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Souday, France

Centre-Val de Loire · 🇫🇷 France

Souday is a small town in Centre-Val de Loire, France with a population of 562. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
562 Population
551 ft Elevation 168 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
27.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,149 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$24,149 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$422/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,149
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $422
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population562
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,149
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$422
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation551 ft (168 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population562
Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Coordinates48.0368°, 0.8669°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceCentre-Val de Loire
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation27.0 inches (685 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,149
Median Age42.3 years

Is Souday a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Souday receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Souday offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Souday is $24,149, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $422 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

Souday experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Souday has a population of 562. 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

562
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Souday vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Souday vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Souday is $24,149, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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: Souday vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,149
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $422 (64% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$422
64% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Souday, 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: Souday 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

Souday experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 287 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 27.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 551 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Coordinates48.0368°N, 0.8669°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in

Souday has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 38°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and March 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Souday

What is the population of Souday?

Souday has a population of 562 residents and is located in France.. 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 Souday expensive to live in?

Souday 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 $24,149, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $422 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Souday?

Souday has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Souday?

The job market in Souday faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Souday?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $422.

How are the schools in Souday?

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

How healthy is Souday?

The obesity rate in Souday 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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