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Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,381. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,381 Population 307/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,458 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,458 median income, 10.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$123,600 home value, $618/mo rent

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About Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud is a commune in the Deux-Sèvres department in western France.

People

Population1,381
Density307/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$23,458
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$123,600
Rent$618
Housing Units552
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population1,381
Population Density307 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates46.2639°, -0.7131°
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$23,458

About Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,381. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 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-Hilaire-la-Palud is $23,458, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (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 83 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,458
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)83

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud is $123,600, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $618 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 552 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 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$618
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units552

Property Tax

Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud 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 23 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density307/sq mi
Coordinates46.2639°N, 0.7131°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
39% above France avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

326 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 59 km
Jun 8, 2001 France M5.0 52 km
Jun 16, 2023 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France M4.8 6 km
Mar 20, 2019 5 km NNE of Montendre, France M4.5 107 km
Jan 12, 1997 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France M4.3 40 km
Jun 22, 2005 2 km E of La Guérinière, France M4.3 138 km
Jun 25, 2001 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 68 km
Sep 28, 2010 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 65 km
Apr 4, 2005 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France M4.2 67 km
Jun 30, 2010 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France M4.2 24 km
May 2, 2016 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France M4.2 127 km
Dec 6, 1991 2 km S of Bourgueil, France M4.2 130 km
Feb 14, 2003 5 km NE of Vix, France M4.1 17 km
Feb 12, 2018 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France M4.1 50 km
Mar 14, 2002 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France M4.1 54 km
Feb 23, 2000 5 km SW of Mareuil, France M4.1 129 km
Jun 21, 2019 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France M4.0 98 km
Jul 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France M4.0 92 km
Jun 17, 2023 2 km WSW of Marans, France M3.9 24 km
Jul 22, 2007 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France M3.9 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.4 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in

Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 43°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Maternelle
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits 1 latina fiesta latina, fiestalatina MP3 320 kbps
WAVE RADIO 89.8 Hossegor alternative / indie, downtempo MP3 160 kbps
Radio Gâtine MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye de Maillezais
Centre d’éducation à l’environnement du Marais Poitevin
Jardin de sculpture romane de Lozay
Maison d'Aliénor
Musée automobie de Ciré-d'Aunis
Musée de la charronnerie et de la tonnelerie
Musée départemental de l'École publique
Musée du Donjon
Musée Vendéen

Libraries in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Au plaisir de lire0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque annexe du Clou-Bouchet0.0
Bibliothèque Communale0.0
Bibliothèque de Fontaines0.0
bibliothèque de Saint-Christophe0.0
Bibliothèque Edmond Grasset0.0
Bibliothèque Gabriel Delaunay0.0
Bibliothèque Gabriel-Delaunay0.0
Bibliothèque Madeleine Gorioux0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Clod’ Aria0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Théophile Mandineau0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Des livres et vous0.0
Espace culturel Gabrielle Cachignard0.0
Espace de la Tour du Prince0.0
L'île aux livres0.0
La Bouquinerie0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Claude Durand0.0
Médiathèque des Mots Passants0.0
Médiathèque Jim Dandurand0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Municipale « Louis Perceau »0.0
Médiathèque municipale Arc-en-Ciel0.0
Médiathèque Pierre-Henri Mitard0.0
Médiathèque Pierre-Moinot0.0
Thoulire0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle aux Étoffes
Halles
La Halle
Le Préau
Les casiers fermiers
Marché
Marché Couvert
Marché couvert

Cinemas in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Venise Verte

Castles in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Sazay

Zoos in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Oiseaux du Marais Poitevin

Banks in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Thiéfine
Brasseurs Cueilleurs
La Brasserie du Marais Poitevin
La Brasserie du Marais Poitevin
La Chamoise
La Cibulle
La Rieuse

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air BaseCNGMedium Airport
La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs AirportEDMMedium Airport
La Rochelle Île de Ré AirportLRHMedium Airport
Niort - Marais Poitevin AirportNITMedium Airport
Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) AirportRCOMedium Airport
Royan-Médis AirportRYNMedium 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
Breuil Barret AirfieldSmall Airport
Chaillé-les-Marais Private AirstripSmall Airport
Chenay AirfieldSmall Airport
Corme Ecluse AirfieldSmall Airport
Courçon Eol'Aunis AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontenay Le Comte AirfieldSmall Airport
Gourgé Les Grippeaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Jarnac Champagne AirfieldSmall Airport
la brossette AirfieldSmall Airport
La Broue AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranche-sur-Mer ULMSmall Airport
Le Grand Moiré AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Thou AirfieldSmall Airport
Luçon - Chasnais AerodromeSmall Airport
Luçon AirfieldSmall Airport
Mauléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaigu St Georges AirfieldSmall Airport
Mouchamps AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantillé AirfieldSmall Airport
Pons Avy AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Amand sur Sèvre 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
St Pierre d'Oléron AirfieldSmall Airport
Usseau AirfieldSmall Airport
Verrines sous Celles La Jonchè AirfieldSmall Airport
Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Treatment Centers in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mélioris Le Grand Feu

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Hilaire

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-Hilaire-la-Palud

What is the population of Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud?

Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud has a population of 1,381 residents and is located in France. The population density is 307 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles.

Is Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,458, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,600 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud?

Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud 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-Hilaire-la-Palud?

The job market in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 83 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud?

The median home value in Saint-Hilaire-la-Palud is $123,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $618.

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