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Le Pontet, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Le Pontet is a small city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 16,182. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
16,182 Population 3,853/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,157 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$21,157 median income, 16.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$132,000 home value, $660/mo rent

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About Le Pontet

Le Pontet

Le Pontet is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in Southeastern France.

People

Population16,182
Density3,853/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$21,157
Unemployment16.3%
Poverty24.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$132,000
Rent$660
Housing Units6,473
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population16,182
Population Density3,853 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates43.9612°, 4.8601°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (594 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$21,157

About Le Pontet

Le Pontet is a small city in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 16,182. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Le Pontet is $21,157, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 971 business establishments.

Income: Le Pontet vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$21,157
72% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.3%
353% above France avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above France avg
Establishments (County)971

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Le Pontet is $132,000, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,473 total housing units in the city. 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,000
53% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% below France avg
Rent Burden29.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,473

Property Tax

Climate in Le Pontet

Le Pontet has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 553 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F -2.9° / 14.7° 21.3
Feb 7.5°C / 46°F -1.3° / 18.4° 30.6
Mar 9.4°C / 49°F -1.4° / 21.7° 37.4
Apr 12.2°C / 54°F 0° / 24.8° 45.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 5.8° / 28.8° 50.2
Jun 22.7°C / 73°F 11.6° / 36.7° 40.2
Jul 26.1°C / 79°F 13.8° / 38.5° 16.4
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 13.8° / 39.5° 22.3
Sep 20.4°C / 69°F 7.7° / 33.3° 63.7
Oct 16°C / 61°F 6.4° / 27° 78.7
Nov 9.4°C / 49°F -1° / 20.9° 80.9
Dec 6.3°C / 43°F -2.4° / 16.1° 65.9
Le Pontet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 322 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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density3,853/sq mi
Coordinates43.9612°N, 4.8601°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.4"
38% below France avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

473 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 3, 2011.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 134 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 53 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 138 km
Oct 3, 1997 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.8 126 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 150 km
Nov 6, 1997 13 km WNW of Barcelonnette, France M3.7 140 km
Nov 24, 1994 9 km WNW of Castellane, France M3.6 124 km
Oct 30, 1998 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.6 77 km
Jan 1, 1993 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.6 60 km
Oct 31, 1997 14 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.6 135 km
Aug 22, 2000 9 km WSW of Castellane, France M3.4 126 km
Sep 11, 1998 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France M3.4 83 km
Jan 28, 1992 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France M3.4 90 km
Apr 19, 1990 14 km ESE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.4 137 km
Jun 27, 1994 11 km NE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.4 136 km
Feb 3, 1999 0 km WNW of Allières-et-Risset, France M3.3 142 km
Mar 5, 1997 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 78 km
May 27, 1998 3 km S of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 77 km
Jun 19, 1991 2 km NNE of Pourrières, France M3.3 86 km
May 22, 1992 7 km SE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.3 68 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 — — 84 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
March 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in

Le Pontet has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Le Pontet

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Marie Curie — — — —
Groupe scolaire de la Barthelasse — — — —
École maternelle Henri Bosco — — — —
École maternelle Louis Pasteur — — — —
Groupe scolaire Jean de La Fontaine — — — —
École maternelle Louis Pergaud — — — —
Collège Gérard Philipe — — — —
École maternelle Clos des Noyers — — — —
École primaire privée Charles de Foucauld — — — —
École primaire Louis Pergaud — — — —
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Jules Verne — — — —
École élémentaire Louis Pasteur — — — —
Collège Jules Verne — — — —
Lycée René Char — — — —
École maternelle Farfantello — — — —
École primaire Massillargues — — — —
Collège Jean Brunet — — — —
École primaire Jean de La Fontaine — — — —
École maternelle Jean de La Fontaine — — — —
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Radio Stations near Le Pontet

