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Saint-Gelais, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Saint-Gelais is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,528. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,528 Population 241/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$28,631 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,631 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,400 home value, $437/mo rent

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About Saint-Gelais

Saint-Gelais

Saint-Gelais is a commune in the Deux-Sèvres department in western France.

People

Population1,528
Density241/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,631
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,400
Rent$437
Housing Units611
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Population1,528
Population Density241 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates46.3829°, -0.3899°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation53.0 inches (1,346 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.7 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$28,631

About Saint-Gelais

Saint-Gelais is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,528. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Saint-Gelais is $28,631, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (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 92 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Gelais vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$28,631
62% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)92

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Gelais is $87,400, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $437 (62% below the national average of $1,163). There are 611 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 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,400
69% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$437
62% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units611

Property Tax

Saint-Gelais enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates46.3829°N, 0.3899°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
39% above France avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.25"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

351 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 87 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 57 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 32 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 117 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 52 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 101 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 96 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 95 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 107 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 93 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 32 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 49 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 125 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 62 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 32 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 66 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 85 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 71 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 27 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
February 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in Coldest

Saint-Gelais has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 42°F in December to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Saint-Gelais

4 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
Radio Val d'Or - RVO MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Gelais

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre Minier de Faymoreau
Maison du Patrimoine
Micro-Folie
Mines d'argent des rois francs
Musée Bernard d'Agesci
Musée de la charronnerie et de la tonnelerie
Musée du Donjon
Musée du Poitou Protestant
Musée du Sous-Officier
Musée Monet-Goyon
Palais mondial des clowns

Libraries in Saint-Gelais

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aqua Libris - Médiathèque inter-communale0.0
Bibliiothèque0.0
Bibliothèque annexe du Clou-Bouchet0.0
Bibliothèque Communale0.0
Bibliothèque départementale0.0
Bibliothèque Gabriel Delaunay0.0
Bibliothèque Gabriel-Delaunay0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
CDI0.0
Espace de la Tour du Prince0.0
Espace Huguette et James CHAUVET0.0
Espace livre0.0
L'île aux livres0.0
Médialudothèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque des Mots Passants0.0
Médiathèque Léonce-Perret0.0
Médiathèque Madeleine-Chapsal0.0
Médiathèque Municipale « Louis Perceau »0.0
Médiathèque Pierre-Henri Mitard0.0
Médiathèque Pierre-Moinot0.0
Souché0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Gelais

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle aux Étoffes
Halles
Le Préau
Les Halles
Marché "Les Halles"
Marché couvert
Marché de Chauray
Marché de la Fabrik
Marché de la ville
Marché de Secondigny
Marché des saveurs de Gâtine
Place du marché du Petit Fief

Breweries in Saint-Gelais

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ferme brasserie Louis et Marguerite
La Brasserie du Marais Poitevin
La Brasserie du Marais Poitevin
La Brasserie Pelboise
La Chamoise

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Gelais

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Saint-Gelais

45 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
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Coutigny-SérignéSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Marennes - Le BournetSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Aubin La PlaineSmall Airport
Aérodrome de ThouarsSmall Airport
Arvert AirfieldSmall Airport
Bournizeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Breuil Barret AirfieldSmall Airport
Chaillé-les-Marais Private AirstripSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Chenommet AirfieldSmall Airport
Cholet Le Pontreau airfieldCETSmall Airport
Condac AirfieldSmall Airport
Couhé Vérac AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontenay Le Comte AirfieldSmall Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux 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
Lémeré AirfieldSmall Airport
Loudun AirfieldSmall Airport
Mauléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Mouchamps AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pouançay AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Amand sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Ciers AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Laurent sur Sèvre AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Martin des Fontaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
Secondigny AirfieldSmall Airport
Sèvremoine Ultralight stripSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
St Macaire du bois AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Gelais

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste annexe

Treatment Centers in Saint-Gelais

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mélioris Le Grand Feu

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Gelais

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Gelais
Temple protestant

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 Saint-Gelais

What is the population of Saint-Gelais?

Saint-Gelais has a population of 1,528 residents and is located in France. The population density is 241 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.

Is Saint-Gelais expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,631, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $87,400 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $437 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saint-Gelais?

Saint-Gelais enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches.

How is the job market in Saint-Gelais?

Saint-Gelais has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 92 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Gelais?

The median home value in Saint-Gelais is $87,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $437.

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