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Chanas, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Chanas is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 2,104. Elevation: 594 ft (181 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,104 Population 337/sq mi density
594 ft Elevation 181 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,618 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,618 median income, 10.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$134,000 home value, $670/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,104
Density337/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$25,618
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$134,000
Rent$670
Housing Units842
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Population2,104
Population Density337 / sq mi
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Coordinates45.3188°, 4.8185°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$25,618

About Chanas

Chanas is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 2,104. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet (181 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Chanas is $25,618, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (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 126 business establishments.

Income: Chanas vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,618
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)126

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chanas is $134,000, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below the national average of $1,163). There are 842 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$134,000
52% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units842

Property Tax

Chanas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above France avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates45.3188°N, 4.8185°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below France avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

404 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 119 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 123 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 142 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 119 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 118 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 130 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 68 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 83 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 147 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 131 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 50 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 142 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 113 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 51 km
Apr 10, 2005 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M3.8 137 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 111 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 79 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 79 km
Feb 2, 2002 9 km SE of Valloire, France M3.7 135 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (153 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 153 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in Coldest

Chanas has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Chanas

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École privée Saint-François
École privée Les Goelands
Collège privé Les Goélands
École primaire privée oneschool global
LP PR Oneschool Global - Chanas campus
Collège Oneschool Global - Chanas campus
École maternelle Chanas
École primaire
Collège Fernand Berthon
E.E PU Fernand ET Augusta Martin
École maternelle A. Desportes
École maternelle Pierre Turc-Pascal
Ensemble Scolaire Saint-François - Les Goelands
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Radio Stations near Chanas

51 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jazz Radio jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Radio Classic Jazz classical, jazz MP3 128 kbps
MRADIO FRANCE AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Espérance Grégorien christian MP3 128 kbps
RadioCanut MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO MP3 128 kbps
8Beats MP3
Allzic Radio Brazil bossa nova, bossanova MP3 128 kbps
Radio Méga chansons françaises, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Radio Canut eclectic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Scoop Powerdance dance AAC+ 64 kbps
Générations Lyon french, french music MP3 128 kbps
Reggae Arte radio reggae MP3 128 kbps
Laurent DINE IGLESIAS dance, electro MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Metal metal MP3 320 kbps
radio béguin electro, funk MP3 192 kbps
LYL Radio independent, music MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 MP3 128 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station MP3 128 kbps
RadioDio dub, hip-hop MP3 160 kbps
Allzic Radio Zen calm, relax MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues AAC+ 64 kbps
Jazz Radio (CH) MP3 128 kbps
Tonic radio MP3 128 kbps
Allzic Radio Top 20 charts, dance MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dio 89.5 fm, alternative MP3 160 kbps
AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Pluriel MP3 320 kbps
RCF Lyon christian MP3 128 kbps
Les enfants du Rhône MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fontaine chansons françaises OGG 128 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 kbps
RCF Drôme christian MP3 128 kbps
Virage radio Légende du rock MP3 128 kbps
JAZZ RADIO - Jazz & Classique MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE Radio Rock Français MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO METAL MP3 128 kbps
Radio Calade classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Lyon Demain france, local news MP3 128 kbps
PROJET XY MP3
VIRGIN FRANCE MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE METAL MP3 128 kbps
Virgin Radio Rock Party MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE METAL MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE 80 MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK FR MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Chanas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aérorétro
Cloître Saint-André-Le-Bas
Espace du Parchemin et du Cuir
Espace Muséographique
La Mourine - maison des forgerons
Les outils de nos ancêtres
Maison Charles Forot
Maison de la Céramique
Maison des Tresses et Lacets
Musée archéologique Saint-Pierre de Vienne
Musée d'Art Sacré
Musée de l'Alambic
Musée de l'Étrange
Musée de l'industrie textile
Musée de la Radio
Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie
Musée des Mariniers du Rhône et de la Batellerie
Musée des Papeteries Canson et Montgolfier
Musée du Bois
Musée du Papier, des Arts et de la Technologie
Musée Gallo-Romain de Saint-Romain-en-Gal
Musée Gallo-Romain de Saint-Romain-en-Gal
Musée Vivarois César Filhol
Salle du Patrimoine
SculpturArt
Villa de Licinius
Village Provençal

