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Metz, France
Grand Est · France
Metz is a large city in Grand Est, France with a population of 123,914. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
FHousing
BClimate
| Population | 123,914 |
| Population Density | 7,654 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Coordinates | 49.1191°, 6.1727° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Grand Est |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.2 inches (971 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.8 inches (10 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $22,615 |
About Metz
Metz is a large city in France (Grand Est) with a population of 123,914. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Metz vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $22,615 |
| 70% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.1% |
| 319% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.0% |
| 94% above France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 604 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 286 |
| Healthcare | 62 |
| Retail | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $144,400 |
| 49% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $722 |
| 38% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 29.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 49,566 |
Property Tax
Climate in Metz
Metz has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.3°C), the coldest is Jan (1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 826 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below France avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 16.2 sq mi (41.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,654/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.1191°N, 6.1727°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (127 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Metz has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 37°F in February to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").
Schools in Metz
39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle Queuleu Les Petits Poucets | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Sainte-Ségolène Debussy | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Metz-Arsenal | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Georges de La Tour | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Auguste Prost | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle du Cavalier Bleu | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle du Cavalier Bleu | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire spécialisée Saint-Eucaire | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Barbot | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Plantières l'Île aux enfants | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Taison | - | - | - | - |
| Institution de La Salle | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire publique de Plantières | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Camille Hilaire | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Les Roitelets | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Philippe de Vigneulles | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Jean Burger | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Saint-Martin | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire d'application Hoffmann | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Saint-Maximin | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Saint-Vincent Les Isles | - | - | - | - |
| École Technique privée ISCT | - | - | - | - |
| Section d'Enseignement Général et Professionnel Adapté du Collège Philippe de Vigneulles | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Fort de Queuleu Le Pigeonnier | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire privée Nathanel Israélite | - | - | - | - |
| École secondaire privée de l'association Rabbi Guershon | - | - | - | - |
| École privée Esthétique Coiffure | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Saint-Eucaire | - | - | - | - |
| École Européenne Publique | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Rabbi Guershon | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Bellecroix Le Pré Vert | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Les Isles | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée général et technologique Fabert | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée technologique privé Anne de Méjanes | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire spécialisée Fort Moselle Quatre Saisons | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée général et technologique Georges de La Tour | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Notre-Dame | - | - | - | - |
| École De-La-Salle | - | - | - | - |
| Ensemble scolaire Saint-Étienne | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Metz
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Dance Radio (LU) | dance, dj | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Made in 80 | 1980s hits, 80's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RTL Gold (LU) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| MATHIS FM | pop rock hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| AAAudio (LU) | ambient, downtempo | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| Radio Puls Luxembourg (LU) | folk, serbian | MP3 | |
| Radio Gutt Laun (LU) | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| PINK (BE) | pop, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Groovetime (LU) | acid jazz, funk | OGG | |
| Rádio Larochette (LU) | pop rock popular | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RTL Schlagerliebe (LU) | - | MP3 | |
| Direct FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Graffiti | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| France Bleu Lorraine Nord | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LORFM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radijacija (LU) | indie | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio FAJET | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Metz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archéosite Celte | ||||
| Association Ascomemo | ||||
| CENTRE DE DOCUMENTATION + MUSEE « MOSELLE EN GUERRE 1939-45 » (ASCOMEMO) | ||||
| Centre Pompidou-Metz | ||||
| Donation Amilcar Zannoni | ||||
| FRAC Lorraine | ||||
| Gros ouvrage A19 Hackenberg | ||||
| L'Oeuvre de Jaumont | ||||
| Maison d'Information | ||||
| Maison de la Terre de Gorze | ||||
| Maison Natale de Verlaine | ||||
| Moulin de Buding | ||||
| Musée au fil du papier | ||||
| Musée de la Cour d'Or | ||||
| Musée de la guerre de 1870 | ||||
| Musée de la Tuile Paul Mangin | ||||
| Musée des Mines de Fer de Neufchef | ||||
| Musée Walygator Parc | ||||
| Parc du Haut-Fourneau U4 | ||||
| Robert Schuman's House | ||||
| Tour aux Puces | ||||
| Trésor de la Cathédrale |
Libraries in Metz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de Bellecroix | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Magny | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque pour Tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire Bridoux | 0.0 | |||||
| CDI | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de documentation et d'information | 0.0 | |||||
| Église Saint-Hubert | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace liberté | 0.0 | |||||
| L'Arob@se | 0.0 | |||||
| La Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| La Boussole | 0.0 | |||||
| Le Bateau Livre | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque 507 | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque communautaire Jean Jaurès | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de l'Agora | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque du Phénix | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque du Sablon | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Georges Brassens | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Jean Morette | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Jean-François Clervoy | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque L'Ancienne Église | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque La Pléiade | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Les Forges | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Verlaine | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Victor Madelaine Nilvange | 0.0 | |||||
