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La Motte, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

La Motte is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 2,555. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,555 Population 99/sq mi density
272 ft Elevation 83 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,510 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$25,510 median income, 10.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$150,800 home value, $754/mo rent

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People

Population2,555
Density99/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$25,510
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty13.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$150,800
Rent$754
Housing Units1,022
Rent Burden27.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Population2,555
Population Density99 / sq mi
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Coordinates43.4940°, 6.5352°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (806 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,510

About La Motte

La Motte is a small town in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 2,555. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet (83 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in La Motte is $25,510, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 153 business establishments.

Income: La Motte vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,510
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above France avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above France avg
Establishments (County)153

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in La Motte is $150,800, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,022 total housing units in the city. 27.6% 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$150,800
47% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$754
35% below France avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,022

Property Tax

La Motte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 278 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above France avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area25.7 sq mi (66.6 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates43.4940°N, 6.5352°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.29"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,595 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 20, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 87 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 124 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 136 km
Mar 14, 2001 34 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M4.6 128 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 75 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 137 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 112 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 88 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 133 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 117 km
Sep 14, 2024 62 km SE of Ramatuelle, France M4.1 88 km
Apr 11, 1998 1 km SW of Oncino, Italy M4.1 140 km
Nov 8, 1997 1 km WSW of Caprauna, Italy M4.1 132 km
Jul 14, 2014 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 111 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 142 km
Feb 27, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 111 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 144 km
May 16, 2023 16 km W of Pleyne, Italy M4.1 120 km
Apr 24, 1995 14 km SE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.0 75 km
Jun 22, 2014 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.0 110 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 62 km
1968 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Earthquake 3.0 m 134 km
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 97 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake 650 84 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in
October 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
December 47°F (9°C) 3.3 in

La Motte has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in La Motte

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire La Motte
École maternelle La Motte
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Radio Stations near La Motte

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM 80 FUNKY MUSIC 80's, disco MP3 192 kbps
Radio Couleur Sud généraliste, provence MP3 320 kbps
Veronica 60's & 70's pop rock MP3 96 kbps
Ràdio Nissa Pantai music, occitan MP3 128 kbps

Museums in La Motte

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'histoire et d'étude des troupes d'outre-mer (CHEtom°
Eco-musée du Pays de Fayence
Hôtel Départemental des Expositions du Var
La Maison de la Préhistoire J.Landréat - F.Puigdellivol
La Tour Carrée
Maison de l'Histoire des Arcs
Maison des Papillons
Maison des Sapeurs-Pompiers du Var
Maison du Patrimoine
Maison Waldberg
Mini musée de plein air archéologique
Musée Archéologique
Musée archéologique de Saint-Raphaël
Musée Camos
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée d'Histoire Locale de Fréjus
Musée d'Histoire Maritime de Saint-Tropez
Musée de l'Annonciade
Musée de l'Artillerie
Musée de l'Histoire et des traditions mottoises
Musée de la gendarmerie et du cinéma
Musée de la justice
Musée de la Libération
Musée de la Mécanographie
Musée des Arts et Traditions Populaires
Musée des Fossiles & Minéraux
Musée des Troupes de Marine
Musée du Garde Champêtre
Musée Louis de Funès
ORGANuGAMMusEum
Venet Foundation

Libraries in La Motte

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives Départementales du Var0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Jean Salomone0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Espace municipal Léon Gambetta0.0
Le Pigeonnier0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Communautaire0.0
Médiathèque de Lorgues0.0
Médiathèque du Muy0.0
Médiathèque Jacqueline de Romilly0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Saint-Raphaël0.0

Farmers Markets in La Motte

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Au Marché de la Vallée Rose
Fishermen's market
La Halle de Grimaud
Marché couvert
Marché de la République
Marché de Port Grimaud
Marché Provençal
Place de la République
Place Le Bigot
Place Victor Hugo

Hotels in La Motte

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Pins Blancs en Provence

Castles in La Motte

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château d'Esclans
Château Sainte-Roseline

Breweries in La Motte

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Dracénoise
La Bodega

Stadiums & Teams in La Motte

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near La Motte

9 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
L'Audibergue 0.0 $0
Gréolières-Les-Neiges 0.0 $0
La Colmiane 0.0 $0
La Colle Saint Michel 0.0 $0
Roubion-Les-Buisses 0.0 $0
Domaine skiable Valberg 0.0 $0
Val Pelens 0.0 $0
Isola 2000 0.0 $0
Ratery 0.0 $0

Airports Near La Motte

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nice-Côte d'Azur AirportNCELarge Airport
Cannes Mandelieu AirportCEQMedium Airport
Le Castellet AirportCTTMedium Airport
Le Luc-Le Cannet AirfieldMedium Airport
Toulon-Hyères AirportTLNMedium Airport
Basse Maure AirfieldSmall Airport
Brue Auriac St Estève AirfieldSmall Airport
Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban AirfieldSmall Airport
Cipières Alpes d'Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Cogolin Grimaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Lèques AirfieldSmall Airport
Cruis Mas des Grailles AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuers-Pierrefeu AirfieldSmall Airport
Fayence-Tourrettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Flayosc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fréjus Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Isola 2000 AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Limate AirfieldSmall Airport
La Môle AirportLTTSmall Airport
La Mure-Argens AirfieldSmall Airport
La Roquebrussanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Queyrons AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Valettes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Oraison AirfieldSmall Airport
Pampelonne AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Puimoisson AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ségriès AirfieldSmall Airport
Thèmes Ultralight Club 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

Post Offices in La Motte

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Motte

Treatment Centers in La Motte

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique Les Espérels

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Motte

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Sainte-Roseline
Église Saint-Victor

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Waterfalls
2
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 La Motte

What is the population of La Motte?

La Motte has a population of 2,555 residents and is located in France. The population density is 99 people per square mile, spread across 25.7 square miles.

Is La Motte expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,510, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,800 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $754 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 La Motte?

La Motte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in La Motte?

The job market in La Motte faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 153 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in La Motte?

The median home value in La Motte is $150,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $754.

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