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Massieu, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Massieu is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 752. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
752 Population 116/sq mi density
1,526 ft Elevation 465 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,600 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,600 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $625/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population752
Density116/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$26,600
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$125,000
Rent$625
Housing Units301
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Population752
Population Density116 / sq mi
Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Coordinates45.4399°, 5.5979°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$26,600

About Massieu

Massieu is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 752. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet (465 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Massieu is $26,600, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (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 45 business establishments.

Income: Massieu vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,600
65% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)45

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Massieu is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 301 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 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units301

Property Tax

Massieu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 269 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 45.4 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below France avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,526 ft (465 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates45.4399°N, 5.5979°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"
19% above France avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,052 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 147 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 128 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 107 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 87 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 70 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 62 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 137 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 142 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 70 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 145 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 69 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 130 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 41 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 138 km
May 14, 2004 0 km SSE of Chiusa di San Michele, Italy M4.2 141 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 56 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 111 km
Feb 27, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 136 km
May 16, 2023 16 km W of Pleyne, Italy M4.1 137 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 85 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 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.1 in
February 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
May 56°F (14°C) 4.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.4 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in
November 42°F (5°C) 4.1 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in Coldest

Massieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 37°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Massieu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Campus Grenoble 90.8 MP3
Alpes 1 Grenoble MP3 128 kbps
Max Radio Grenoble dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Radio RKS local, local radio AAC 128 kbps
Radio Campus Grenoble MP3
Radio New's FM MP3 192 kbps
All Piano Radio classical, classical piano MP3 128 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Fontaine chansons françaises OGG 128 kbps
Radio Italienne de Grenoble MP3 128 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) AAC 64 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse MP3
Radio Grésivaudan local news, local radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Massieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bastille art center
Caves de Chartreuse
Espace historique
Espace muséographique de l'OSUG
La Casemate
La Grange Dimière
Le Grand Séchoir
Le Repaire Louis Mandrin
Maison d'Izieu, mémorial des enfants juifs exterminés
Maison du Docteur Gagnon
Maison Ravier
Musée
Musée André Moch
Musée Arcabas en Chartreuse
Musée archéologique du lac de Paladru
Musée archéologique Saint-Laurent
Musée Dauphinois
Musée de Grenoble
Musée de l'Ancien Évêché
Musée de la Ganterie
Musée de la Grande Chartreuse
Musée de la Machine à Bois
Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation de l'Isère
Musée des sciences médicales
Musée des Tisserands
Musée des troupes de montagne
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Hébert
Musée Lac et Nature
Musée Lac et Nature
Musée Mainssieux
Museo Galletti
Museum of the wooden-sole galosh

Libraries in Massieu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque associative BPT0.0
Bibliothèque Centre-Ville0.0
Bibliothèque de La Buisse0.0
Bibliothèque de Noyarey0.0
Bibliothèque de Paladru0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Etienne de Crossey0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Martin le Vinoux0.0
Bibliothèque du musée0.0
Bibliothèque du Pin - René Pellat0.0
Bibliothèque Fiancey0.0
Bibliothèque François Gillet - Béalières0.0
Bibliothèque Grenoble International0.0
Bibliothèque Haut-Meylan0.0
Bibliothèque Intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque Jardin de Ville0.0
Bibliothèque l'Orangerie0.0
Bibliothèque Maison Barnave0.0
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 municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Internationale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Le Verbe Être0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Robert Laude0.0
Bibliothèque Pablo Neruda - Grand-Pré0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothèque Simone Lagrange - Mi-Plaine0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire de médecine pharmacie0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire Droit et Lettres0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire Joseph-Fourier0.0
Bulles0.0
Cure0.0
En voyage les livres0.0
Espace Culturel Romagnieu0.0
Espace Michel Brunel - Château de Saint-Ours0.0
Francine Carles0.0
IREM0.0
La Dôme0.0
La Fée Verte0.0
La Sirène0.0
Le Kioske0.0
Les Mots Passant0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Médiathèque Jules Verne0.0
Médiathèque l'Ellipse0.0
Médiathèque La Traversée0.0
Médiathèque Les Abrets en Dauphiné0.0
Médiathèque Les Rondiers0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Paul Éluard0.0
Médiathèque Philippe Vial0.0
Médiathèque Stravinski0.0
Pages & Partage0.0
Salle des Arts0.0

