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Laps, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Laps is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 517. Elevation: 1,696 ft (517 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
517 Population 249/sq mi density
1,696 ft Elevation 517 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$27,680 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$27,680 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$102,600 home value, $513/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population517
Density249/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,680
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,600
Rent$513
Housing Units207
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)
Population517
Population Density249 / sq mi
Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)
Coordinates45.6740°, 3.2701°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.2 inches (54 cm)
Median Household Income$27,680

About Laps

Laps is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 1,696 feet (517 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Laps is $27,680, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (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 31 business establishments.

Income: Laps vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,680
63% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Laps is $102,600, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $513 (56% below the national average of $1,163). There are 207 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 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,600
64% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$513
56% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units207

Property Tax

Climate in Laps

Laps has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 567 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.3°C / 40°F 0.6° / 8° 26.7
Feb 5°C / 41°F 0.5° / 9.6° 18.9
Mar 8.4°C / 47°F 3° / 13.7° 25.4
Apr 10.9°C / 52°F 5.2° / 16.6° 52.1
May 14.8°C / 59°F 8.9° / 20.6° 67.0
Jun 18.4°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.2° 69.3
Jul 20.6°C / 69°F 14.3° / 26.8° 62.6
Aug 20.6°C / 69°F 14.3° / 26.8° 61.6
Sep 16.7°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.6° 57.3
Oct 13°C / 55°F 8.2° / 17.8° 49.6
Nov 7.9°C / 46°F 3.8° / 12° 46.6
Dec 5°C / 41°F 1.4° / 8.6° 29.4
Laps experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The area receives 21.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,696 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below France avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates45.6740°N, 3.2701°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above France avg
Snowfall 21.2"
Wettest Month (May) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

291 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 9, 2022.

May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 81 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 50 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 46 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 50 km
May 22, 1991 8 km SSW of Aigurande, France M3.6 137 km
Jul 25, 2002 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.5 114 km
Feb 21, 1993 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France M3.5 145 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 48 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 73 km
Jul 25, 2002 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.4 113 km
Nov 5, 2001 2 km NW of Ambert, France M3.4 37 km
Apr 5, 2000 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France M3.4 123 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 91 km
Jun 9, 1991 8 km NNE of Bussière-Dunoise, France M3.3 136 km
Nov 14, 1997 4 km WNW of Châteaumeillant, France M3.3 133 km
Jan 19, 1999 3 km SSW of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.3 51 km
Jul 28, 1991 3 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.3 50 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 83 km
May 14, 1995 8 km WNW of Massiac, France M3.2 45 km
Jan 4, 1992 5 km NW of Bonnat, France M3.2 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (26 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 26 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 1.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 62°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
August 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
December 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in

Laps has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 34°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Laps

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ecole Elementaire Publique
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Radio Stations near Laps

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
NRJ Clermont AAC+ 64 kbps
RFM LE HIT MP3 128 kbps
Maxi France radio chansons françaises, pop MP3 128 kbps
MCRADIO hits, pop rock MP3 256 kbps
MCRADIO - La hit radio du massif central live, local radio MP3 256 kbps
LARS'N documentaries, local music OGG
Jazz Manouche MP3 128 kbps
Sun Radio Bar deep, groove MP3 128 kbps
Multicolore Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Campus Clermont-Ferrand culture, electronic MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Laps

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre Historique Du Monde Sapeur-Pompier
Centre Pomel
Fond Régional d'Art Contemporain
Hôtel Fontfreyde Centre Photographique
L'Aventure Michelin
La Grotte de la Pierre de Volvic
Musée archéologique de la bataille de Gergovie
Musée Bargoin
Musée Baster
Musée d'Art Roger Quilliot
Musée de l'Améthyste
Musée de la Mine
Musée de la Résistance, de l'internement et de la déportation
Musée de la Tannerie
Musée de la Vigne et du Vin
Musée de Royat
Musée départemental de la Céramique
Musée La Pierre Philosophale
Musée Lapidaire
Musée Mandet
Musée Marcel Sahut
Musée Pierre Mondanel
Musée régional d'Auvergne
Muséum Henri-Lecoq

