles
Halles
La Ferme Santone
Les Halles
Marché
Marché couvert
Marché de Saint-Savinien
Marché de Saujon
Marché Jeudi Matin
Marché Saint-Pierre
Vieilles halles

Breweries in Pessines

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
BOC 17
Chez Georges
Le Rive Droite
Petr'hops

Stadiums & Teams in Pessines

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Airports Near Pessines

37 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
Chaillé-les-Marais Private AirstripSmall Airport
Chalais AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontenay Le Comte AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
La Broue AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranche-sur-Mer ULMSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Libourne-Artigues-de-Lussac AirfieldSmall Airport
Luçon - Chasnais AerodromeSmall Airport
Luçon 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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pessines

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Gilles
Église Sainte-Madeleine

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 Pessines

What is the population of Pessines?

Pessines has a population of 699 residents and is located in France. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 7.4 square miles.

Is Pessines expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,179, 65% 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 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Pessines?

Pessines enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches.

How is the job market in Pessines?

The job market in Pessines faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pessines?

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

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