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Espinasses, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Espinasses is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 633. Elevation: 2,234 ft (681 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
633 Population 20/sq mi density
2,234 ft Elevation 681 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
38.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$20,974 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$20,974 median income, 9.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$123,600 home value, $618/mo rent

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People

Population633
Density20/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$20,974
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$123,600
Rent$618
Housing Units253
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Population633
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Coordinates44.4665°, 6.2303°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation38.1 inches (967 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.7 inches (25 cm)
Median Household Income$20,974

About Espinasses

Espinasses is a small town in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 633. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet (681 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Espinasses is $20,974, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (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 38 business establishments.

Income: Espinasses vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$20,974
72% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Espinasses is $123,600, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $618 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 253 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 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$618
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units253

Property Tax

Climate in Espinasses

Espinasses has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.4°C), the coldest is Jan (2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 730 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.4°C / 36°F -2.4° / 7.2° 51.0
Feb 3.4°C / 38°F -2.3° / 9° 41.2
Mar 7.3°C / 45°F 1.1° / 13.5° 47.8
Apr 10.1°C / 50°F 3.9° / 16.4° 56.7
May 14°C / 57°F 7.7° / 20.4° 70.5
Jun 17.9°C / 64°F 11.1° / 24.7° 60.6
Jul 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.6° 49.6
Aug 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.6° 51.7
Sep 16°C / 61°F 9.5° / 22.5° 66.3
Oct 11.8°C / 53°F 6.2° / 17.5° 81.5
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 1.5° / 11.2° 83.2
Dec 3°C / 37°F -1.5° / 7.4° 70.2
Espinasses experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 267 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 38.1 inches. The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below France avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Area32.5 sq mi (84.3 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates44.4665°N, 6.2303°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"
0% below France avg
Snowfall 9.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,935 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 41 km
Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 29 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 88 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 59 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 150 km
Apr 19, 2009 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy M4.5 131 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 38 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 87 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 139 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 101 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 131 km
Nov 21, 1995 1 km SW of Collegno, Italy M4.4 124 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 107 km
Feb 11, 1990 northern Italy M4.3 124 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 86 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 147 km
Jun 10, 2003 1 km NNE of Piobesi Torinese, Italy M4.2 116 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 35 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 84 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) Meteorological 10.0 m 9 118 km
1968 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Earthquake 3.0 m 147 km
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 147 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake 650 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.8 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in Wettest
November 40°F (5°C) 4.3 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in

Espinasses has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 34°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Espinasses

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École de Théus
École primaire de Saint-Étienne-le-Laus
École primaire de Remollon
École primaire Le Claps
École élémentaire
École primaire
École primaire
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Radio Stations near Espinasses

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio ISA MP3 128 kbps
Radio Zinzine MP3 170 kbps
RDWA eclectic MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Espinasses

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Écomusée
Ecomusée
Ecomusée L'ancienne maison paysanne
La Bugage
Le Refuge des Animaux
Maison de l'Eau et des Énergies
Maison de la photographie Vivian Maier
Maison du Mulet
Musée de la Casse
Musée De La Vallée
Musée de Montclar
Musée départemental
Musée des hommes et des montagnes
Muséoscope du lac

Libraries in Espinasses

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteque0.0
Bibliothèque départementale de prêt0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Mediateque Mairie du Lauzet-Ubaye0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Gap0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Espinasses

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Seyne

Hotels in Espinasses

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel de la Poste

Zoos in Espinasses

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parc Animalier de Serre-Ponçon

Gas Stations in Espinasses

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #7508417543

Banks in Espinasses

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Espinasses

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Artisanale de Serre-Ponçon
Brasserie d'Ancelle
Brasserie de l'Aubrée
La Belle Epoque

