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Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,086. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,086 Population 256/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
51.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,449 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,449 median income, 20.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$107,600 home value, $538/mo rent

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About Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge is a commune in the Charente-Maritime department in southwestern France.

People

Population1,086
Density256/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,449
Unemployment20.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$107,600
Rent$538
Housing Units434
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population1,086
Population Density256 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates45.4822°, -0.5683°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,307 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$21,449

About Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,086. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge is $21,449, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.6% (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 65 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,449
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.6%
472% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge is $107,600, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $538 (54% below the national average of $1,163). There are 434 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 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,600
62% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$538
54% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units434

Property Tax

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 264 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 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density256/sq mi
Coordinates45.4822°N, 0.5683°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above France avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

169 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 76 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 138 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 82 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 22 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 124 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 81 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 112 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 85 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 83 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 138 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 104 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 77 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 138 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 130 km
Mar 6, 2013 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France M3.9 109 km
Apr 28, 2016 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France M3.9 78 km
Apr 5, 2001 2 km ENE of Melle, France M3.9 90 km
Dec 1, 1996 5 km SSW of Aigre, France M3.9 59 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 97 km
Jan 25, 1992 10 km SW of Triaize, France M3.7 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 44°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée agricole Saint-Antoine
École maternelle
Collège Maurice Chastang
École élémentaire
École élémentaire
École maternelle
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Radio Stations near Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits 1 dance, dj MP3 256 kbps
Hits 1 latina fiesta latina, fiestalatina MP3 320 kbps
Hits 1 Cognac dance, dj MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Espace Odyss'Elec EDF
La Maison de l'Énergie
Micro-Folie
Micro-Folie
Micro-Folie
Moulin de chez Bret
Musée Archéologique de Pons
Musée Artisanal et Rural
Musée d'art et d'histoire
Musée de la Pêche aux Engins et aux Filets
Musée des savoir-faire du Cognac;Espace Découverte
Parc des Expositions de Cognac
Rémy Martin

Libraries in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Pérignac0.0
Bibliothèque Gabrielle et Jean Batista0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale "Autour du livre"0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Soubran0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Roland Prévaud0.0
Espace du prieuré (Bibliothèque municipale)0.0
Les Amis du Livre0.0
Médiathénac Edmond Maguier0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Danielle Mitterand0.0
Médiathèque de Haute-Saintonge0.0
Médiathèque de Préguillac0.0
Médiathèque Départementale0.0
Médiathèque Dominique de Roux0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale Roger Chéneau0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Senillou0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles
Halles
Halles
Marché couvert
Marché de Saint-Jacques
Marché Jeudi Matin
Marché plein air
Ruche Cognac

Cafes in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café du Centre

Cinemas in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jeanne d'Arc

Castles in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Plassac
Château de Plassac

Gas Stations in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #25178587

Banks in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Jukebox
Garvoul
La Tumult'tueuse
Petr'hops

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bordeaux–Mérignac AirportBODLarge Airport
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
La Rochelle Île de Ré AirportLRHMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Royan-Médis AirportRYNMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AndernosSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Jonzac NeullesSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Marennes - Le BournetSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Montendre-MarcillacSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Sainte-Foy-la-GrandeSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Vendays-MontalivetSmall Airport
Aignes et Puyperoux AirfieldSmall Airport
Arvert AirfieldSmall Airport
Bordeaux Yvrac AirfieldSmall Airport
Brettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Chalais AirfieldSmall Airport
Champ rose AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
La Broue AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lesparre St Laurent Medoc AirfieldSmall Airport
Libourne-Artigues-de-Lussac AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Estèphe AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Même Les Carrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte Hélène AirfieldSmall Airport
Saintes Thénac AirfieldSmall Airport
Soulac Sur Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
St Jean d'Angély AirfieldSmall Airport
St Pierre d'Oléron AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm air estuaire AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence Postale intercommunale

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Immaculée-Conception
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Saint-Pierre

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-Genis-de-Saintonge

What is the population of Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge?

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge has a population of 1,086 residents and is located in France. The population density is 256 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.

Is Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,449, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $107,600 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge?

Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches.

How is the job market in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge?

The job market in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge?

The median home value in Saint-Genis-de-Saintonge is $107,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $538.

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