| Puzzle | 0.0 | |||||
| Triothèque | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Metz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Patrotte | |||||
| Marché alimentaire de Thionville | |||||
| Marché Auguste Fosselle | |||||
| Marché avenue de Nancy | |||||
| Marché central | |||||
| Marché central BIO | |||||
| Marché couvert | |||||
| Marché Couvert | |||||
| Marché de la Seille | |||||
| Marché du Sablon | |||||
| Marche place Philippe de Vigneulles | |||||
| Marché square Mangin | |||||
| Place de l'Hôtel de Ville | |||||
| Place Jean Burger |
Hotels in Metz
25 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Metz
49 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Metz
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Metz
7 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Metz
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Metz
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Metz
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Metz
20 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Metz
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Metz
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Metz
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Metz
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Metz
32 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Metz
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Metz
16 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Metz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de Clémery | ||||
| Brasserie La Taverne Amnéville | ||||
| Brasserie La Tuilerie | ||||
| La Bière de Metz | ||||
| Les Brasseurs de Lorraine |
Stadiums & Teams in Metz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Metz
47 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Luxembourg-Findel International Airport | LUX | Large Airport |
| Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport | ETZ | Medium Airport |
| Nancy-Essey Airport | ENC | Medium Airport |
| Nancy-Ochey (BA 133) Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Verdun-Le Rozelier Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Alzing Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arlon-Sterpenich Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bambi Air Club | - | Small Airport |
| Billy-sous-Mangiennes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cann'Air ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Cappel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chambley airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chassey-Beaupré Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corniéville Geville Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dieuze-Guéblange Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dillingen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Doncourt-lès-Conflans Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ernzen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Folschviller Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Geville Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Couronné Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hargarten UL | - | Small Airport |
| Herbéviller Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hoeville Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Konz-Könen Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| La Bertaucourt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lalœuf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Longuyon Villette Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lunéville-Croismare Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Micheville-Villerupt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mont sur Meurthe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mosailes en Moselle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nancy Azelot Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nancy-Malzéville Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neumagen-Dhron Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pont-Saint-Vincent Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rémeling UL | - | Small Airport |
| Saarlouis-Düren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Avold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saulnois Ultralight Aeroclub | - | Small Airport |
| Trier-Föhren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Useldange Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Villerupt Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Zeurange ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Zoufftgen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Metz
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| La Poste | |
| La Poste - Metz Petit Paris | |
| La Poste de Metz Queuleu | |
| La Poste Pro | |
| Relais La Poste |
Treatment Centers in Metz
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Établissement de réadaptation fonctionnelle |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Metz
4 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Cimetière militaire allemand de Pierrepont | ||
| Nécropole nationale Pierrepont | ||
| Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy | ||
| World War I St. Mihiel American Cemetery and Memorial |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Metz
32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 20 - Chapelle Legouest | |
| Basilique Saint-Vincent | |
| Cathédrale Saint-Étienne | |
| Centre de Méditation Kadampa | |
| Chapelle de la Miséricorde | |
| Chapelle des Sœurs de la Charité-Maternelle | |
| Chapelle des Templiers | |
| Chapelle du Perpétuel-Secours | |
| Chapelle Saint-Charles-Borromée | |
| Chapelle Saint-Dominique | |
| Chapelle Sainte-Blandine | |
| Chapelle Sainte-Chrétienne | |
| Chapelle Sainte-Constance | |
| Église de Jésus-Christ des saints des derniers jours | |
| Église de l'Immaculée Conception | |
| Église de la Confession d'Augsbourg | |
| Église des Trinitaires | |
| Église Notre-Dame | |
| Église Saint-Clément | |
| Église Saint-Eucaire |
Quick Facts
Around Metz
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Metz
120 places within 15 km
- • Aqueduc gallo-romain souterrain
- • Aqueduc gallo-romain souterrain
- • Collecteur de l'aqueduc
- • La Pierre qui tourne
- • Mont Saint-Germain
- + 2 more
- • Woippy Plage
- • Ancien château Lasalle
- • Ancien palais abbatial
- • Château
- • Château d'Aubigny
- • Château de Chahury
- + 11 more
- • Diaclase d'Horimont
- • Grotte du Marteau
- • Grotte Louis Pister
- • La grotte de la Fliegen Maus
- • Fort
- • Fort Champagne
- • Fort de Lauvallières
- • Fort de Marival
- • Fort de Plappeville
- + 29 more
- • Butte Charles Quint
- • Côte de Drince 403m
- • Haut de Bouton
- • Haut de Chailly
- • Haut de Guénot
- + 12 more
- • Abri
- • Ancien moulin de Belletanche
- • Bassin de décantation
- • Batterie
- • Batterie (ruine)
- + 36 more
🇫🇷 About France
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Metz
Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Metz
What is the population of Metz?
Metz has a population of 123,914 residents and is located in France. The population density is 7,654 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles.
Is Metz expensive to live in?
The median household income is $22,615, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $144,400 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $722 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Metz?
Metz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Metz?
The job market in Metz faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 604 business establishments in the area, including 286 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Metz?
The median home value in Metz is $144,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $722.