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Saint-Palais, France

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France

Saint-Palais is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 2,038. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,038 Population 700/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,367 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$22,367 median income, 11.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$115,800 home value, $579/mo rent

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About Saint-Palais

Saint-Palais

Saint-Palais-de-Négrignac is a commune in the Charente-Maritime department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in southwestern France.

People

Population2,038
Density700/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,367
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$115,800
Rent$579
Housing Units815
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Population2,038
Population Density700 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates43.3283°, -1.0340°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNouvelle-Aquitaine
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,239 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$22,367

About Saint-Palais

Saint-Palais is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 2,038. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Saint-Palais is $22,367, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (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 122 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Palais vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,367
70% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)122

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Palais is $115,800, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $579 (50% below the national average of $1,163). There are 815 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 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,800
59% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$579
50% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units815

Property Tax

Saint-Palais enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 266 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 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above France avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates43.3283°N, 1.0340°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"
28% above France avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.31"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,011 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 17, 2023.

Dec 30, 2012 1 km N of Coarraze, France M4.8 67 km
May 16, 2002 6 km NW of Cauterets, France M4.8 83 km
Sep 18, 2004 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.7 64 km
Jan 21, 2003 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France M4.6 59 km
Oct 27, 1998 5 km WNW of Goñi, Spain M4.6 92 km
Jul 16, 2008 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France M4.4 56 km
Oct 4, 1999 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France M4.4 141 km
Feb 21, 2002 3 km SSW of Betelu, Spain M4.4 86 km
May 16, 2002 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.4 82 km
Jan 6, 1996 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France M4.3 59 km
Feb 16, 1999 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France M4.3 30 km
Apr 1, 2010 8 km ESE of Campan, France M4.3 113 km
Apr 20, 2013 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain M4.3 88 km
Sep 30, 2004 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain M4.3 65 km
Mar 23, 2013 2 km WNW of Oltza, Spain M4.2 81 km
Sep 2, 2013 2 km SE of Mont, France M4.2 34 km
Aug 30, 1997 4 km E of Mendaro, Spain M4.2 105 km
Mar 13, 2000 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France M4.2 8 km
Jun 12, 1990 1 km E of Gan, France M4.2 55 km
Feb 9, 2009 2 km SSE of Asson, France M4.2 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
March 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
July 71°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
November 52°F (11°C) 5.3 in Wettest
December 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in

Saint-Palais has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 44°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Saint-Palais

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ikastola Amikuzeko
École bilingue Etchecopar
Collège Amikuze
Collège Etchecopar
Ecole Primaire Publique
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Radio Stations near Saint-Palais

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Irulegiko Irratia abisuak, basque music MP3 320 kbps
Wave Radio beach, surf MP3 160 kbps
Antxeta irratia local news, news MP3 192 kbps
Gure irratia MP3 128 kbps
Radio LAPURDI Irratia christian MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Saint-Palais

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye d'Arthous
Centre d'Interprétation des stèles du Pays Basque
Espace Culturel Bideak
Maison des Fouilles Pôle archéologique
Moulin-musée-manufacture
Musée archéologique
Musée de la chaise
Musée de la colline de Gaztelu
Musée du Château de Laàs
Musée du Sel et des Traditions Béarnaises
Musée du Sel et des Traditions Béarnaises
Prison des Evêques
Tour Monréal
Xanxotea

Libraries in Saint-Palais

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Sorde l'Abbaye0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Médiathèque d'Orthevielle0.0
Médiathèque de Tilh0.0
Médiathèque des Arrigans0.0
Médiathèque des arrigans0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale d'Amikuze0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Palais

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Marché couvert
Marché couvert
Marché de Peyrehorade

Hotels in Saint-Palais

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge du Foirail
Hôtel de la Paix
Hôtel-restaurant Le Midi

Cinemas in Saint-Palais

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Saint-Louis

Castles in Saint-Palais

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château d'Uhart-Mixe

Dentists in Saint-Palais

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Christophe Thiele
Wissler, Rochereau, Noventa

Veterinaries in Saint-Palais

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire d'Amikuze

Gas Stations in Saint-Palais

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour Market
Total

Banks in Saint-Palais

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BAMI
Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC

Gyms in Saint-Palais

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Xibiouz la Grotte

Breweries in Saint-Palais

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Aguiana
Brasserie Luma
La Brasserie du Pays Basque
La Clouque

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Palais

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Palais

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Formigal 0.0 $0
Estación de Esquí Aramón Formigal 0.0 $0
Estación de esquí de Candanchú 0.0 $0
Le Somport 0.0 $0
Estación Invernal de Astún 0.0 $0
Artouste 0.0 $0
Gourette 0.0 $0
La Pierre-Saint-Martin 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Palais

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biarritz Pays Basque airportBIQMedium Airport
Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118) Air BaseMedium Airport
Pamplona AirportPNAMedium Airport
Pau Pyrénées AirportPUFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de LasclaveriesSmall Airport
Amou AirfieldSmall Airport
Benesse Maremne AirfieldSmall Airport
Claracq Villa les Palmiers AirfieldSmall Airport
Dax Seyresse AirfieldSmall Airport
Escary Aramits AltiportSmall Airport
Gurmençon AirfieldSmall Airport
Itxassou AirfieldSmall Airport
Lumbier AirfieldSmall Airport
Malaussanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Maslacq AirfieldSmall Airport
Navarrenx AirfieldSmall Airport
Oloron Herrere AirfieldSmall Airport
Ororbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Ozenx Montrestrucq AirfieldSmall Airport
Rion Des Landes AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Pée sur Nivelle AirfieldSmall Airport
Sames AirfieldSmall Airport
Tartas AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Palais

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint-Palais

Treatment Centers in Saint-Palais

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FAM Bizideki

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Palais

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Assomption
Église Saint-Félix
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Sainte-Madeleine

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-Palais

What is the population of Saint-Palais?

Saint-Palais has a population of 2,038 residents and is located in France. The population density is 700 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles.

Is Saint-Palais expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,367, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,800 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $579 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Saint-Palais?

Saint-Palais enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Palais?

The job market in Saint-Palais faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 122 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Palais?

The median home value in Saint-Palais is $115,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $579.

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