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Coucouron, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Coucouron is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 747. Elevation: 3,802 ft (1,159 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
747 Population 49/sq mi density
3,802 ft Elevation 1,159 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,978 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$21,978 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$71,000 home value, $355/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population747
Density49/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$21,978
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,000
Rent$355
Housing Units299
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation3,802 ft (1,159 m)
Population747
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation3,802 ft (1,159 m)
Coordinates44.8035°, 3.9713°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (687 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.5 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$21,978

About Coucouron

Coucouron is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 747. The city sits at an elevation of 3,802 feet (1,159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Coucouron is $21,978, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (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 45 business establishments.

Income: Coucouron vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,978
71% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)45

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Coucouron is $71,000, 75% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $355 (69% below the national average of $1,163). There are 299 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 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,000
75% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$355
69% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units299

Property Tax

Coucouron experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 266 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 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,802 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below France avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,802 ft (1,159 m)
Area15.2 sq mi (39.4 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates44.8035°N, 3.9713°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below France avg
Snowfall 12.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.39"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

240 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 3, 2011.

Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 66 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 133 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 136 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 136 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 136 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 108 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 81 km
Feb 21, 1993 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France M3.5 111 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 85 km
Nov 5, 2001 2 km NW of Ambert, France M3.4 87 km
Apr 5, 2000 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France M3.4 106 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 78 km
Jul 28, 1991 3 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.3 76 km
Feb 3, 1999 0 km WNW of Allières-et-Risset, France M3.3 138 km
Dec 9, 1996 4 km WNW of La Côte-Saint-André, France M3.2 118 km
Aug 17, 2000 1 km NW of Allières-et-Risset, France M3.2 138 km
Sep 23, 1997 3 km WSW of Claix, France M3.2 135 km
May 14, 1995 8 km WNW of Massiac, France M3.2 87 km
Feb 9, 1998 3 km E of Althen-des-Paluds, France M3.2 121 km
Apr 27, 1998 3 km NNW of Bozouls, France M3.1 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (133 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in
February 33°F (0°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.7 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 4.0 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in

Coucouron has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 33°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Coucouron

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Marie Rivier
École primaire
École primaire privée
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Radio Stations near Coucouron

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fréquence 7 MP3 128 kbps
Radio Micheline MP3 256 kbps
48FM - Liege university radio AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Coucouron

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Écomusée de la ruralité
Ferme à toit de chaume dite Ferme Perrel
Grottes Troglodytiques
Le Camino
Maison de l'AOP Fin Gras du Mézenc
Musée Crozatier
Musée de l'école
Musée de la Béate
Musée de la Filature
Musée des Croyances populaires
Musée des énergies renouvelables
Musée Jules Romains
Village Miniature Le Ron des Fades

Libraries in Coucouron

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Rauret0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Départementale de la Haute-Loire0.0
Médiathèque Henri Dubois0.0

Farmers Markets in Coucouron

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles
Le marché de terroir
Place du Plot

Hotels in Coucouron

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge de Peyrebeille
Auberge des Trois Lacs
Beauséjour
Hôtel restaurant Beauséjour
Hôtel restaurant Le Panoramic
Le Provence
Les Sapins

Cafes in Coucouron

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Clef des Champs
La Pinède

Castles in Coucouron

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Mariac
Château de Soubreys

Gas Stations in Coucouron

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elan
Elan
FR #1950704580
FR #445017981
Garage Jouffre Elan

Ski Resorts Near Coucouron

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski de Prat Peyrot 0.0 $0
Station de ski Bleymard Mont Lozère 0.0 $0
La Croix de Bauzon 0.0 $0
Les Estables 0.0 $0
Espace Liberté de Chaudeyrac 0.0 $0
Domaine Nordique du Meygal 0.0 $0

Airports Near Coucouron

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aérodrome d'Alès CévennesMedium Airport
Aubenas-South Ardèche AirportOBSMedium Airport
Mende-Brenoux AirfieldMENMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Altiport du BezSmall Airport
Altisurface de la JasserieSmall Airport
Altisurface Notre-Dame-des-Neiges-AbbayeSmall Airport
Ambert - Le Poyet AirfieldSmall Airport
Brioude Beaumont AirfieldSmall Airport
Cret de Montieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Creysseilles les croix AirfieldSmall Airport
Deyras Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Florac Ste Enimie AirfieldSmall Airport
Issoire-Le Broc AirfieldSmall Airport
La Grand'combe AirfieldSmall Airport
La jalabertière AirfieldSmall Airport
Langogne-Lespéron AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Puy-Loudes AirfieldLPYSmall Airport
Les Bories Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Vastres AirfieldSmall Airport
Mazeyrat AirfieldSmall Airport
Pierrelatte AirfieldSmall Airport
Ribennes La Cheminade AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruoms AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme AirfieldSmall Airport
Uzès-Belvezet AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Coucouron

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Coucouron
Issarlès
Lachapelle-Graillouse
Lanarce
Le Béage
Le Lac-d'Issarlès
Poste Annexe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Coucouron

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Guérison
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Pitié
Chapelle Saint-Clair
Église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
Église Saint-Anthème
Église Saint-Louis
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Michel
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Victor

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 Coucouron

What is the population of Coucouron?

Coucouron has a population of 747 residents and is located in France. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 15.2 square miles.

Is Coucouron expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,978, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $71,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $355 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Coucouron?

Coucouron has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches, with 12.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Coucouron?

The unemployment rate in Coucouron is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 45 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Coucouron?

The median home value in Coucouron is $71,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $355.

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