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Épierre, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Épierre is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 623. Elevation: 1,230 ft (375 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
623 Population 58/sq mi density
1,230 ft Elevation 375 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
88.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,836 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$23,836 median income, 5.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$124,600 home value, $623/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population623
Density58/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$23,836
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,600
Rent$623
Housing Units249
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain88.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Population623
Population Density58 / sq mi
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Coordinates45.4527°, 6.2952°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation88.8 inches (2,257 mm)
Annual Snowfall224.7 inches (571 cm)
Median Household Income$23,836

About Épierre

Épierre is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 623. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet (375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Épierre is $23,836, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (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 37 business establishments.

Income: Épierre vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,836
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Épierre is $124,600, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $623 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 249 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$124,600
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$623
46% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units249

Property Tax

Épierre experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 275 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 88.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 224.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below France avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates45.4527°N, 6.2952°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.8"
134% above France avg
Snowfall 224.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,726 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 131 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 100 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 72 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 128 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 67 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 112 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 29 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 125 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 62 km
Apr 19, 2009 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy M4.5 146 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 94 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 133 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 64 km
Nov 21, 1995 1 km SW of Collegno, Italy M4.4 107 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 138 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 101 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 128 km
Feb 11, 1990 northern Italy M4.3 114 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 15 km
May 14, 2004 0 km SSE of Chiusa di San Michele, Italy M4.2 90 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 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 4.4 in
February 31°F (-0°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 36°F (2°C) 3.8 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.6 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 32°F (-0°C) 4.8 in

Épierre has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 31°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Épierre

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Groupe scolaire Yvon Challier
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Radio Stations near Épierre

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Meuh electronic, funk MP3 128 kbps
H2O annecy, haute-savoie MP3 128 kbps
M2S Radio club, latino AAC 128 kbps
Rockenfolie rock MP3 256 kbps
ODS Radio Rock alternative rock, indie rock MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio MP3 128 kbps
Montagne FM MP3 96 kbps
Radio Grésivaudan local news, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Alto hits, pop MP3 120 kbps
ODS Radio Légende du Rock alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
La radio Plus MP3 128 kbps
Radio FMR AAC+ 32 kbps
SunAlpes Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Épierre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Éco-Musée du Moulin
Ecomusée "Montricher autrefois"
Ecomusée de la Chaume
Ecomusée du Roselais
L'arbre à plumes
Le Grand Filon
Machine room
Maison du Patrimoine
Maison du Patrimoine
Maison du Patrimoine P.N.R. Massif des Bauges
Maison Faune-Flore
Maison Rouge
Musée "La Galerie"
Musée d'Antan
Musée d'art et d'histoire
Musée d'Histoire et d'Archéologie
Musée de l'Aluminium
Musée de l'École
Musée de l'histoire d'Orelle
Musée de l'Union-grande
Musée de la Résistance - Rosine Perrier
Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois
Musée de la Vigne et du Vin de Savoie
Musée de St Martin
Musée des 4 saisons
Musée des ardoisières
Musée des Costumes, Arts et Traditions Populaires
Musée des Forges et Moulins de Pinsot
Musée des Traditions
Musée du Félicien
Musée Opinel
Musée Saint-Jean
Orelle Patrimoine
Tremplin 92 (Maison des Jeux Olympiques d'Hiver)
Village-Musée de la Combe de Savoie

Libraries in Épierre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque d'Orelle0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Martin de Belleville0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne0.0
Bibliothèque des Hurtières0.0
Bibliothèque du Dôme0.0
Bibliothèque Jean-Pierre Veyrat0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Orelle0.0
Centre Culturel / mediathèque0.0
Dôme médiathèque0.0
La Ferrière0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Gilly-sur-Isère0.0
Médiathèque de St Pierre d'Allevard0.0
Médiathèque de Val d'Arc0.0
Médiathèque Fabrice Melquiot0.0

Farmers Markets in Épierre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert
Place de Verdun
Place Grenette

Hotels in Épierre

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Ensoleillée
Hôtel Le Lac Bleu
La Perelle
Les Airelles

Cinemas in Épierre

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Fanny

Castles in Épierre

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château d'Épierre

Banks in Épierre

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Épierre

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bières Du Galta
Brasserie du Grand Pic
L'Étoile des Neiges
La Voûte
Le Capricorne
Le Medzé-ry
Les funambules
Petite Bière Dezaillons

