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Messeix, France
Rhône-Alpes · France
Messeix is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,150. Elevation: 2,503 ft (763 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Messeix
Messeix is a commune in the Puy-de-Dôme department in Auvergne in central France.
People
Economy
BHousing
A+Climate
| Population | 1,150 |
| Population Density | 76 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,503 ft (763 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.6170°, 2.5416° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Rhône-Alpes |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.9 inches (836 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.4 inches (6 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $22,853 |
About Messeix
Messeix is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 1,150. The city sits at an elevation of 2,503 feet (763 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Messeix vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $22,853 |
| 70% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 69 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $78,200 |
| 72% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $391 |
| 66% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 460 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below France avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,503 ft (763 m) |
| Area | 15.2 sq mi (39.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6170°N, 2.5416°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 38 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.5 in |
Messeix has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.6") and March the driest (2.0").
Schools in Messeix
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire les 3 Vallées | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Messeix
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jazz Manouche | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Crooner Radio 192/48 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HotmixRadio Sunny | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Messeix
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Grange | ||||
| Maison Garenne | ||||
| Minérail | ||||
| Musée citoyen des arts verriers | ||||
| Musée de l'Ecole Rurale | ||||
| Musée de la Tannerie et du Cuir | ||||
| Musée des Orages et de la Foudre | ||||
| Musée du Pays d'Ussel | ||||
| Musée Georges Pompidou | ||||
| Scénomusée Grange de Julien | ||||
| Scénomusée la Toinette et Julien | ||||
| Scénomusée la Toinette et Julien |
Libraries in Messeix
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de Larodde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Jean-François Marmontel | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| La médiathèque de Lanobre | 0.0 | |||||
| La Parenthèse | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| médiathèque de Liginiac | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque intercommunale Haute-Corrèze | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque L'Oiseau Lyre | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Léon Gerbe | 0.0 | |||||
| Pôle de lecture du Sancy (Médiathèque) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Messeix
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maché Couvert d'Ussel | |||||
| Marché couvert | |||||
| Marché de Producteurs |
Breweries in Messeix
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie des Montagnes | ||||
| L'Artense |
Ski Resorts Near Messeix
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Lioran | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Le Grand Sancy | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chastreix | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Messeix
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airport | CFE | Large Airport |
| Aurillac airport | AUR | Medium Airport |
| Montluçon-Guéret Airport | MCU | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome d'Égletons | - | Small Airport |
| Altisurface de La Taillade | - | Small Airport |
| Ancien aérodrome du gîte de la Ganotte | - | Small Airport |
| Aubiat Sardon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Banelle Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM La Bouble | - | Small Airport |
| Calviac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Charbonnières les Vieilles Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Évaux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Guéret Saint-Laurent Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Issoire-Le Broc Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jayet Gannat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lagarde Enval Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Peuch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Chansèves Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Montluçon-Domérat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pérols sur Vézère Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Peyrelevade Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sailles Saint-Nectaire Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Priest des Champs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Fargeol Les Fougères Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Flour-Coltines Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Gal-sur-Sioule Les Tabarias Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Julien Sancy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thérondels Douzalbats Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ussel-Thalamy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veauce Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Verneugheol Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Verneuil en Bourbonnais | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Messeix
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Messeix |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Messeix
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Sainte-Marie | |
| Église de la Sainte-Trinité | |
| Église Saint-Genès | |
| Église Saint-Pierre |
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What is the population of Messeix?
Messeix has a population of 1,150 residents and is located in France. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 15.2 square miles.
Is Messeix expensive to live in?
The median household income is $22,853, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,200 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $391 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Messeix?
Messeix has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Messeix?
Messeix has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Messeix?
The median home value in Messeix is $78,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $391.