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RTS Nîmes — MP3 128 kbps
Aïoli Radio ambient, autres OGG
Soleil FM — MP3 192 kbps
Friendly Radio — MP3 128 kbps
France Bleu Gard Lozère — MP3 128 kbps
RTS Avignon — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuze france, radio associative MP3 192 kbps
Panoramix Radio Station — MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Le Pontet

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chartreuse Notre-Dame-du-Val-de-Bénédiction
Château de Bosc
Collection Lambert
Espace Rabelais – centre oenotouristique
Fondation Villa Datris
Forum des Patrimoines
Harmas de Jean-Henri Fabre
Hôtel d’Agar
La Filaventure
La Maison du Combattant
Le Grenier à Olives
Maison de Frédéric Mistral
Maison du Costume Comtadin
Maison Jean Vilar
Maison Jean Vilar
Musée aéronautique d'Orange
Musée Albert-André
Musée Angladon
Musée Auguste Chabaud
Musée Auguste Jacquet
Musée Calvet
Musée comtadin du Cycle
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée d’art et d’histoire
Musée de l'Œuvre
Musée de la B.A 115
Musée de la résistance
Musée de la Vieille École
Musée des Alpilles
Musée des outils agraires et des traditions
Musée des Santons
Musée des Traditions Comtadines
Musée du jouet
Musée du Palais des Papes
Musée du Petit Palais
Musée du tissu Souleïado
Musée du Vin
Musée Estrine - Présence Van Gogh
Musée Jean Moulin "Souvenir de mon pays"
Musée juif comtadin
Musée lapidaire
Musée Lapidaire
Musée Lichtner-Aix
Musée Louis Vouland
Musée Maurice Pezet
Musée mémoire de la Nationale 7
Musée municipal de la Vignasse
Musée Pierre Salinger
Musée Pierre-de-Luxembourg
Musée Sobirats
Musée Témoignage et Patrimoine
Musée Urgonia
Musée Yves Brayer
Museum Requien
Naturoptère
Palais du Roure
Pommer Public Bath museum
Pont Saint-Bénezet
Visiatome

Libraries in Le Pontet

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives municipales0.0
Archives municipales de Cavaillon0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque 1000 feuilles0.0
Bibliothèque Agroparc0.0
Bibliothèque associative0.0
Bibliothèque Atout lire0.0
Bibliothèque d'Orsan0.0
Bibliothèque de Sablet0.0
Bibliothèque Joseph Roumanille0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Rochefort-du-Gard0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Saint Saturnin lès Avignon0.0
Bibliothèque municipale du Pontet0.0
Bibliothèque municipale La Source0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Pierre Boulle0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Chamand0.0
Bibliothèque Takaya0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Champfleury0.0
CIO d'Orange0.0
Gigondas0.0
Issidore Rollande0.0
L'Oustau di Libre0.0
La Couleur des Mots0.0
Les mots clés0.0
Lilec0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Amédée de Pontbriand0.0
Médiathèque Benjamin Priaulet0.0
Médiathèque Ceccano0.0
Médiathèque de Caumont0.0
Médiathèque de Graveson0.0
Médiathèque de Saze0.0
Médiathèque Jean Ferrat0.0
Médiathèque Jean Tortel0.0
Médiathèque La Durance0.0
Médiathèque Léon-Alègre0.0
Médiathèque Les Mûriers0.0
Médiathèque Marc Alyn0.0
Médiathèque Marc Mielly0.0
Médiathéque Municipale0.0
Médiathèque Pierre Beynet0.0
Médiathèque Renaud-Barrault0.0
Médiathèque Saint-Pons0.0
Médiathèque Varadier d'Estourmel0.0
Paul & Alice Cluchier0.0

Farmers Markets in Le Pontet

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ch'tiot poulet
Fruits & Légumes
Halles d'Avignon
Le marché des producteurs
Le Planet
Marché
Marché
Marché agricole
Marché aux primeurs
Marché aux puces de Bonpas
Marché d'Aubignan
Marché d'Intérêt National de Cavaillon
Marché de Montclar-Avignon
Marché de Montfavet
Marché de Rognonas
Marché de Sorgues
Marché de Velleron
Marché des Producteurs
Marché du dimanche
Marché du jeudi
Marché du jeudi matin
Marché du samedi matin
Marché hebdomadaire du mercredi matin
Marché horticole
Place de la glacière
Place de la Juiverie
Place de la liberté
Place de la République
Place des frères Brun, architectes
Place du marché
Place Ferdinand Buisson
Place Nationale
Place Xavier Battini
Square des Maréchaux

