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Lancrans, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Lancrans is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,019. Elevation: 1,650 ft (503 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
1,019 Population 173/sq mi density
1,650 ft Elevation 503 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,682 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$25,682 median income, 15.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$201,000 home value, $1,005/mo rent

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About Lancrans

Lancrans

Lancrans is a former commune in the Ain department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in Eastern France. On 1 January 2019, it was merged into the new commune of Valserhône. In 1858, Vanchy and Confort separated from Lancrans to form new communes.

People

Population1,019
Density173/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$25,682
Unemployment15.1%
Poverty17.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$201,000
Rent$1,005
Housing Units408
Rent Burden28.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,650 ft (503 m)
Population1,019
Population Density173 / sq mi
Elevation1,650 ft (503 m)
Coordinates46.1273°, 5.8328°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,369 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)
Median Household Income$25,682

About Lancrans

Lancrans is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 1,019. The city sits at an elevation of 1,650 feet (503 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Lancrans is $25,682, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Lancrans vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,682
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.1%
319% above France avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above France avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lancrans is $201,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,005 (14% below the national average of $1,163). There are 408 total housing units in the city. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,000
29% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,005
14% below France avg
Rent Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units408

Property Tax

Climate in Lancrans

Lancrans has an average annual temperature of 11.2°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.2°C / 36°F -0.7° / 5.1° 71.4
Feb 3.1°C / 38°F -0.8° / 7° 55.0
Mar 7°C / 45°F 2.1° / 11.9° 60.9
Apr 10.6°C / 51°F 5.3° / 16° 65.5
May 14.8°C / 59°F 9.4° / 20.1° 77.0
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 13° / 24.2° 80.9
Jul 20.8°C / 69°F 14.9° / 26.8° 77.4
Aug 20.4°C / 69°F 14.5° / 26.3° 80.1
Sep 16.2°C / 61°F 11.1° / 21.2° 86.7
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 7.6° / 15.6° 93.5
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 3° / 9.4° 86.7
Dec 2.9°C / 37°F 0.2° / 5.6° 87.8
Lancrans experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 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 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,650 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below France avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,650 ft (503 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates46.1273°N, 5.8328°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above France avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.69"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

744 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 128 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 17 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 58 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 42 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 69 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 132 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 20 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 137 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 94 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 123 km
Aug 22, 2003 6 km NNW of Savièse, Switzerland M4.2 115 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 129 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 118 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 70 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 123 km
Jul 1, 2017 7 km E of Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland M4.1 100 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 124 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 37 km
Feb 17, 2008 8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy M4.0 106 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 77 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 - - 80 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
February 33°F (1°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 34°F (1°C) 4.4 in

Lancrans has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 33°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Lancrans

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire publique Pierre Longue - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lancrans

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Meuh electronic, funk MP3 128 kbps
RTS Couleur 3 (CH) - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vostok (CH) - AAC+ 96 kbps
Planet Ambi HD (CH) ambient, drone MP3 320 kbps
H2O annecy, haute-savoie MP3 128 kbps
Magic radio 80s, flac OGG 1500 kbps
Basspistol Radio (CH) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Rockenfolie rock MP3 256 kbps
ODS Radio Rock alternative rock, indie rock MP3 128 kbps
Geneva Latina Radio (CH) - MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Lac (CH) genève, lac MP3 128 kbps
Radio Zones 93,8 FM african, blues MP3 192 kbps
Radio Alto hits, pop MP3 120 kbps
Lifestyle74 - AAC 128 kbps
One FM (CH) - MP3 128 kbps
KTFM / Global Sport (CH) 70s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
World Radio Switzerland (CH) - MP3 128 kbps
Magic Radio - Proxima - MP3 192 kbps
SunAlpes Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio FMR - AAC+ 32 kbps
La radio Plus - MP3 128 kbps
ODS Radio Légende du Rock alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lancrans

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ATLAS Visitors Centre
CERN Science Gateway
Maison du parc naturel régional du Haut-Jura
Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Ain
Musée de la Vache et des Alpages
Musée Départemental des Sapeurs Pompiers
Musée du Bois
Musée du Bugey-Valromey
Musée du lapidaire et des pierres fines et précieuses
Musée du Peigne et de la Plasturgie
Musée Léon Marès
Musée Métiers d'Autrefois du Haut Jura
The Globe of Science and Innovation
Usine électrique la Grande Vapeur

