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Ruffec, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Ruffec is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 4,047. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,047 Population 780/sq mi density
361 ft Elevation 110 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,017 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$21,017 median income, 23.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$99,800 home value, $499/mo rent

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About Ruffec

Ruffec

Ruffec is a commune in the Charente department in southwestern France.

People

Population4,047
Density780/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$21,017
Unemployment23.0%
Poverty24.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$99,800
Rent$499
Housing Units1,619
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Population4,047
Population Density780 / sq mi
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates46.0288°, 0.1984°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (843 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,017

About Ruffec

Ruffec is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 4,047. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Ruffec is $21,017, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 243 business establishments.

Income: Ruffec vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,017
72% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.0%
539% above France avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above France avg
Establishments (County)243

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ruffec is $99,800, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $499 (57% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,619 total housing units in the city. 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,800
65% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$499
57% below France avg
Rent Burden29.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,619

Property Tax

Ruffec experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below France avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density780/sq mi
Coordinates46.0288°N, 0.1984°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.2"
13% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.66"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

312 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 M5.2 117 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 117 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 74 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 90 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 110 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 118 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 126 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 137 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 126 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 126 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 90 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 122 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 88 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 109 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 71 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 137 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 47 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 99 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 105 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Ruffec has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 41°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Ruffec

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège privé du Sacré-Coeur - - - -
École primaire privée Sacré-Coeur - - - -
Sacré Coeur - - - -
Lycée professionnel Louise Michel - - - -
Collège Val de Charente - - - -
École maternelle Bernac - - - -
Ecole Maternelle Les Castors - - - -
École élémentaire Edmond-Meningaud - - - -
Lycée Roc Fleuri - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ruffec

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Attitude - MP3 192 kbps
Radio Zaï Zaï alternative rock, chill MP3 128 kbps
Bide&Musique - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ruffec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archipelle
Espace d'Interprétation du Gallo-Romain des Bouchauds
Espace muséographique et d'expositions
La Maison du Braconnier
Le Cormenier
Musée de l'école
Musée de l'école du Nord Charente
Musée de la Gare
Musée Expo de Brux
Musée Rural

Libraries in Ruffec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Coeur de Charente Aigre - Tusson - Saint-Fraigne0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Mansle0.0
Médiathèque La Fabrik0.0

Farmers Markets in Ruffec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Les Halles
Marché
Marché aux Veaux
Marché de Mansle

Hotels in Ruffec

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Les Granges de la Leigne

Cafes in Ruffec

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Café de la Gare

Cinemas in Ruffec

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Family

Theatres in Ruffec

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Canopée Val de Charente

Castles in Ruffec

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Grégueuil
La Guérenne

Dentists in Ruffec

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Joachim

Veterinaries in Ruffec

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #126181706

Train Stations in Ruffec

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ruffec (Charente)

Gas Stations in Ruffec

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

E. Leclerc
FR #787158906
Intermarché
Shell

Banks in Ruffec

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel
LCL
SG

Gyms in Ruffec

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Orange Bleue
Vivla Form

Breweries in Ruffec

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie CLANDO
Brasserie La Biouss
CharentAles

Airports Near Ruffec

41 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 d'Argentine-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac Neulles-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Junien-Small Airport
Aignes et Puyperoux Airfield-Small Airport
Archigny Chenevelles Airfield-Small Airport
Augignac Airfield-Small Airport
Availles Limouzine Airfield-Small Airport
Bataillou Airfield-Small Airport
Brettes Airfield-Small Airport
Champ rose Airfield-Small Airport
Chauvigny Airfield-Small Airport
Chenay Airfield-Small Airport
Chenommet Airfield-Small Airport
Condac Airfield-Small Airport
Couhé Vérac Airfield-Small Airport
Gajoubert Airfield-Small Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux Airfield-Small Airport
Guynem'air Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Hautefaye Airfield-Small Airport
Jarnac Champagne Airfield-Small Airport
Javerlhac Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
La Broue Airfield-Small Airport
Le Fort d'Aslonnes Airfield-Small Airport
Le Luquet Airfield-Small Airport
Montmorillon Airfield-Small Airport
Nantillé Airfield-Small Airport
Pillac Airfield-Small Airport
Piste du Tartou-Small Airport
Pons Avy Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Ciers Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Coutant Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Maurice Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières Airfield-Small Airport
Secondigny Airfield-Small Airport
St Jean d'Angély Airfield-Small Airport
Tieleman Aviation Airfield-Small Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ruffec

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de Poste de Ruffec

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruffec

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Évangélique
Église Saint-André
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Saturnin
Témoins de Jéhovah

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 Ruffec

What is the population of Ruffec?

Ruffec has a population of 4,047 residents and is located in France. The population density is 780 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles.

Is Ruffec expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,017, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $99,800 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $499 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ruffec?

Ruffec has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches.

How is the job market in Ruffec?

The job market in Ruffec faces challenges, with unemployment at 23.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 243 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ruffec?

The median home value in Ruffec is $99,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $499.

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