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Polignac, France
Rhône-Alpes · France
Polignac is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 2,761. Elevation: 2,464 ft (751 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Polignac
Polignac is a commune in the Haute-Loire department in south-central France. It is a member of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France Association.
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| Population | 2,761 |
| Population Density | 426 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,464 ft (751 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.0709°, 3.8603° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Rhône-Alpes |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (687 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,335 |
About Polignac
Polignac is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 2,761. The city sits at an elevation of 2,464 feet (751 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Polignac vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,335 |
| 64% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 166 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,000 |
| 64% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $505 |
| 57% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,104 |
Property Tax
Climate in Polignac
Polignac has an average annual temperature of 9.1°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 683 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below France avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,464 ft (751 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 426/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0709°N, 3.8603°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 105 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.9 in |
Polignac has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 36°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Polignac
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École élémentaire | - | - | - | - |
| École Sainte Jeanne D'arc | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Polignac
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RFM LE HIT | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MCRADIO | hits, pop rock | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 48FM - Liege | university radio | AAC 64 kbps | |
| MCRADIO - La hit radio du massif central | live, local radio | MP3 256 kbps | |
| LARS'N | documentaries, local music | OGG | |
| Radio Ondaine | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Multicolore Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Polignac
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Écomusée de la ruralité | ||||
| Ferme à toit de chaume dite Ferme Perrel | ||||
| Le Camino | ||||
| Musée Crozatier | ||||
| Musée de l'école | ||||
| Musée de la Béate | ||||
| Musée des Croyances populaires | ||||
| Musée des mécaniques anciennes | ||||
| Musée des Tapisseries | ||||
| Musée Jules Romains |
Libraries in Polignac
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Lavoute-sur-Loire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Les compères de Nasredine | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Vorey-sur-Arzon | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Départementale de la Haute-Loire | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Henri Dubois | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque René Garnier | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polignac
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Place Boncompain | |||||
| Place de la Mairie | |||||
| Place des Moulettes | |||||
| Place du Plot | |||||
| Place Henri Champagnac |
Hotels in Polignac
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Polignac
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Polignac
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station de ski Bleymard Mont Lozère | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Croix de Bauzon | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Les Estables | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Espace Liberté de Chaudeyrac | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Domaine Nordique du Meygal | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Prabouré | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chalmazel | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Polignac
32 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airport | CFE | Large Airport |
| Aubenas-South Ardèche Airport | OBS | Medium Airport |
| Mende-Brenoux Airfield | MEN | Medium Airport |
| Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport | EBU | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Feurs - Chambéon | - | Small Airport |
| Altiport du Bez | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface de la Jasserie | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface Notre-Dame-des-Neiges-Abbaye | - | Small Airport |
| Ambert - Le Poyet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bibost Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bort-l'Étang Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brioude Beaumont Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Col du Béal Altiport | - | Small Airport |
| Cret de Montieux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Creysseilles les croix Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fenestres Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Forez Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Issoire-Le Broc Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La jalabertière Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Sauvetat Aubusson-d'Auvergne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langogne-Lespéron Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Puy-Loudes Airfield | LPY | Small Airport |
| Les Bories Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Vastres Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mazeyrat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Montverdun Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Précieux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ribennes La Cheminade Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ruoms Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Chamond L'Horme Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| St Galmier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tinhlat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Polignac
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agence Postale Communale |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polignac
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-Martin |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Polignac
What is the population of Polignac?
Polignac has a population of 2,761 residents and is located in France. The population density is 426 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.
Is Polignac expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,335, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $101,000 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $505 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Polignac?
Polignac has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches, with 12.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Polignac?
The unemployment rate in Polignac is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 166 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Polignac?
The median home value in Polignac is $101,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $505.