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Richelieu, France

Centre-Val de Loire · France

Richelieu is a small town in Centre-Val de Loire, France with a population of 2,263. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,263 Population 362/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
35.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$20,660 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$20,660 median income, 21.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$89,000 home value, $445/mo rent

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About Richelieu

Richelieu

Richelieu is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France.

People

Population2,263
Density362/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$20,660
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$89,000
Rent$445
Housing Units905
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population2,263
Population Density362 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates47.0139°, 0.3241°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCentre-Val de Loire
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation35.1 inches (891 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.3 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$20,660

About Richelieu

Richelieu is a small town in France (Centre-Val de Loire) with a population of 2,263. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Richelieu is $20,660, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (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 136 business establishments.

Income: Richelieu vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$20,660
73% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)136

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Richelieu is $89,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $445 (62% below the national average of $1,163). There are 905 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.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,000
68% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$445
62% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units905

Property Tax

Richelieu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density362/sq mi
Coordinates47.0139°N, 0.3241°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"
8% below France avg
Snowfall 2.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.76"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

307 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 17, 2023.

Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 106 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 120 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 114 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 13 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 30 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 104 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 110 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 113 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 94 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 69 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 69 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 93 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 139 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 130 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 132 km
Oct 3, 1999 11 km W of Écueillé, France M3.8 67 km
Dec 12, 1993 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France M3.8 61 km
Jan 25, 1993 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France M3.8 150 km
Jan 14, 1992 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France M3.7 15 km
May 5, 2003 1 km N of Torfou, France M3.7 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
February 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.6 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in

Richelieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 42°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Richelieu

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Armand Jean du Plessis - - - -
Collège Le Puits de La Roche - - - -
École maternelle - - - -
Jean de la Fontaine - - - -
Collège privé Le Sacré-Coeur - - - -
École primaire Le Sacré-Coeur - - - -
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Radio Stations near Richelieu

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
France Bleu Touraine - MP3 128 kbps
ALOUETTE INDRE ET LOIRE - MP3 128 kbps
RADIO PULSAR - MP3 192 kbps
Europe 2 Centre - AAC 127 kbps
Radio Elyon chrétien MP3 128 kbps
Radio Val d'Or - RVO - MP3 128 kbps
Forum TOURS - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Béton - Tours 93.6 - MP3 320 kbps
rpsfm2 rpsfm MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Richelieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cave touristique de Panzoult
Château de Saché, Musée Balzac
CHIMOMU
Ecomusée du Véron
Électroscope
Espace Richelieu
Historial du Poitou
Hôtel Sully
Le Grand Atelier
Maison de l'Acadie
Maison de l'Art Roman
Maison Max Ernst
Maison Natale Théophraste Renaudot
Mariners' Museum
Musée animé du Vin et de la Tonnellerie
Musée Charbonneau-Lassay
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée de l'Osier et de la Vannerie
Musée de Richelieu
Musée du Bouchardais
Musée du Presbytère
Musée Rabelais, Maison La Devinière
Picroboule

Libraries in Richelieu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Azay Le Rideau0.0
Bibliothèque Andrée Chedid0.0
Bibliothèque Communale0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque Le Patio0.0
Bibliothèque Médiathèque0.0
Bibliothèque Pédagogique et Culturelle0.0
Bibliothèque Réseau du Chinonais0.0
Espace Culturel Robert Talbot0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Châtellerault Centre0.0
Médiathèque du Véron0.0
Médiathèque Georges Rouault0.0
Médiathèque la Canopée0.0
Médiathèque le Château des histoires0.0

Farmers Markets in Richelieu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle Sainte-Croix
Les Halles
Marché Azay-le-Rideau
Marché de Richelieu
Marché Frais
Marché place Bouchard
Marché Place Jeanne d'Arc
Place du marché Nouâtre

Hotels in Richelieu

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Puits Doré
Le Relais du Plessis

Cafes in Richelieu

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Taverne

Cinemas in Richelieu

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Majectic

Castles in Richelieu

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Poulesse

Gas Stations in Richelieu

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Intermarché

Banks in Richelieu

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Richelieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bras(se)fort
Crafty Brewpub
Little Belgique
Thirsty Steves

Airports Near Richelieu

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angers Marcé airportANEMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Poitiers-Biard AirportPISMedium Airport
Tours Val de Loire AirportTUFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Saumur - Saint-Florent-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Thouars-Small Airport
Aérodrome privé de Soucelles-Small Airport
Amboise Dierre Airfield-Small Airport
Archigny Chenevelles Airfield-Small Airport
Azat le Ris Airfield-Small Airport
Bournizeaux Airfield-Small Airport
Brizay Airfield-Small Airport
Buxeuil Saint Rémy sur Creuse Airfield-Small Airport
Channay-Rillé Airfield-Small Airport
Chauvigny Airfield-Small Airport
Chenay Airfield-Small Airport
Cizay-la-Madeleine UL-Small Airport
Couhé Vérac Airfield-Small Airport
Coutures Airfield-Small Airport
Ferme de la Braudière Airfield-Small Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux Airfield-Small Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Hommes Volants Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Jumelles Airfield-Small Airport
La Flèche-Thorée-les-Pins Airfield-Small Airport
Le Fort d'Aslonnes Airfield-Small Airport
Le Grand Moiré Airfield-Small Airport
Lémeré Airfield-Small Airport
Les Bardellières Airfield-Small Airport
Les Chateaux Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Loches Airfield-Small Airport
Loudun Airfield-Small Airport
Montmorillon Airfield-Small Airport
Morand Airfield-Small Airport
Neuvy le Roi Airfield-Small Airport
Pouançay Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Branchs Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Pierre-de-Chevillé Airfield-Small Airport
Sepmes Airfield-Small Airport
Sougé Airfield-Small Airport
St Macaire du bois Airfield-Small Airport
Tours Le Louroux Airfield-Small Airport
Tours Sorigny Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Richelieu

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste
Richelieu

Churches & Religious Organizations in Richelieu

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame
Église Notre-Dame
Église Paroissiale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Georges
Église Sainte-Catherine

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 Richelieu

What is the population of Richelieu?

Richelieu has a population of 2,263 residents and is located in France. The population density is 362 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.

Is Richelieu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,660, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $89,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $445 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 Richelieu?

Richelieu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Richelieu?

The job market in Richelieu faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 136 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Richelieu?

The median home value in Richelieu is $89,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $445.

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