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Lavelanet, France
Occitanie · France
Lavelanet is a small city in Occitanie, France with a population of 7,382. Elevation: 1,729 ft (527 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lavelanet
Lavelanet is a commune in the Ariège department in the Occitanie region in southwestern France.
People
Economy
FHousing
B+Climate
| Population | 7,382 |
| Population Density | 1,189 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,729 ft (527 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.9327°, 1.8484° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Occitanie |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.7 inches (881 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,591 |
About Lavelanet
Lavelanet is a small city in France (Occitanie) with a population of 7,382. The city sits at an elevation of 1,729 feet (527 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Lavelanet vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,591 |
| 74% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 19.5% |
| 442% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.0% |
| 126% above France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 443 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,400 |
| 65% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $487 |
| 58% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,953 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below France avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,729 ft (527 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9327°N, 1.8484°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in |
Lavelanet has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 38°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (2.1").
Schools in Lavelanet
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire privée Jeanne d'Arc | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Victor Hugo | - | - | - | - |
| Section d'enseignement général et technologique du Lycée professionnel Joseph Marie Jacquard | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Les Avelines | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire George Sand (groupe 2) | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Groupe 1 Lamartine | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Louis Pasteur | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée polyvalent Joseph-Marie Jacquard | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lavelanet
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Transparence | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lavelanet
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre historique Jean Duvernoy | ||||
| Chapelle Saint-Jérôme | ||||
| Château de Foix | ||||
| Château des Comtes de Foix | ||||
| Espace muséographique de Talcaneô | ||||
| L'école 1900 | ||||
| Le Carmel De Pamiers | ||||
| Les âges de la vie | ||||
| Musée de la Magie | ||||
| Musée de Montségur | ||||
| Musée des métiers | ||||
| Musée du fer | ||||
| Musée du Quercob | ||||
| Musée du textile et du peigne en corne | ||||
| Observatoire de la Montagne | ||||
| Rêve et magie du rail |
Libraries in Lavelanet
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| André Malraux | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque - ALAE | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque departementale de Prêt | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Jean Beyssi | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque LAD | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Chalabre | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Puivert | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace François Mitterrand | 0.0 | |||||
| La mauvaise Foix | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Ax les Thermes | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Foix | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Lavelanet | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque intercommunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lavelanet
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halle aux Grains | |||||
| Halle Saint-Volusien | |||||
| Le petit marché | |||||
| Place de la République | |||||
| Place du 19 Mars 1962 | |||||
| Place Félix Garrigou | |||||
| Place Saint-Michel |
Cafes in Lavelanet
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lavelanet
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lavelanet
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lavelanet
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lavelanet
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lavelanet
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lavelanet
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BDQ Beer Co. | ||||
| Brasserie du Quercorb | ||||
| Brasserie Le Grand Bison | ||||
| Globe Trotter Brasserie | ||||
| Les Trois Clochers |
Stadiums & Teams in Lavelanet
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Lavelanet
24 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puyvalador | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Domaine Les Monts d'Olmes | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Guzet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Camurac | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Freeride Guzet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Goulier | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ascou | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mijanès - Donezan | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Station de Beille | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ax 3 Domaines | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Estació d'esquí Tavascan | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ancienne Station de Ski Mosset - Col de Jau | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Estació d'esquí de la Molina | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ordino-Arcalís | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Formiguères | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Les Angles | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pal-Arinsal | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Porte Puymorens | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| La Quillane | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Font-Romeu Pyrénées 2000 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Cambre d'Aze | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Vallter 2000 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Port Ainé | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Estació d'esquí de Masella | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lavelanet
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toulouse-Blagnac Airport | TLS | Large Airport |
| Aérodrome de Saint-Girons - Antichan | - | Medium Airport |
| Carcassonne Salvaza Airport | CCF | Medium Airport |
| Castres Mazamet Airport | DCM | Medium Airport |
| Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel Airport | LEU | Medium Airport |
| Toulouse-Francazal (BA 101) Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerodrome de Bois de la Pierre | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Castelnaudary-Villeneuve | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de la Montagne Noire | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Muret - Lherm | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Pamiers - Les Pujols | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Toulouse Bourg-Saint-Bernard | - | Small Airport |
| Air Galamus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altiport d'Ustou | - | Small Airport |
| Altiport du Col de la Marrano | - | Small Airport |
| Altiport du Plateau de la Calme | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface d'Aleu | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface de Coste Del Palm | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface de l'Hippopotame | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface de la Plagne-Bouirex | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface du Clos de Legua | - | Small Airport |
| Artigat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baraigne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beaugaillard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ercé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Esperce field | - | Small Airport |
| Gardouch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gibel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jourdan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Cerdanya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Grand Borde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Reuilh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marmouzet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Llaret Pic d'Aude Altisurface | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Llaret Roc d'Aude Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Louis La Quillane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nébias Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Portalier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Puichéric Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Puivert Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Régat Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Revel Montgey Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Affrique les Montagnes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Félix Lauragais Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sarrat Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ste Léocadie Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Toulouse-Lasbordes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Troye d'Ariège ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Ulmodrome de Limoux | - | Small Airport |
| Villeneuve du Latou Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lavelanet
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lavelanet |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lavelanet
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de la Décollation-de-Saint-Jean-Baptiste | |
| Église de la Nativité-de-la-Vierge-Marie | |
| Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption | |
| Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption | |
| Église Saint-Pierre | |
| Église Sainte-Foy |
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What is the population of Lavelanet?
Lavelanet has a population of 7,382 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,189 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.
Is Lavelanet expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,591, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $97,400 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $487 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Lavelanet?
Lavelanet has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches.
How is the job market in Lavelanet?
The job market in Lavelanet faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 443 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Lavelanet?
The median home value in Lavelanet is $97,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $487.