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Lézan, France

Occitanie · France

Lézan is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 1,073. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,073 Population 141/sq mi density
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
26.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,276 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,276 median income, 19.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$104,400 home value, $522/mo rent

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About Lézan

Lézan

Lézan is a commune in the Gard department in southern France.

People

Population1,073
Density141/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$21,276
Unemployment19.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$104,400
Rent$522
Housing Units429
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Population1,073
Population Density141 / sq mi
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates44.0127°, 4.0505°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation26.0 inches (660 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$21,276

About Lézan

Lézan is a small town in France (Occitanie) with a population of 1,073. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet (132 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Lézan is $21,276, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.5% (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 64 business establishments.

Income: Lézan vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,276
72% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.5%
442% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lézan is $104,400, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $522 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 429 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 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,400
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$522
55% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units429

Property Tax

Climate in Lézan

Lézan has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 751 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.2°C / 45°F 3.1° / 11.2° 64.9
Feb 8.2°C / 47°F 3.4° / 12.9° 39.8
Mar 11.4°C / 53°F 6.1° / 16.6° 44.3
Apr 14°C / 57°F 8.7° / 19.4° 64.4
May 18°C / 64°F 12.5° / 23.5° 58.0
Jun 22.2°C / 72°F 16.2° / 28.1° 43.7
Jul 25°C / 77°F 18.8° / 31.2° 34.3
Aug 24.9°C / 77°F 18.7° / 31.1° 46.6
Sep 20.5°C / 69°F 15° / 26° 110.7
Oct 16.2°C / 61°F 11.7° / 20.7° 90.0
Nov 11°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15° 96.9
Dec 7.7°C / 46°F 3.7° / 11.7° 57.1
Lézan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 299 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 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above France avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates44.0127°N, 4.0505°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.0"
32% below France avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 42 km
Mar 29, 1996 4 km NNE of Leucate, France M3.9 144 km
May 25, 1994 3 km NNE of Lézignan-Corbières, France M3.7 135 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 85 km
Oct 30, 1998 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.6 131 km
Jan 1, 1993 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.6 68 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 142 km
Jan 28, 1992 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France M3.4 124 km
Sep 11, 1998 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France M3.4 136 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 134 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 133 km
Mar 5, 1997 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 132 km
May 27, 1998 3 km S of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 130 km
Jan 14, 1998 1 km E of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 130 km
Jun 19, 1991 2 km NNE of Pourrières, France M3.3 146 km
May 22, 1992 7 km SE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.3 76 km
Oct 22, 1994 14 km E of Gruissan, France M3.2 121 km
Feb 9, 1998 3 km E of Althen-des-Paluds, France M3.2 76 km
Dec 19, 1991 3 km NNW of Palama, France M3.2 130 km
Apr 1, 1993 3 km SSE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.2 131 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 - - 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
March 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
September 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 4.6 in Wettest
November 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
December 44°F (6°C) 2.6 in

Lézan has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Lézan

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire - - - -
École maternelle et élémentaire - - - -
École élémentaire - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lézan

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Escapades - MP3 128 kbps
RTS Nîmes - MP3 128 kbps
Boombox Radio eurodance, funk MP3 320 kbps
Pinata electronica, hiphop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Micheline - MP3 256 kbps
Fréquence 7 - MP3 128 kbps
Platine 45 Radio 2000s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
L'Eko - OGG 320 kbps
La Moderne boogaloo, rocksteady OGG 320 kbps
France Bleu Hérault - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Late Night Dream brazilian, funk MP3 192 kbps
France Bleu Gard Lozère - MP3 128 kbps
Clapas Rock rock MP3 128 kbps
Info RC - MP3 128 kbps
Piñata Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
Rayvox alternative / indie, arts MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bartas local, music MP3 224 kbps
Radio Fuze france, radio associative MP3 192 kbps
Divergence FM - MP3 256 kbps
Clapas Chanson chansons françaises MP3 128 kbps
RCF Maguelone Hérault christian MP3 128 kbps
WRCF Radio France - MP3 192 kbps
Clapas Jazz - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Croco electro rock, lounge MP3 128 kbps
Radio FM Plus multicultural MP3 320 kbps
Radio Aviva 00s, 70s MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Lézan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biosphera, centre d'interprétation des vallées cévenoles
Chapelle des Ursulines
Conservatoire de la Fourche
Du système solaire aux galaxies
Halle du Verre
Maison du Boutis
Maison du Mineur
Maison Rouge
Mine Témoin d'Alès
Musée d'Antan
Musée de la Musique
Musée de la Soie
Musée du Colombier
Musée du Désert
Musée du scribe
Pierre André Benoit
Pôle Culturel et Scientifique de Rochebelle
Préhistorama
Vinopanorama