Hotels in Le Pontet

12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1770
Acotel Confort
Auberge de Cassagne & Spa
B&B Hotel
B&B Hôtel Avignon 2
City hôtel
Domaine de Rhodes
Hôtel Ibis Budget Avignon Nord
Hôtel Terre de Provence
Ibis Budget Avignon Nord
Première Classe
Residella house

Cafes in Le Pontet

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

L'Arbre à Café
Le 2 C
pause dessert
Salon de Thé

Cinemas in Le Pontet

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Capitole Studios

Theatres in Le Pontet

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auditorium du Pontet

Castles in Le Pontet

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Fargues

Clinics in Le Pontet

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #710887191

Veterinaries in Le Pontet

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique vétérinaire du Pigeonnier

Bus Stations in Le Pontet

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Pontet Le Lac

Gas Stations in Le Pontet

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auchan
FR #96498244
Relais Total de l'Oseraie
Station U
Total Access
TotalEnergies (Access) - Relais du Pontet

Banks in Le Pontet

10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque Chaix
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel
LCL
Société Générale

Shopping Malls in Le Pontet

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre Commercial du Pont des 2 Eaux

Gyms in Le Pontet

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basic-Fit

Breweries in Le Pontet

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bière la Machotte
Brasserie Ameno
Brasserie artisanale du mont Ventoux

Stadiums & Teams in Le Pontet

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Le Pontet

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station du Mont Serein 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Le Pontet

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Marseille Provence AirportMRSLarge Airport
Aérodrome d'Alès Cévennes—Medium Airport
Aubenas-South Ardèche AirportOBSMedium Airport
Avignon Caumont airportAVNMedium Airport
Istres-Le Tubé Air Base—Medium Airport
Nîmes-Arles-Camargue AirportFNIMedium Airport
Orange-Caritat (BA 115) Air Base—Medium Airport
Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base—Medium Airport
Aérodrome d'Aubenasson—Small Airport
Aérodrome d'Eyguières—Small Airport
Aix Les Milles airport—Small Airport
Aix-en-Provence Paramotor Field—Small Airport
Altiport de La Motte Chalancon—Small Airport
Altisurface de Faucon—Small Airport
Avignon-Pujaut Airfield—Small Airport
Berre-la-Fare Airfield—Small Airport
Coustellet Airfield—Small Airport
Edgar Soumille Airfield—Small Airport
Le Grand Plantier Airfield—Small Airport
Le Mazet De Romanin Airfield—Small Airport
Montélimar-Ancône Airfield—Small Airport
Nîmes Courbessac Airfield—Small Airport
Pierrelatte Airfield—Small Airport
Plan-de-Dieu-Orange Airfield—Small Airport
Remoulins Private Airfield—Small Airport
Rouveirolle Airfield—Small Airport
Ruoms Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Victor Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Martin Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Martin-de-Castillon Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Suffren Private Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Uzès-Belvezet Airfield—Small Airport
Valréas Visan Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Le Pontet

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
La Poste - Centre de Tri
Le Pontet

Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Pontet

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Centre Évangélique libre protestant
Église Notre-Dame de la Paix
Église Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Église Saint-Joseph
Mosquée
Notre-Dame de Bon Secours

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 Pontet

What is the population of Le Pontet?

Le Pontet has a population of 16,182 residents and is located in France. The population density is 3,853 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles.

Is Le Pontet expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,157, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $132,000 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Le Pontet?

Le Pontet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Le Pontet?

The job market in Le Pontet faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 971 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Le Pontet?

The median home value in Le Pontet is $132,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $660.

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