Libraries in Lancrans

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Au pré de mon livre0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Bernex0.0
Bibliothèque de Bernex0.0
Bibliothèque de Cartigny0.0
Bibliothèque de Cessy0.0
Bibliothèque de Chancy0.0
Bibliothèque de la Salèvienne0.0
Bibliothèque de Lovagny0.0
Bibliothèque de Poisy - Le Forum0.0
Bibliothèque de Valleiry0.0
Bibliothèque de Vernier-Village0.0
Bibliothèque de Vernier-Village0.0
Bibliothèque de Vers0.0
Bibliothèque Forum Meyrin0.0
Bibliothèque Forum Meyrin0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Collonges0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Gex0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Marlioz0.0
Bibliothèque Populaire0.0
Bibliothèque-Ludothèque d'Avusy0.0
CERN main library0.0
CERN main library0.0
La Manivelle - votre bibliothèque d'objets0.0
La Manivelle - votre bibliothèque d'objets0.0
Le Champ du Livre0.0
Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Châtillon-en-Michaille0.0
Médiathèque du Valromey0.0
Médiathèque Dubouillon0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Mediatheque LOUIS MIRAILET0.0

Farmers Markets in Lancrans

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché
Marché
Marchés de Meyrin
Marchés de Meyrin
Parc Jeantet

Hotels in Lancrans

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Sorgia

Veterinaries in Lancrans

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinique vétérinaire de Pierre-Blanche

Gas Stations in Lancrans

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour

Breweries in Lancrans

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de la Borne Sàrl
Brasserie de la Borne Sàrl
Brasserie L'étincelle
Micro Brasserie la Virgule
PereJakob
PereJakob

Stadiums & Teams in Lancrans

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Lancrans

49 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bellefontaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Massif des Brasses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hirmentaz - Les Habères 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grange des Bois 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Serra 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dôle-Tuffes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Cergue 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Rousses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Trélasse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Longchaumois Rosset 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-George 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Menthières 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Gentianes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Brassus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Morbier - Les Combes (ski nordique) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Morbier - Le Glacier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
L'Orient 0.0 - - $0 - - -
l'Abbaye 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Foncine le Haut 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dent de Vaulion – Le Morez 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mouthe 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Métabief 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station d'Entre-les-Fourgs 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Clusaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Granier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Entremonts 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 - - -
Le Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plateau du Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Semnoz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Grand Domaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Slalom 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plateau des Glières 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Grand Bornand 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Môm' Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snowpark 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Terre Ronde 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cascades de Glace du Reposoir 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Reposoir Chalet Neuf 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mont Saxonnex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Croisette 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Lancrans

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geneva International AirportGVALarge Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)-Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Annemasse Airfield-Medium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux-Small Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield-Small Airport
Altiport du Col de Cenise-Small Airport
Altisurface de Valmorel-Small Airport
Arthenas Airfield-Small Airport
Base ULM d'Izenave-Small Airport
Base ULM de Polliat-Small Airport
Base ULM de Val-Revermont-Small Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield-Small Airport
Belley-Peyrieu Airfield-Small Airport
Boissia Airfield-Small Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield-Small Airport
Cervens Airfield-Small Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield-Small Airport
Chamonet Airfield-Small Airport
Champagnole-Crotenay Airfield-Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield-Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield-Small Airport
Corlier Altiport-Small Airport
Doucier Airfield-Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield-Small Airport
Habère Poche Airfield-Small Airport
L'Arpette Altisurface-Small Airport
La Côte Airfield-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
Lombard Airfield-Small Airport
Lons-le-Saunier Courlaoux Airfield-Small Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Méribel AltiportMFXSmall Airport
Montricher Airfield-Small Airport
Morestel Airfield-Small Airport
Sagy Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Claude Pratz Airfield-Small Airport
St Jean D'avelanne Airfield-Small Airport
Talissieu Airfield-Small Airport
Yenne Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Lancrans

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Relais Poste

Treatment Centers in Lancrans

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FAM Pré la Tour

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lancrans

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Amand

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 Lancrans

What is the population of Lancrans?

Lancrans has a population of 1,019 residents and is located in France. The population density is 173 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.

Is Lancrans expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,682, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $201,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,005 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lancrans?

Lancrans has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lancrans?

The job market in Lancrans faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lancrans?

The median home value in Lancrans is $201,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,005.

Nearby Cities

Bellegarde-sur-Valserine 11,699 pop · 1.4 mi Châtillon-en-Michaille 2,668 pop · 1.9 mi Collonges 1,124 pop · 3.5 mi Péron 1,729 pop · 6.2 mi Valleiry 2,421 pop · 6.7 mi Challex 1,158 pop · 7.9 mi Saint-Jean-de-Gonville 1,297 pop · 8.2 mi Frangy 1,779 pop · 8.8 mi Dardagny, GE 1,329 pop · 9.1 mi Viry 3,365 pop · 9.9 mi Thoiry 4,433 pop · 10.4 mi Aire-la-Ville, GE 1,100 pop · 11.0 mi Nantua 4,269 pop · 11.0 mi Chilly 1,035 pop · 11.0 mi
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