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Leyrieu, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Leyrieu is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 694. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
694 Population 293/sq mi density
758 ft Elevation 231 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
65.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,860 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$26,860 median income, 6.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$140,400 home value, $702/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population694
Density293/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,860
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,400
Rent$702
Housing Units278
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain65.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Population694
Population Density293 / sq mi
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Coordinates45.7600°, 5.2563°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation65.8 inches (1,670 mm)
Annual Snowfall40.0 inches (102 cm)
Median Household Income$26,860

About Leyrieu

Leyrieu is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 694. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Leyrieu is $26,860, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (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 42 business establishments.

Income: Leyrieu vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,860
64% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Leyrieu is $140,400, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $702 (40% below the national average of $1,163). There are 278 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 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,400
50% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$702
40% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units278

Property Tax

Climate in Leyrieu

Leyrieu has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.1°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 868 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F 1.1° / 6.7° 54.4
Feb 5°C / 41°F 1.4° / 8.5° 47.2
Mar 8.8°C / 48°F 4.3° / 13.4° 54.3
Apr 12.2°C / 54°F 7.3° / 17° 71.7
May 16.1°C / 61°F 11.2° / 21° 84.2
Jun 20°C / 68°F 14.8° / 25.1° 70.5
Jul 22.1°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.5° 67.5
Aug 22°C / 72°F 16.5° / 27.4° 71.7
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.6° 89.0
Oct 13.5°C / 56°F 9.6° / 17.4° 101.7
Nov 7.9°C / 46°F 4.8° / 11° 91.0
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 1.9° / 7.3° 64.9
Leyrieu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 275 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 65.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 40.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below France avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates45.7600°N, 5.2563°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.8"
73% above France avg
Snowfall 40.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 80 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 63 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 89 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 128 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 64 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 102 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 81 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 103 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 24 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 127 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 31 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 117 km
Feb 17, 2008 8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy M4.0 149 km
Feb 25, 2001 2 km W of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 144 km
Feb 23, 2001 2 km E of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 148 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 122 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 20 km
Apr 10, 2005 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M3.8 111 km
Oct 1, 2016 12 km ESE of Samoëns, France M3.8 129 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 34 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 — — 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (177 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 38°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Leyrieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 33°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Leyrieu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire — — — —
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Radio Stations near Leyrieu

45 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jazz Radio jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Radio Classic Jazz classical, jazz MP3 128 kbps
MRADIO FRANCE — AAC+ 64 kbps
RadioCanut — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO — MP3 128 kbps
8Beats — MP3
Laurent DINE IGLESIAS dance, electro MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canut eclectic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Reggae Arte radio reggae MP3 128 kbps
Radio Scoop Powerdance dance AAC+ 64 kbps
Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Générations Lyon french, french music MP3 128 kbps
Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
LYL Radio independent, music MP3 192 kbps
radio béguin electro, funk MP3 192 kbps
Radio Metal metal MP3 320 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station — MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues — AAC+ 64 kbps
Allzic Radio Zen calm, relax MP3 128 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Tonic radio — MP3 128 kbps
Les enfants du Rhône — MP3 128 kbps
AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge — AAC+ 64 kbps
Jazz Radio (CH) — MP3 128 kbps
RCF Lyon christian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Scoop Bourg — MP3 128 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) — AAC 64 kbps
Virage radio Légende du rock — MP3 128 kbps
JAZZ RADIO - Jazz & Classique — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO METAL — MP3 128 kbps
Lyon Demain france, local news MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE METAL — MP3 128 kbps
Virgin Radio Rock Party — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE METAL — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK FR — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE 80 — MP3 128 kbps
PROJET XY — MP3
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE Radio Rock Français — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pluriel — MP3 320 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse — MP3

