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Châteauvilain, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Châteauvilain is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 525. Elevation: 1,670 ft (509 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
525 Population 194/sq mi density
1,670 ft Elevation 509 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$29,236 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$29,236 median income, 6.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$148,600 home value, $743/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population525
Density194/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,236
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$148,600
Rent$743
Housing Units210
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,670 ft (509 m)
Population525
Population Density194 / sq mi
Elevation1,670 ft (509 m)
Coordinates45.5146°, 5.3299°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$29,236

About Châteauvilain

Châteauvilain is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 525. The city sits at an elevation of 1,670 feet (509 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Châteauvilain is $29,236, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (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 32 business establishments.

Income: Châteauvilain vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$29,236
61% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Châteauvilain is $148,600, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $743 (36% below the national average of $1,163). There are 210 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 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,600
47% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$743
36% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units210

Property Tax

Climate in Châteauvilain

Châteauvilain has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.1°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 868 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F 1.1° / 6.7° 54.4
Feb 5°C / 41°F 1.4° / 8.5° 47.2
Mar 8.8°C / 48°F 4.3° / 13.4° 54.3
Apr 12.2°C / 54°F 7.3° / 17° 71.7
May 16.1°C / 61°F 11.2° / 21° 84.2
Jun 20°C / 68°F 14.8° / 25.1° 70.5
Jul 22.1°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.5° 67.5
Aug 22°C / 72°F 16.5° / 27.4° 71.7
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.6° 89.0
Oct 13.5°C / 56°F 9.6° / 17.4° 101.7
Nov 7.9°C / 46°F 4.8° / 11° 91.0
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 1.9° / 7.3° 64.9
Châteauvilain experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 269 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 45.4 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,670 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below France avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,670 ft (509 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates45.5146°N, 5.3299°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"
19% above France avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

650 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 148 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 129 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 78 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 75 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 97 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 147 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 75 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 90 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 54 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 138 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 132 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 102 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 47 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 6 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 99 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 139 km
Feb 17, 2008 8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy M4.0 149 km
Feb 25, 2001 2 km W of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 148 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 106 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological — — 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (186 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Châteauvilain has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Châteauvilain

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire — — — —
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Radio Stations near Châteauvilain

48 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
RadioCanut — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO — MP3 128 kbps
8Beats — MP3
Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Radio Scoop Powerdance dance AAC+ 64 kbps
Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Générations Lyon french, french music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canut eclectic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Reggae Arte radio reggae MP3 128 kbps
Radio Campus Grenoble 90.8 — MP3
Laurent DINE IGLESIAS dance, electro MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
LYL Radio independent, music MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 — MP3 128 kbps
radio béguin electro, funk MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 — MP3 128 kbps
Max Radio Grenoble dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station — MP3 128 kbps
Alpes 1 Grenoble — MP3 128 kbps
Radio RKS local, local radio AAC 128 kbps
Radio Campus Grenoble — MP3
Radio New's FM — MP3 192 kbps
All Piano Radio classical, classical piano MP3 128 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues — AAC+ 64 kbps
Allzic Radio Zen calm, relax MP3 128 kbps
Virage radio Légende du rock — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE 80 — MP3 128 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK FR — MP3 128 kbps
RCF Lyon christian MP3 128 kbps
AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge — AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Italienne de Grenoble — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE METAL — MP3 128 kbps
Tonic radio — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE METAL — MP3 128 kbps
JAZZ RADIO - Jazz & Classique — MP3 128 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) — AAC 64 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse — MP3
VIRGIN RADIO METAL — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Grésivaudan local news, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Virgin Radio Rock Party — MP3 128 kbps
Lyon Demain france, local news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pluriel — MP3 320 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Châteauvilain

