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Selles-sur-Cher, France

Centre-Val de Loire · 🇫🇷 France

Selles-sur-Cher is a small town in Centre-Val de Loire, France with a population of 4,933. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,933 Population 496/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
31.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,524 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$21,524 median income, 15.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$461/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,524
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $461
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

People

Population4,933
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density496/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

D
Median Income$21,524
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty19.0%

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$461
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population4,933
Population Density496 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates47.2790°, 1.5539°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCentre-Val de Loire
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (807 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$21,524
Median Age42.3 years

Is Selles-sur-Cher a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Selles-sur-Cher receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Selles-sur-Cher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Selles-sur-Cher is $21,524, 71% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $461 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Selles-sur-Cher enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Selles-sur-Cher has a population of 4,933 with a density of 496 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,933
Total Population
496
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Selles-sur-Cher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Selles-sur-Cher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Selles-sur-Cher is $21,524, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Selles-sur-Cher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,524
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $461 (60% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$461
60% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Selles-sur-Cher, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Selles-sur-Cher vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Selles-sur-Cher enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.7 km²)
Population Density496/sq mi
Coordinates47.2790°N, 1.5539°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Selles-sur-Cher has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 40°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (1.9").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density496/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Selles-sur-Cher

What is the population of Selles-sur-Cher?

Selles-sur-Cher has a population of 4,933 residents and is located in France. The population density is 496 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Selles-sur-Cher expensive to live in?

Selles-sur-Cher is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $21,524, 71% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $461 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Selles-sur-Cher?

Selles-sur-Cher 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 69°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Selles-sur-Cher?

The job market in Selles-sur-Cher faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Selles-sur-Cher?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $461.

How are the schools in Selles-sur-Cher?

31.7% of adults in Selles-sur-Cher hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Selles-sur-Cher?

The obesity rate in Selles-sur-Cher is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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