Museums in Leyrieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apothicairerie de Montluel
Château des Allymes
Conservatoire de la Fondation Berliet
La Grange Chevrotière
Maison de la Photographie
Maison de la Pierre et du Ciment
Maison Ravier
Minéralogica
Missions 2070
Musée
Musée d'art et d'histoire locale de Montluel
Musée de Bourgoin-Jallieu
Musée de la Lauze
Musée de la vie rurale
Musée de la vigne de Vaux-en-Bugey
Musée des traditions bugistes
Musée du Cheminot
Musée du Vieux Pérouges
Musee Tour De Guet
Musée-galerie Clauorum
Musée-Maison du Patrimoine
Patrimoine, culture et traditions

Libraries in Leyrieu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Beligneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Chavanoz0.0
Bibliothèque de Four0.0
Bibliothèque de Jameyzieu0.0
Bibliothèque de la Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaulx-Milieu0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaux-en-Bugey0.0
Bibliothèque des Fougères0.0
Bibliothèque des Roches0.0
Bibliothèque Georges Bazin0.0
Bibliothèque municipal de La Boisse0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Crémieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Montagnieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale La Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale La ronde des livres0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Paul Claudel0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Pierre Gamache0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediatheque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Agnès Varda0.0
Médiathèque André Malraux0.0
Médiathèque Claudie Gallay0.0
Médiathèque d'Heyrieux0.0
Médiathèque de Bourgoin-Jallieu0.0
Médiathèque de Chalamont0.0
Médiathèque de Champfleuri0.0
Médiathèque de Diémoz0.0
Médiathèque de Ruy-Montceau0.0
Médiathèque de Villefontaine0.0
Médiathèque des collines0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque et Ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque La Grenette0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Satolas-et-Bonce0.0

Farmers Markets in Leyrieu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ferme de la Cassole
Marché
Marché de producteurs locaux

Castles in Leyrieu

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Verna

Breweries in Leyrieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie "Le Berliet"
Brasserie des Faux Semblables
Brasserie des Ursulines
Brasserie Malt Emoi
Brasserie Thetys

Stadiums & Teams in Leyrieu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Leyrieu

21 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Col de Porte 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Menthières 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Terre Ronde 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Entremonts 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Le Granier 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col de Marcieu 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Colline des Bains 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Coulmes 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Méaudre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chamrousse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Leyrieu

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)—Medium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Mâcon-Charnay Airfield—Medium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul—Small Airport
Altisurface de la Jasserie—Small Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Assieu Paramotor Airfield—Small Airport
Base ULM d'Izenave—Small Airport
Base ULM de Chaneins—Small Airport
Base ULM de Polliat—Small Airport
Base ULM de Val-Revermont—Small Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield—Small Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield—Small Airport
Belley-Peyrieu Airfield—Small Airport
Bibost Airfield—Small Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield—Small Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield—Small Airport
Chamonet Airfield—Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield—Small Airport
Col de Belledonne Altiport—Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield—Small Airport
Corlier Altiport—Small Airport
Cret de Montieux Airfield—Small Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface—Small Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield—Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield—Small Airport
Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Grand Champ Airfield—Small Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud Airfield—Small Airport
La Tour-de-Pin Airfield—Small Airport
La Tranclière Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Lavours Airfield—Small Airport
Le Parasoir Airfield—Small Airport
Leyrieu Airfield—Small Airport
Lumbin Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Brindas Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield—Small Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Montaud Airfield—Small Airport
Morestel Airfield—Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface—Small Airport
Peronne - Moulin Chevraut Airfield—Small Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier Airfield—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Leyrieu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette
Église Saint-Jean-l'Évangéliste

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 Leyrieu

What is the population of Leyrieu?

Leyrieu has a population of 694 residents and is located in France. The population density is 293 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.

Is Leyrieu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,860, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,400 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $702 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Leyrieu?

Leyrieu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.8 inches, with 40.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Leyrieu?

The unemployment rate in Leyrieu is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 42 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Leyrieu?

The median home value in Leyrieu is $140,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $702.

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