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Écomusée du patrimoine des métiers
Jean Devron
La Grange Chevrotière
La Grange Dimière
Maison Ravier
Minéralogica
Musée
Musée archéologique du lac de Paladru
Musée de Bourgoin-Jallieu
Musée de Bressieux
Musée de la vie rurale
Musée des Liqueurs Cherry Rocher
Musée des Tisserands
Musée Hector-Berlioz
Musée-galerie Clauorum
Museum of the wooden-sole galosh

Libraries in Châteauvilain

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Arcolade0.0
Bibliothèque de Four0.0
Bibliothèque de Jameyzieu0.0
Bibliothèque de la Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque de Paladru0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaulx-Milieu0.0
Bibliothèque des Fougères0.0
Bibliothèque des Roches0.0
Bibliothèque du Pin - René Pellat0.0
Bibliothèque Intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Crémieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale La Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale La ronde des livres0.0
Francine Carles0.0
La Fée Verte0.0
La Sirène0.0
Les Mots Passant0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Agnès Varda0.0
Médiathèque André Malraux0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère0.0
Médiathèque Biévre-Isére0.0
Médiathèque Claudie Gallay0.0
Médiathèque de Bourgoin-Jallieu0.0
Médiathèque de Champfleuri0.0
Médiathèque de Diémoz0.0
Médiathèque de l'orangerie0.0
Médiathèque de Ruy-Montceau0.0
Médiathèque de Villefontaine0.0
Médiathèque des collines0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque et ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque et Ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Médiathèque Les Rondiers0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Satolas-et-Bonce0.0

Farmers Markets in Châteauvilain

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ferme de la Cassole
Les Halles
Les Halles
Marché
Marché de Charavines
Marché de Fures
Marché de Tullins
Marché de Tullins
Marché Paysan

Breweries in Châteauvilain

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Faux Semblables
Brasserie des Ursulines
Brasserie Thetys
La Bi'nche
Les Bières du Temps

Stadiums & Teams in Châteauvilain

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Ski Resorts Near Châteauvilain

35 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Le Granier 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les 7 Laux 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col de Porte 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col de Marcieu 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Entremonts 0.0 — — $0 — — —
La Féclaz 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Le Revard 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Plateau du Revard 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Terre Ronde 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Menthières 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Colline des Bains 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Gresse en Vercors 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Signaraux 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 — — $0 — — —
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col d'Ornon 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Station du Col de Rousset 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chamrousse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Méaudre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Coulmes 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Châteauvilain

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)—Medium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul—Small Airport
Altisurface de l'Escoulin—Small Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Assieu Paramotor Airfield—Small Airport
Base ULM d'Izenave—Small Airport
Base ULM de Chaneins—Small Airport
Base ULM de Polliat—Small Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield—Small Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield—Small Airport
Belley-Peyrieu Airfield—Small Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield—Small Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield—Small Airport
Chamonet Airfield—Small Airport
Champis 07 Airfield—Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield—Small Airport
Château de Montmeilleur Airfield—Small Airport
Col de Bacchus Airstrip—Small Airport
Col de Belledonne Altiport—Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield—Small Airport
Corlier Altiport—Small Airport
Cret de Montieux Airfield—Small Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface—Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield—Small Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône Airfield—Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield—Small Airport
Grand Champ Airfield—Small Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud Airfield—Small Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre Altisurface—Small Airport
La Tour-de-Pin Airfield—Small Airport
La Tranclière Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Lavours Airfield—Small Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULM—Small Airport
Leyrieu Airfield—Small Airport
Lumbin Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Brindas Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield—Small Airport
Mens Airstrip—Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd Airfield—Small Airport
Montaud Airfield—Small Airport
Morestel Airfield—Small Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette Altisurface—Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Châteauvilain

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Martin

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 Châteauvilain

What is the population of Châteauvilain?

Châteauvilain has a population of 525 residents and is located in France. The population density is 194 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.

Is Châteauvilain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,236, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,600 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $743 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Châteauvilain?

Châteauvilain has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Châteauvilain?

The unemployment rate in Châteauvilain is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Châteauvilain?

The median home value in Châteauvilain is $148,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $743.

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