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Petosse, France

Pays de la Loire · France

Petosse is a small town in Pays de la Loire, France with a population of 519. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
519 Population 85/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
45.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,950 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,950 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$103,800 home value, $519/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population519
Density85/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,950
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$103,800
Rent$519
Housing Units208
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population519
Population Density85 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates46.4809°, -0.9090°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvincePays de la Loire
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)
Median Household Income$22,950

About Petosse

Petosse is a small town in France (Pays de la Loire) with a population of 519. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Petosse is $22,950, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (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 31 business establishments.

Income: Petosse vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,950
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Petosse is $103,800, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $519 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 208 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 4.5x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,800
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$519
55% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units208

Property Tax

Petosse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 270 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 45.1 inches. The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates46.4809°N, 0.9090°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.1"
19% above France avg
Snowfall 1.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

331 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 69 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 24 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 33 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 134 km
Jun 22, 2005 2 km E of La Guérinière, France M4.3 112 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 12 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 74 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 124 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 71 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 120 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 76 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 10 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 25 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 26 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 12 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 78 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 106 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 53 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 56 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 22 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
February 44°F (6°C) 2.6 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Petosse has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 43°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Petosse

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Les Chats Ferrés
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Radio Stations near Petosse

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Alouette MP3 128 kbps
WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor alternative / indie, downtempo MP3 160 kbps
Collines La Radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Petosse

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye de Maillezais
Centre d’éducation à l’environnement du Marais Poitevin
Maison d'Aliénor
Maison de la Baie du Marais Poitevin
Maison du Maître de Digues
Manoir des Sciences de Réaumur
Musée des Arts et Traditions Populaires
Musée national Clemenceau-de Lattre
Musée Vendéen

Libraries in Petosse

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Au plaisir de lire0.0
Bibliothèque de Fontaines0.0
Bibliothèque du Prieuré0.0
Bibliothèque Henri et Maurice de La Pintière0.0
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 Clod’ Aria0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Théophile Mandineau0.0
Espace culturel Gabrielle Cachignard0.0
Le Pré des Livres0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Chantonnay0.0
Médiathèque de Sigournais0.0
Médiathèque Jim Dandurand0.0
Vendéthèque0.0

Farmers Markets in Petosse

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles
La Halle du Marché
Les casiers fermiers
Marché Couvert
Marché des Halles

Breweries in Petosse

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Casse cou
Ferme Brasserie La Muette
La Cibulle
La Rieuse

Stadiums & Teams in Petosse

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Petosse

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs AirportEDMMedium Airport
La Rochelle Île de Ré AirportLRHMedium Airport
Nantes Atlantique AirportNTEMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Coutigny-SérignéSmall Airport
Aérodrome de l'EmonièreSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Marennes - Le BournetSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Aubin La PlaineSmall Airport
Aérodrome du GirouardSmall Airport
Arvert AirfieldSmall Airport
Bournizeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Breuil Barret AirfieldSmall Airport
Chaillé-les-Marais Private AirstripSmall Airport
Cholet Le Pontreau airfieldCETSmall Airport
Cizay-la-Madeleine ULSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontenay Le Comte AirfieldSmall Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
la brossette AirfieldSmall Airport
La Planche AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranche-sur-Mer ULMSmall Airport
Le Grand Moiré AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Luçon - Chasnais AerodromeSmall Airport
Luçon AirfieldSmall Airport
Mauléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaigu St Georges AirfieldSmall Airport
Mouchamps AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Amand sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Laurent sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Martin des Fontaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Philbert de Bouaine AirfieldSmall Airport
Secondigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Sèvremoine Ultralight stripSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
St Macaire du bois AirfieldSmall Airport
St Pierre d'Oléron AirfieldSmall Airport
Talmont Vendée Air ParkSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Valanjou AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Petosse

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Julien

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 Petosse

What is the population of Petosse?

Petosse has a population of 519 residents and is located in France. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.

Is Petosse expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,950, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $103,800 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $519 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Petosse?

Petosse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Petosse?

The job market in Petosse faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Petosse?

The median home value in Petosse is $103,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $519.

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