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Santa-Maria-di-Lota, France

Corsica · France

Santa-Maria-di-Lota is a small town in Corsica, France with a population of 2,014. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,014 Population 395/sq mi density
955 ft Elevation 291 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
35.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,914 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,914 median income, 8.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$176,200 home value, $881/mo rent

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About Santa-Maria-di-Lota

Santa-Maria-di-Lota

Santa-Maria-di-Lota is a commune in the Haute-Corse department of France on the island of Corsica.

People

Population2,014
Density395/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,914
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

C+
Home Value$176,200
Rent$881
Housing Units806
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Population2,014
Population Density395 / sq mi
Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Coordinates42.7478°, 9.4320°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCorsica
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation35.3 inches (897 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,914

About Santa-Maria-di-Lota

Santa-Maria-di-Lota is a small town in France (Corsica) with a population of 2,014. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet (291 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Santa-Maria-di-Lota is $26,914, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (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 121 business establishments.

Income: Santa-Maria-di-Lota vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,914
64% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Santa-Maria-di-Lota is $176,200, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $881 (24% below the national average of $1,163). There are 806 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 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,200
37% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$881
24% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units806

Property Tax

Climate in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

Santa-Maria-di-Lota has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.8°C), the coldest is Feb (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 821 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.5°C / 49°F 5.3° / 13.7° 70.8
Feb 9.4°C / 49°F 5° / 13.9° 60.5
Mar 11.2°C / 52°F 6.7° / 15.8° 63.7
Apr 13.6°C / 56°F 9° / 18.3° 74.6
May 17.5°C / 64°F 12.6° / 22.4° 53.6
Jun 21.4°C / 71°F 16.4° / 26.3° 39.1
Jul 24.4°C / 76°F 19.4° / 29.4° 14.3
Aug 24.8°C / 77°F 19.8° / 29.8° 20.0
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 16.6° / 26° 74.4
Oct 17.7°C / 64°F 13.4° / 22° 124.8
Nov 13.6°C / 56°F 9.5° / 17.7° 139.2
Dec 10.6°C / 51°F 6.4° / 14.8° 85.6
Santa-Maria-di-Lota enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 272 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 35.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above France avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates42.7478°N, 9.4320°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

230 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 6, 2022.

Mar 14, 2001 34 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M4.6 140 km
Feb 24, 1997 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy M4.5 133 km
Feb 6, 2022 6 km W of Migliarino, Italy M4.3 132 km
May 1, 2018 3 km SSW of Radicondoli, Italy M4.1 141 km
Jun 30, 2003 6 km WSW of Marina di Pisa, Italy M4.1 118 km
Apr 9, 1995 30 km WNW of Capraia Isola, Italy M4.1 46 km
May 20, 1998 2 km ENE of Suvereto, Italy M4.0 110 km
Nov 17, 1993 21 km SSW of Castiglione della Pescaia, Italy M4.0 108 km
Apr 17, 2006 6 km W of Marina di Pisa-Tirrenia-Calambrone, Italy M4.0 116 km
Feb 26, 1997 36 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.9 132 km
Aug 6, 1993 4 km ESE of Pomarance, Italy M3.9 136 km
Feb 26, 1997 37 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.8 131 km
May 17, 2005 3 km W of Marina di Pisa-Tirrenia-Calambrone, Italy M3.8 118 km
Sep 25, 1994 90 km ESE of Ramatuelle, France M3.8 150 km
Mar 21, 1994 8 km NE of Monteverdi Marittimo, Italy M3.7 123 km
Feb 26, 1997 41 km SE of Cervo, Italy M3.7 127 km
Jun 22, 1998 4 km SW of Marina di Pisa, Italy M3.7 119 km
Jul 23, 1992 39 km S of Portovenere, Italy M3.6 109 km
Mar 20, 1993 4 km SSE of Pomarance, Italy M3.6 132 km
Aug 25, 1995 5 km SW of Migliarino, Italy M3.6 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1846 LIVORNO Earthquake 56 119 km
1846 TUSCANY Earthquake 120 km
1742 LIVORNO Earthquake 104 km
1646 LIVORNO Earthquake 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
February 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 53°F (12°C) 4.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in

Santa-Maria-di-Lota has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 46°F in February to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Santa Maria di lota Figarella
École IME Les Tilleuls
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Radio Stations near Santa-Maria-di-Lota

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
France Bleu RCFM MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa di è Scenze
Écomusée du Fortin
Les Cédrats Du Cap Corse
Musée
Musée archéologique de Mariana
Musée d'art sacré d'Oletta
Musée d'ethnographie de Bastia
Museum Dian'arte

Libraries in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Bastia0.0
CDI0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Barberine Duriani0.0
Médiathèque relais de Borgo0.0

Farmers Markets in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Place du Marché

Breweries in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Le Parking
Ribella

Stadiums & Teams in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Santa-Maria-di-Lota

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ghisoni 0.0 $0
Vergio 0.0 $0
Station d'Asco-Stagnu 0.0 $0

Airports Near Santa-Maria-di-Lota

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bastia-Poretta International airportBIALarge Airport
Calvi Sainte Catherine AirportCLYMedium Airport
Aérodrome de CorteSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Ghisonaccia - AlzitoneSmall Airport
Aghione Casone Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Aléria Padulone AirfieldSmall Airport
domaine Aliso Rossi AirfieldSmall Airport
Tallone AirfieldSmall Airport
Vaitella GaleriaSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa-Maria-di-Lota

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Jean
Église de l'Assomption
Église Saint-Antoine
Église Saint-Césaire

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 Santa-Maria-di-Lota

What is the population of Santa-Maria-di-Lota?

Santa-Maria-di-Lota has a population of 2,014 residents and is located in France. The population density is 395 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles.

Is Santa-Maria-di-Lota expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,914, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $176,200 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $881 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Santa-Maria-di-Lota?

Santa-Maria-di-Lota enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches.

How is the job market in Santa-Maria-di-Lota?

The job market in Santa-Maria-di-Lota faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 121 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Santa-Maria-di-Lota?

The median home value in Santa-Maria-di-Lota is $176,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $881.

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