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Le Poët-Laval, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Le Poët-Laval is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 891. Elevation: 1,276 ft (389 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
891 Population 74/sq mi density
1,276 ft Elevation 389 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,214 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,214 median income, 11.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

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People

Population891
Density74/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,214
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$620
Housing Units356
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)
Population891
Population Density74 / sq mi
Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)
Coordinates44.5366°, 5.0146°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.7 inches (956 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$24,214

About Le Poët-Laval

Le Poët-Laval is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 891. The city sits at an elevation of 1,276 feet (389 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Le Poët-Laval is $24,214, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (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 53 business establishments.

Income: Le Poët-Laval vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,214
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)53

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Le Poët-Laval is $124,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 356 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 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$620
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units356

Property Tax

Climate in Le Poët-Laval

Le Poët-Laval has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.7°C), the coldest is Jan (5.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 919 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.7°C / 42°F 2.6° / 8.8° 68.7
Feb 6.6°C / 44°F 2.7° / 10.5° 42.5
Mar 10.2°C / 50°F 5.3° / 15.1° 49.0
Apr 13°C / 55°F 7.8° / 18.3° 74.2
May 17°C / 63°F 11.6° / 22.5° 77.7
Jun 21.2°C / 70°F 15.4° / 26.9° 56.5
Jul 23.7°C / 75°F 17.6° / 29.8° 55.1
Aug 23.5°C / 74°F 17.4° / 29.6° 56.4
Sep 19.2°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.4° 115.9
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 10.7° / 18.9° 133.0
Nov 9.6°C / 49°F 6.3° / 12.8° 128.8
Dec 6.2°C / 43°F 3.4° / 9.1° 61.6
Le Poët-Laval experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 316 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 37.7 inches. The area receives 8.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,276 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below France avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)
Area12.1 sq mi (31.2 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates44.5366°N, 5.0146°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.7"
1% below France avg
Snowfall 8.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

934 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 M4.8 134 km
Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 120 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 139 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 134 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 56 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 76 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 130 km
May 16, 2023 16 km W of Pleyne, Italy M4.1 142 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 131 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 139 km
Jul 14, 2014 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 133 km
Feb 27, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 133 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 111 km
Jun 22, 2014 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.0 133 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 134 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 148 km
Oct 3, 1997 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.8 111 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 106 km
Feb 13, 1991 6 km S of Claviere, Italy M3.8 143 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in Wettest
November 44°F (6°C) 3.7 in
December 38°F (4°C) 3.0 in

Le Poët-Laval has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 35°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Le Poët-Laval

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire publique Coline Serreau
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Radio Stations near Le Poët-Laval

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Méga chansons françaises, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Panoramix Radio Station MP3 320 kbps
Radio Saint Ferréol MP3
Radio Saint Féréol associative MP3
Radio Zig Zag - Pays de Romans local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
RDWA Luc dub, eclectic MP3 192 kbps
Jean marc Relut local music, shanson MP3 320 kbps
RCF Drôme christian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fontaine chansons françaises OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Le Poët-Laval

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'art de Crest
Château de Grignan
Colophon Librairie & Musée
Exposition
Exposition minéraux et fossiles - Fondation Robert Ardouvin
La Gare des Ramières
La Maison des Voisins
La Scourtinerie
Le Comptoir des Vieux Moulins
Le village provençal miniature
Maison de la Céramique du Pays de Dieulefit
Maison de la Résistance Mathias Mathieu
Maison de la Truffe et du Tricastin
Maison du Site de la Forêt de Saoû
Mémoire Agricole du Pays de Grignan
Musée archéologique du Pègue
Musée archéologique et d'histoire
Musée d’archéologie tricastine
Musée de l'Insolite
Musée de l'Olivier (Vignolis)
Musée de la Clairette
Musée de la Figurine
Musée de la Soie
Musée de la truffe et du vin
Musée des Berthalais
Musée du Cartonnage et de l'Imprimerie
Museée du Protestantisme Dauphinois
Sanctuaire St Joseph

Libraries in Le Poët-Laval

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliotheque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de la Vence0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliotheque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Farandole de Livres0.0
La Passerelle0.0
Les Chemins de Traverse0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Dieulefit0.0
Médiathèque du pays de Bourdeaux0.0
Médiathèque Louise Michel0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Vallée de la Drôme0.0

Farmers Markets in Le Poët-Laval

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Quai
Marché
Marché de producteurs
Marché de Saillans
Marché des producteurs locaux

Castles in Le Poët-Laval

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ruine du Chatelard

Breweries in Le Poët-Laval

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La vieille mule

Stadiums & Teams in Le Poët-Laval

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Le Poët-Laval

14 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station du Mont Serein 0.0 $0
Station du Col de Rousset 0.0 $0
Gresse en Vercors 0.0 $0
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier 0.0 $0
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 $0
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 $0
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 $0
Colline des Bains 0.0 $0
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 $0
Méaudre 0.0 $0
Les Coulmes 0.0 $0
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 $0
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 $0
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 $0

Airports Near Le Poët-Laval

42 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aubenas-South Ardèche AirportOBSMedium Airport
Avignon Caumont airportAVNMedium Airport
Orange-Caritat (BA 115) Air BaseMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AubenassonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-PaulSmall Airport
Altiport de La Motte ChalanconSmall Airport
Altisurface de BanonSmall Airport
Altisurface de FauconSmall Airport
Altisurface de l'EscoulinSmall Airport
Altisurface du Grand TerrusSmall Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Aspres-sur-Buëch AirfieldSmall Airport
Avignon-Pujaut AirfieldSmall Airport
Champis 07 AirfieldSmall Airport
Château de Montmeilleur AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Bacchus AirstripSmall Airport
Coustellet AirfieldSmall Airport
Creysseilles les croix AirfieldSmall Airport
Deyras Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Edgar Soumille AirfieldSmall Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Vastres AirfieldSmall Airport
Mens AirstripSmall Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Montélimar-Ancône AirfieldSmall Airport
Nîmes Courbessac AirfieldSmall Airport
Pierrelatte AirfieldSmall Airport
Plan-de-Dieu-Orange AirfieldSmall Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Remoulins Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruoms AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-en-Royans AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Martin AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Martin-de-Castillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon AirfieldSmall Airport
Serres - La Bâtie-Montsaléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Uzès-Belvezet AirfieldSmall Airport
Valréas Visan AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Le Poët-Laval

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Poët-Laval

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Jean
Église de l'Exaltation-de-la-Sainte-Croix
Église Notre-Dame-de-Sénisse
Église Saint-Roch
Temple

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 Le Poët-Laval

What is the population of Le Poët-Laval?

Le Poët-Laval has a population of 891 residents and is located in France. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 12.1 square miles.

Is Le Poët-Laval expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,214, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Le Poët-Laval?

Le Poët-Laval has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Le Poët-Laval?

The job market in Le Poët-Laval faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 53 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Le Poët-Laval?

The median home value in Le Poët-Laval is $124,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $620.

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