Libraries in Chanas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque "l'Arbre à Livres"0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Colombe0.0
Bibliothèque de St Alban d'Ay0.0
Bibliothèque de Véranne0.0
Bibliothèque de Vérin0.0
Bibliothèque de Vienne0.0
Bibliothèque départementale0.0
Bibliothèque l'Oiseau Lire0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Étables0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Pact0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Saint-Victor0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Yvonne Geoffray0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Exupéry0.0
Bibliothèque Vallée de Gère0.0
Centre d'information et d'orientation0.0
Centre René Cassin0.0
Le prieuré0.0
Maison des Associations0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Mours Saint Eusèbe0.0
Médiathèque de Serpaize0.0
Médiathèque départementale Drôme des Collines0.0
Médiathèque Domaine Revol0.0
Médiathèque du Pays Roussillonnais0.0
Médiathèque Elsa Triolet0.0
Médiathèque Elsa Triolet0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale Le Shed0.0
Médiathèque Jacques et Aimé Bertrand0.0
Médiathèque Louis Aragon0.0
Médiathèque Ludothèque Yves Duteil0.0
Médiathèque Michel Courot0.0
Médiathèque municipale ABC0.0
Médiathèque Paul Rigaut0.0

Farmers Markets in Chanas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Estressin
La Halle
Marché d'Estressin
Marché de Genilac
Marché de Septème
Marché de Vienne
Marche des Roches-de-Condrieu
Place du marché
Place Lisfranc

Hotels in Chanas

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Campanile
Hôtel F1
Mercure

Cafes in Chanas

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café de la Terrasse
La cabane à Lolo

Monuments in Chanas

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monument aux morts

Dentists in Chanas

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet dentaire Les Pommetes

Train Stations in Chanas

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Saint-Rambert-d'Albon

Gas Stations in Chanas

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Intermarché Chanas
Station Dyneff
Total

Banks in Chanas

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole

Gyms in Chanas

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basic-Fit

Breweries in Chanas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Auberge de Longue Vie
Brasserie des Dauphins
Brasserie des Roches
Brasserie du Loup Blanc
Brasserie Longue Vie
Free Mousse
La brasserie du Pilat
La Tit'Mousse
Vienne Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Chanas

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Ski Resorts Near Chanas

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station du Col de Rousset 0.0 $0
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier 0.0 $0
Les Estables 0.0 $0
Espace Liberté de Chaudeyrac 0.0 $0
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 $0
Domaine Nordique du Meygal 0.0 $0
Méaudre 0.0 $0
Les Coulmes 0.0 $0

Airports Near Chanas

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AubenassonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Feurs - ChambéonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - MeximieuxSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-PaulSmall Airport
Altisurface de l'EscoulinSmall Airport
Altisurface de la JasserieSmall Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Assieu Paramotor AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Bibost AirfieldSmall Airport
Champis 07 AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Bacchus AirstripSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Cret de Montieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Creysseilles les croix AirfieldSmall Airport
Deyras Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône AirfieldSmall Airport
Frontonas AirfieldSmall Airport
Grand Champ AirfieldSmall Airport
La jalabertière AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tour-de-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Parasoir AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Vastres AirfieldSmall Airport
Leyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Brindas AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Corbas AirfieldSmall Airport
Mionnay Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Montélimar-Ancône AirfieldSmall Airport
Montverdun AirfieldSmall Airport
Morestel AirfieldSmall Airport
Précieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-en-Royans AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Martin AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon AirfieldSmall Airport
St Galmier AirfieldSmall Airport
Vienne Reventin AirfieldSmall Airport
Villefranche-Tarare AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Chanas

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chanas

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Saint-Rambert

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 Chanas

What is the population of Chanas?

Chanas has a population of 2,104 residents and is located in France. The population density is 337 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.

Is Chanas expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,618, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,000 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $670 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 Chanas?

Chanas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chanas?

The job market in Chanas faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 126 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chanas?

The median home value in Chanas is $134,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $670.

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