Libraries in Lézan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
armoire à lire0.0
Au fil des Pages0.0
bibliotheque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque "Au bonheur des livres"0.0
Bibliothèque de Claret0.0
Bibliothèque de Corconne0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de la Jasse0.0
Bibliothèque-Médiathèque de Saussines La Forge0.0
Info'kiosque0.0
La Biblio Lézan0.0
La lézarde0.0
La rétive0.0
Library0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet0.0
Médiathèque André Chamson0.0
Médiathèque de Fons0.0
Médiathèque de Rousson0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Christol-lez-Alès0.0
Médiathèque de Sommières0.0
Médiathèque Germinal0.0
Médiathèque Jean Arnal0.0
Médiathèque Joachim Durand0.0
Médiathèque Olympe de Gouges0.0

Farmers Markets in Lézan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Les producteurs au Feliz
Marché Couvert
O P'tit Marché
Place Couverte
Place du Champ de Foire

Castles in Lézan

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Lézan

Breweries in Lézan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Garrigues
Brasserie le Lodge
Brasserie Nova Céleste
La Vieille Gisèle

Stadiums & Teams in Lézan

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Lézan

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski de Prat Peyrot 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station de ski Bleymard Mont Lozère 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Croix de Bauzon 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Lézan

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montpellier-Méditerranée AirportMPLLarge Airport
Aérodrome d'Alès Cévennes-Medium Airport
Aubenas-South Ardèche AirportOBSMedium Airport
Béziers Vias airportBZRMedium Airport
Mende-Brenoux AirfieldMENMedium Airport
Nîmes-Arles-Camargue AirportFNIMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Montpellier - Candillargues-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Martin-de-Londres-Small Airport
Altiport du Bez-Small Airport
Altisurface Notre-Dame-des-Neiges-Abbaye-Small Airport
Avignon-Pujaut Airfield-Small Airport
Campagne Airfield-Small Airport
Florac Ste Enimie Airfield-Small Airport
La Grand'combe Airfield-Small Airport
Langogne-Lespéron Airfield-Small Airport
Le Grand Plantier Airfield-Small Airport
Les champs blancs Airfield-Small Airport
Montélimar-Ancône Airfield-Small Airport
Nîmes Courbessac Airfield-Small Airport
Pierrelatte Airfield-Small Airport
Pignan Airfield-Small Airport
Plaine de Lacan Airfield-Small Airport
Remoulins Private Airfield-Small Airport
Ribennes La Cheminade Airfield-Small Airport
Rouveirolle Airfield-Small Airport
Ruoms Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Drézéry Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Victor Airfield-Small Airport
Sète ULM Airfield-Small Airport
Tornac Airfield-Small Airport
ULM LECROS Airfield-Small Airport
Uzès-Belvezet Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Lézan

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canaules et Argentières
Poste de Lézan

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lézan

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Pierre Saint-Paul
Temple
Temple de Lézan

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 Lézan

What is the population of Lézan?

Lézan has a population of 1,073 residents and is located in France. The population density is 141 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles.

Is Lézan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,276, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,400 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $522 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lézan?

Lézan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lézan?

The job market in Lézan faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lézan?

The median home value in Lézan is $104,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $522.

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