Stadiums & Teams in Épierre

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Épierre

115 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ristolas en Queyras 0.0 $0
Aiguilles 0.0 $0
Arvieux 0.0 $0
Abriès 0.0 $0
Puy-Saint-Vincent 0.0 $0
Pelvoux-Vallouise 0.0 $0
Claviere 0.0 $0
Montgenèvre 0.0 $0
Serre Chevalier 0.0 $0
Les Signaraux 0.0 $0
Sestriere 0.0 $0
Sansicario 0.0 $0
Pragelato 0.0 $0
Sauze D'Oulx 0.0 $0
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 $0
Les Deux Alpes 0.0 $0
Col d'Ornon 0.0 $0
La Grave 0.0 $0
Bardonecchia 0.0 $0
Le Chazelet 0.0 $0
Bardonecchia - Jafferau 0.0 $0
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine 0.0 $0
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 $0
Chamrousse 0.0 $0
Valfréjus 0.0 $0
Valloire - Galibier Thabor 0.0 $0
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 $0
La Norma 0.0 $0
Albiez-Montrond 0.0 $0
Les Karellis 0.0 $0
Les Sybelles 0.0 $0
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 $0
Le Corbier 0.0 $0
Aussois 0.0 $0
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise 0.0 $0
Les 7 Laux 0.0 $0
Val Thorens 0.0 $0
Val Cenis 0.0 $0
Col de Porte 0.0 $0
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 $0
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 $0
Domaine du Barioz 0.0 $0
Bessans 0.0 $0
Les 3 Vallées 0.0 $0
Stade des Neiges du Barioz 0.0 $0
Col de Marcieu 0.0 $0
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Pralognan-la-Vanoise 0.0 $0
Le Collet d'Allevard 0.0 $0
Tremplins du Praz 0.0 $0
Le Grand Domaine 0.0 $0
Domaine Nordique - Vallon de Champagny le Haut 0.0 $0
Stade de Bosses 0.0 $0
Tignes - Val d'Isère 0.0 $0
Stade de Saut 0.0 $0
Stade de Ballet 0.0 $0
Le Granier 0.0 $0
Les Entremonts 0.0 $0
La Plagne 0.0 $0
Domaine Nordique Peisey-Vallandry 0.0 $0
Paradiski 0.0 $0
Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry 0.0 $0
Sainte-Foy Tarentaise 0.0 $0
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 $0
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 $0
La Féclaz 0.0 $0
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 $0
La Rosière 0.0 $0
Arêches Beaufort 0.0 $0
Le Revard 0.0 $0
Plateau du Revard 0.0 $0
La Thuile 0.0 $0
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 $0
Espace Diamant (Les Saisies) 0.0 $0
Les Contamines 0.0 $0
Le Semnoz 0.0 $0
Jardin Enfants 0.0 $0
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 $0
Courmayeur 0.0 $0
Evasion Mont Blanc 0.0 $0
Megève/Saint-Gervais 0.0 $0
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc 0.0 $0
Les Houches (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
La Clusaz 0.0 $0
Le Tourchet (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
Aiguille du Midi (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
Stade de Slalom 0.0 $0
Cordon 0.0 $0
Les Planards (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
Brévent/Flégère (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
Passy - Plaine Joux 0.0 $0
Plateau des Glières 0.0 $0
Le Grand Bornand 0.0 $0
Môm' Park 0.0 $0
Les Grands Montets 0.0 $0
Snowpark 0.0 $0
Les Chosalets (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
Terre Ronde 0.0 $0
Cascades de Glace du Reposoir 0.0 $0
Flaine 0.0 $0
Vormaine 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir Chalet Neuf 0.0 $0
Le Reposoir 0.0 $0
La Poya (Chamonix) 0.0 $0
Balme - Vallorcine 0.0 $0
Romme 0.0 $0
Le Grand Massif 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
Mont Saxonnex 0.0 $0
Villages 0.0 $0
La Croisette 0.0 $0
Les Marecottes 0.0 $0
Praz de Lys Sommand 0.0 $0

Airports Near Épierre

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Annemasse AirfieldMedium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal AirfieldSmall Airport
Altiport de VaugellazSmall Airport
Altiport du Col de CeniseSmall Airport
Altisurface de Morzine-AvoriazSmall Airport
Altisurface de ValmorelSmall Airport
Altisurface du Glacier de la ChiaupeSmall Airport
Altisurface du Glacier Du Dome Du GouterSmall Airport
Altisurface du Glacier du Passon "du haut"Small Airport
Altisurface du Glacier Du TaculSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belley-Peyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Chamonet AirfieldSmall Airport
Chanaz AirfieldSmall Airport
Château de Montmeilleur AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Belledonne AltiportSmall Airport
Col de Sarenne AltiportSmall Airport
Col du Palet AltiportSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Courchevel AltiportCVFSmall Airport
Crête de Brouffiers AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Dôme de la Lauze AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Gh. de la SassiereSmall Airport
Gh. del LéchaudSmall Airport
Gh. del Miravidi breulSmall Airport
Glacier d'Argentière AltiportSmall Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier de la Grande Motte AltiportSmall Airport
Glacier de Talèfre AltiportSmall Airport
Glacier du Tour AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier du Trient Mountain Landing SiteSmall Airport
Glacier Lombard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud AirfieldSmall Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre AltisurfaceSmall Airport
L'Arpette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Tovière AltiportSmall Airport
Lavours AirfieldSmall Airport
Lumbin AirfieldSmall Airport
Megève AltiportMVVSmall Airport
Mens AirstripSmall Airport
Méribel AltiportMFXSmall Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie AltisurfaceSmall Airport

Post Offices in Épierre

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence Communale

Churches & Religious Organizations in Épierre

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Assomption
Église Saint-Léger
Église Saint-Pierre

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 Épierre

What is the population of Épierre?

Épierre has a population of 623 residents and is located in France. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.

Is Épierre expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,836, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,600 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $623 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 Épierre?

Épierre has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.8 inches, with 224.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Épierre?

The unemployment rate in Épierre is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Épierre?

The median home value in Épierre is $124,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $623.

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