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Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 2,341. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, is the capital of the Camargue natural region in Southern France. It lies on the Mediterranean Sea.
People
Economy
DHousing
CClimate
| Population | 2,341 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.4521°, 4.4291° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.1 inches (664 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $22,194 |
About Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is a small town in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 2,341. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $22,194 |
| 70% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 23.6% |
| 556% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.0% |
| 69% above France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 140 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $163,800 |
| 42% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $819 |
| 30% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 29.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 936 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above France avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 144.6 sq mi (374.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4521°N, 4.4291°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2004 | MARSEILLES | Meteorological | — | — | 78 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in |
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 45°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.7").
Schools in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire Roger Delagnes | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boombox Radio | eurodance, funk | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RTS Nîmes | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Aïoli Radio | ambient, autres | OGG | |
| Soleil FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Friendly Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| France Bleu Gard Lozère | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RTS Avignon | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapelle des Trinitaires | ||||
| Conservatoire du santon provençal | ||||
| Fondation Lee Ufan | ||||
| Le CERCO | ||||
| Le Tacot Musée | ||||
| Maison du Riz | ||||
| Musée Arlaten | ||||
| Musée de l'Arles antique | ||||
| Musée de la Camargue | ||||
| Musée de la Maison Romane | ||||
| Musée de la Mode et du Costume | ||||
| Musée des Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer | ||||
| Musée Paul Ricard | ||||
| Musée Réattu | ||||
| Musée tours et remparts d‘Aigues-Mortes |
Libraries in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de Griffeuille | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre Culturel Aime Gileni | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque d'Arles | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Émile Cazelles | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Frédéric Mistral | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Halles | |||||
| Marché provençal |
Hotels in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
27 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport | MPL | Large Airport |
| Aérodrome d'Alès Cévennes | — | Medium Airport |
| Avignon Caumont airport | AVN | Medium Airport |
| Istres-Le Tubé Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport | FNI | Medium Airport |
| Orange-Caritat (BA 115) Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome d'Eyguières | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Montpellier - Candillargues | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Saint-Martin-de-Londres | — | Small Airport |
| Avignon-Pujaut Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Berre-la-Fare Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Campagne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Coustellet Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Edgar Soumille Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Le Grand Plantier Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Le Mazet De Romanin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nîmes Courbessac Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pignan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Plaine de Lacan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Plan-de-Dieu-Orange Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Remoulins Private Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rouveirolle Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Drézéry Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Victor Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tornac Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Uzès-Belvezet Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Saintes Maries De La Mer |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer |
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Public Holidays in France
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What is the population of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer?
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer has a population of 2,341 residents and is located in France. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 144.6 square miles.
Is Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer expensive to live in?
The median household income is $22,194, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,800 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer?
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches.
How is the job market in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer?
The job market in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer faces challenges, with unemployment at 23.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 140 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer?
The median home value in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is $163,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $819.