Libraries in Laps

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Alexandre Vialatte0.0
Bibliothèque Alexandre-Vialatte0.0
Bibliothèque Alphonse-Daudet0.0
Bibliothèque de Droit0.0
Bibliothèque de Ménétrol0.0
Bibliothèque du Patrimoine0.0
Bibliothèque du Patrimoine0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale de Riom0.0
Bibliothèque La Plume et le trait0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Peschadoires0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Sayat0.0
Bibliothèque René-Guy-Cadou0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Lafayette0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Marie-Hélène Lafon0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Sciences des Cézeaux - Université Clermont Auvergne0.0
Bibliothèque/Médiathèque Municipale0.0
CDI0.0
La Volvi'tech0.0
Le KAP - Learning Center (Université Clermont Auvergne)0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque "Hugo-Pratt"0.0
Médiathèque Aimé-Césaire0.0
Médiathèque Alain-Rey0.0
Médiathèque Alain-Rey0.0
Médiathèque Alphonse-Daudet0.0
Médiathèque Amélie Murat0.0
Médiathèque Amélie-Murat0.0
Médiathèque Arsène-Boulay0.0
Médiathèque de Jaude0.0
Médiathèque des Jardins de la Culture0.0
Médiathèque Hugo Pratt (antenne)0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale entre Dore et Allier0.0
Médiathèque Jack-Ralite0.0
Médiathèque Jacques Prévert0.0
Médiathèque Jacques-Prévert0.0
Médiathèque La Licorne0.0
Médiathèque Rêve et Savoir0.0
René-Char Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Laps

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halle Alimentaire
Halle Gourmande Saint-Pierre
Halles
La Glacière
Marché d'Aubière
Marché de Gros (les Halles du Massif Central)
Marché de Maringues
Marché de Trémonteix
Marché La Gauthière
Marché Saint-Joseph
Market of Chamalières
Place de la Libération
Place Gambetta
Saint-Joseph

Breweries in Laps

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bières le Plan B
Kazan CraftBeer

Stadiums & Teams in Laps

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Laps

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Le Lioran 0.0 $0
Le Grand Sancy 0.0 $0
Chastreix 0.0 $0
Prabouré 0.0 $0
Chalmazel 0.0 $0
La Loge des Gardes 0.0 $0

Airports Near Laps

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airportCFELarge Airport
Roanne-Renaison AirportRNEMedium Airport
Saint-Yan AirportSYTMedium Airport
Vichy-Charmeil AirportVHYMedium Airport
Ambert - Le Poyet AirfieldSmall Airport
Aubiat Sardon AirfieldSmall Airport
Banelle Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM La BoubleSmall Airport
Bort-l'Étang AirfieldSmall Airport
Brioude Beaumont AirfieldSmall Airport
Charbonnières les Vieilles AirfieldSmall Airport
Col du Béal AltiportSmall Airport
Grand Prouilhat AirfieldSmall Airport
Issoire-Le Broc AirfieldSmall Airport
Jayet Gannat AirfieldSmall Airport
La Sauvetat Aubusson-d'Auvergne AirfieldSmall Airport
Lapalisse - Périgny AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Puy-Loudes AirfieldLPYSmall Airport
Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite AirfieldSmall Airport
Mazeyrat AirfieldSmall Airport
Montluçon-Domérat AirfieldSmall Airport
Mounier Haut AirfieldSmall Airport
Sailles Saint-Nectaire AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Priest des Champs AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Fargeol Les Fougères AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Flour-Coltines AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Gal-sur-Sioule Les Tabarias AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Julien Sancy AirfieldSmall Airport
Tinhlat AirfieldSmall Airport
Veauce AirfieldSmall Airport
Verneuil en BourbonnaisSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Laps

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Blaise

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 Laps

What is the population of Laps?

Laps has a population of 517 residents and is located in France. The population density is 249 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.

Is Laps expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,680, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $102,600 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $513 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Laps?

Laps has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 21.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Laps?

The unemployment rate in Laps is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 31 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Laps?

The median home value in Laps is $102,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $513.

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