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Prailles, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Prailles is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 640. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
640 Population 145/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,192 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$24,192 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $521/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population640
Density145/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,192
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$104,200
Rent$521
Housing Units256
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Population640
Population Density145 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates46.3224°, -0.2189°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,192

About Prailles

Prailles is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 640. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Prailles is $24,192, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (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 38 business establishments.

Income: Prailles vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,192
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Prailles is $104,200, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $521 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 256 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 4.3x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$521
55% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units256

Property Tax

Prailles enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above France avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates46.3224°N, 0.2189°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above France avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.21"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

348 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 95 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 72 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 41 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 111 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 67 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 104 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 47 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 101 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 109 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 98 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 104 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 77 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 46 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 113 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 63 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 54 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 95 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 54 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 79 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 13 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in

Prailles has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 42°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Prailles

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Publique
École des Grands Murins
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Radio Stations near Prailles

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bide&Musique MP3 128 kbps
WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor alternative / indie, downtempo MP3 160 kbps
Radio Gâtine MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Prailles

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Micro-Folie
Mines d'argent des rois francs
Musée Bernard d'Agesci
Musée Cantonal
Musée des Tumulus de Bougon
Musée du Donjon
Musée du Poitou Protestant
Musée du Sous-Officier
Musée Monet-Goyon
Palais mondial des clowns
Tumulus de Bougon

Libraries in Prailles

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aqua Libris - Médiathèque inter-communale0.0
Bibliiothèque0.0
Bibliothèque André Pacher0.0
Bibliothèque départementale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
CDI0.0
Espace Huguette et James CHAUVET0.0
Espace livre0.0
Médialudothèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Léonce-Perret0.0
Médiathèque Madeleine-Chapsal0.0
Médiathèque Pierre-Moinot0.0
salle Romane0.0
Souché0.0

Farmers Markets in Prailles

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halles
Les Halles
Marché "Les Halles"
Marché aux Veaux
Marché de Chauray
Marché de la ville
Place du marché du Petit Fief

Breweries in Prailles

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie du Val de Sèvre
La Brasserie Pelboise

Airports Near Prailles

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airportANGMedium Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Poitiers-Biard AirportPISMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Coutigny-SérignéSmall Airport
Aérodrome de ThouarsSmall Airport
Bournizeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Breuil Barret AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenommet AirfieldSmall Airport
Condac AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Couhé Vérac AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontenay Le Comte AirfieldSmall Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Broue AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Fort d'Aslonnes AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Grand Moiré AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Luquet AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Loudun AirfieldSmall Airport
Mauléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Amand sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Ciers AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Coutant AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Laurent sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Martin des Fontaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
Secondigny AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Prailles

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prailles

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Monastère des Bénédictines

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 Prailles

What is the population of Prailles?

Prailles has a population of 640 residents and is located in France. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.

Is Prailles expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,192, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,200 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $521 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Prailles?

Prailles enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Prailles?

The unemployment rate in Prailles is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Prailles?

The median home value in Prailles is $104,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $521.

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