Farmers Markets in Massieu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ferme de la Cassole
Halle Sainte-Claire
Le marché du bourg
Le marché du mercredi après-midi
Marché alimentaire des producteurs Saint-André
Marché de Charavines
Marché de Fures
Marché de la Fontaine
Marché de la Monta
Marché de Prédieu
Marché de Quaix-en-Chartreuse
Marché de Tullins
Marché de Tullins
Marché de Voiron
Marché des Aiguinards
Marché des Buclos
Marché du bourg Sassenage
marché du lundi
Marché Hébert
Marché Les Glériates
Marché Marcel Cachin
Marché Marius Camet
Marché Paysan
Marché Place aux Herbes
Marché Place Sainte-Claire
Place Firmin Gautier
Stalingrad

Breweries in Massieu

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Cuves
Brasserie des Faux Semblables
Brasserie Thetys
Brewhouse
L'écume du Guier
L’Antre 2 Bières
La bonne fabrique (brasserie et atelier bois)
La Dauphine
La Furieuse
La Maiz'

Ski Resorts Near Massieu

49 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 $0
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Les 7 Laux 0.0 $0
Col de Porte 0.0 $0
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 $0
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 $0
Domaine du Barioz 0.0 $0
Stade des Neiges du Barioz 0.0 $0
Col de Marcieu 0.0 $0
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Le Collet d'Allevard 0.0 $0
Le Granier 0.0 $0
Les Entremonts 0.0 $0
Le Corbier 0.0 $0
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 $0
La Féclaz 0.0 $0
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 $0
Le Revard 0.0 $0
Plateau du Revard 0.0 $0
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 $0
Le Semnoz 0.0 $0
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 $0
Terre Ronde 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
La Croisette 0.0 $0
Colline des Bains 0.0 $0
Gresse en Vercors 0.0 $0
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier 0.0 $0
Les Signaraux 0.0 $0
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 $0
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 $0
Les Deux Alpes 0.0 $0
Col d'Ornon 0.0 $0
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 $0
La Grave 0.0 $0
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 $0
Le Chazelet 0.0 $0
Station du Col de Rousset 0.0 $0
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine 0.0 $0
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 $0
Chamrousse 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
Les Sybelles 0.0 $0
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 $0

Airports Near Massieu

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AubenassonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - MeximieuxSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-PaulSmall Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal AirfieldSmall Airport
Altisurface de l'EscoulinSmall Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Base ULM de ChaneinsSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belley-Peyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Chamonet AirfieldSmall Airport
Chanaz AirfieldSmall Airport
Château de Montmeilleur AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Bacchus AirstripSmall Airport
Col de Belledonne AltiportSmall Airport
Col de Sarenne AltiportSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Crête de Brouffiers AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Dôme de la Lauze AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône AirfieldSmall Airport
Frontonas AirfieldSmall Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Glacier Lombard AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Grand Champ AirfieldSmall Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud AirfieldSmall Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Tour-de-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranclière Private AirstripSmall Airport
Lavours AirfieldSmall Airport
Leyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Lumbin AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Corbas AirfieldSmall Airport
Mens AirstripSmall Airport
Mionnay Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Morestel AirfieldSmall Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie AltisurfaceSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Massieu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Sixte
Église Saints-Pierre-et-Paul

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 Massieu

What is the population of Massieu?

Massieu has a population of 752 residents and is located in France. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles.

Is Massieu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,600, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Massieu?

Massieu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Massieu?

The job market in Massieu faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 45 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Massieu?

The median home value in Massieu is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $625.

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