Ski Resorts Near Espinasses

57 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Les Deux Alpes 0.0 $0
Aiguilles 0.0 $0
Arvieux 0.0 $0
Puy-Saint-Vincent 0.0 $0
Pelvoux-Vallouise 0.0 $0
Gresse en Vercors 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
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 $0
Sauze D'Oulx 0.0 $0
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 $0
Orcières Merlette 0.0 $0
Col d'Ornon 0.0 $0
La Grave 0.0 $0
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 $0
Bardonecchia 0.0 $0
Le Chazelet 0.0 $0
Colline des Bains 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
Crévoux 0.0 $0
Val Pelens 0.0 $0
Ratery 0.0 $0
Le Seignus 0.0 $0
Auron 0.0 $0
Rassemblement cours ESF 0.0 $0
Le Grand Puy 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Espace Lumière 0.0 $0
Chabanon 0.0 $0
Montclar 0.0 $0
Larche 0.0 $0
Sainte-Anne la Condamine 0.0 $0
Les Orres 0.0 $0
Céüse 0.0 $0
La Colle Saint Michel 0.0 $0
Station de ski de Reallon 0.0 $0
Vars 0.0 $0
Vars/Risoul 0.0 $0
Risoul 0.0 $0
Ancelle 0.0 $0
Ceillac en Queyras 0.0 $0
Laye 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes 0.0 $0
Dévoluy 0.0 $0
Serre Eyraud 0.0 $0
Lus la Jarjatte 0.0 $0
Chaillol 0.0 $0
Molines-en-Queyras - Saint-Véran 0.0 $0

Airports Near Espinasses

49 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Altisurface de BanonSmall Airport
Altisurface du Grand TerrusSmall Airport
Aspres-sur-Buëch AirfieldSmall Airport
Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons AirfieldBAESmall Airport
Château de Montmeilleur AirfieldSmall Airport
Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban AirfieldSmall Airport
Cipières Alpes d'Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Clamensane AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Col de Belledonne AltiportSmall Airport
Col de Lèques AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Sarenne AltiportSmall Airport
Colombe d'Eyguians AirfieldSmall Airport
Crête de Brouffiers AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Crots AirfieldSmall Airport
Cruis Mas des Grailles AirfieldSmall Airport
Dôme de la Lauze AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Gap-Tallard AirfieldGATSmall Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier Lombard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Motte-du-Caire Glider FieldSmall Airport
La Mure-Argens AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Eyssagnes AirfieldSmall Airport
Mens AirstripSmall Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd AirfieldSmall Airport
Mont-Dauphin Saint-Crépin AirfieldSCPSmall Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Oraison AirfieldSmall Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Puimoisson AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy AltiSurfaceSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-d'Arves AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Saint-Martin AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Martin-de-Castillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ségriès AirfieldSmall Airport
Serres - La Bâtie-Montsaléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Seyne les Alpes Glider FieldSmall Airport
Sistéron-Vaumeilh AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Basse AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Chamatte AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface (2)Small Airport
Valberg AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Valloire-Bonnenuit AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Vinon AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Espinasses

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
Poste Annexe
Poste Annexe
Relais Poste
Remollon
Saint-Étienne-le-Laus
Saint-Vincent-les-Forts

Treatment Centers in Espinasses

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre de rééducation

Churches & Religious Organizations in Espinasses

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle des Fours
Chapelle des Roses
Chapelle Notre-Dame
Chapelle Saint-Barthélemy
Chapelle Saint-Jean
Chapelle Saint-Maurice
Chapelle Saint-Roch
Chapelle Saint-Sixte
Église de Costebelle
Église de l'Assomption
Église Notre-Dame de la Colle
Église Saint-Antoine
Église Saint-Étienne
Église Saint-Joseph
Église Saint-Julien
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Saint-Marcellin
Église Saint-Nicolas de Myre
église Saint-Nicolas-et-Sainte-Luce
Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Sébastien
Église Sainte-Brigitte

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Espinasses

What is the population of Espinasses?

Espinasses has a population of 633 residents and is located in France. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 32.5 square miles.

Is Espinasses expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,974, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,600 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Espinasses?

Espinasses has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Espinasses?

The job market in Espinasses faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Espinasses?

The median home value in Espinasses is $123,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $618.

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