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Metzeral, France

Grand Est · France

Metzeral is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 1,109. Elevation: 1,578 ft (481 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,109 Population 94/sq mi density
1,578 ft Elevation 481 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
57.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,542 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,542 median income, 10.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$105,000 home value, $525/mo rent

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About Metzeral

Metzeral

Metzeral is a commune in the Haut-Rhin department in Grand Est in north-eastern France. The commune is located in the historical and cultural region of Alsace.

People

Population1,109
Density94/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$25,542
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$105,000
Rent$525
Housing Units444
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation1,578 ft (481 m)
Population1,109
Population Density94 / sq mi
Elevation1,578 ft (481 m)
Coordinates48.0122°, 7.0709°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceGrand Est
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation57.3 inches (1,456 mm)
Annual Snowfall58.9 inches (150 cm)
Median Household Income$25,542

About Metzeral

Metzeral is a small town in France (Grand Est) with a population of 1,109. The city sits at an elevation of 1,578 feet (481 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Metzeral is $25,542, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (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 67 business establishments.

Income: Metzeral vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,542
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Metzeral is $105,000, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 444 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 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units444

Property Tax

Metzeral experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 58.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,578 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below France avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,578 ft (481 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates48.0122°N, 7.0709°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.3"
51% above France avg
Snowfall 58.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.12"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.58"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

866 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M3.5 on Jun 27, 2024.

Feb 22, 2003 4 km W of Rambervillers, France M5.0 52 km
Mar 22, 2003 2 km WSW of Albstadt, Germany M4.7 145 km
Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 129 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 73 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 102 km
Jun 28, 2004 2 km NNW of Brugg, Switzerland M4.2 102 km
May 14, 1999 9 km NW of Brienz, Switzerland M4.2 149 km
Jun 21, 2001 Germany M4.2 127 km
Dec 30, 1992 2 km SW of Ühlingen-Birkendorf, Germany M4.2 97 km
May 20, 1999 4 km SSE of Plaffeien, Switzerland M4.2 147 km
Feb 11, 2012 2 km WNW of Unterägeri, Switzerland M4.2 147 km
May 12, 2005 1 km NW of Oensingen, Switzerland M4.2 92 km
Sep 17, 1995 0 km ESE of Corminboeuf, Switzerland M4.1 134 km
Oct 7, 1995 1 km SSE of Grolley, Switzerland M4.1 132 km
Jun 26, 2021 2 km SE of Hœrdt, France M4.1 92 km
Jun 21, 2004 1 km WSW of Frenkendorf, Switzerland M4.1 74 km
Jul 9, 2022 2 km NNE of Grosselfingen, Germany M4.0 141 km
Nov 17, 1997 2 km ENE of Blotzheim, France M4.0 56 km
Aug 19, 2007 1 km SE of Rambervillers, France M3.9 48 km
Feb 24, 2003 9 km NNE of Levier, France M3.9 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 3.7 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.7 in
December 33°F (0°C) 5.1 in Wettest

Metzeral has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 32°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and April the driest (3.6").

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Radio Stations near Metzeral

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Puls Radio - Trance electronic, trance MP3 192 kbps
Phare FM Worship chrétien MP3 128 kbps
Magnum Haute Vosges MP3 128 kbps
Radio Belle Vue MP3 256 kbps
Radio X Basel (OGG Stream) (CH) OGG 2000 kbps
Phare FM Louange MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Metzeral

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Château de Bucheneck
Écomusée d'Alsace
Ecomusée Textile
Espace Musées en Val d'Argent
Fondation François Schneider
Hand pimp fire engine
Hartmannswillerkopf Franco-German Historial
Haut-Fer de Brouaumont
L'Ambulance Alpine
L'Aventure des Mines
La maison de l'ouvrier-paysan
La Maison du Fromage
Le Haut-Fer de Ban-de-Laveline
Le Musée d’Art religieux
Le Musée des Amis de Thann
Les Mille et Une Racines
Maison Albert Schweitzer
Musée de l'Histoire
Musée de la mine et de la potasse
Musée de la Porte de Thann
Musée de la Schlitte et des Métiers du Bois
Musée des Démineurs
Musée des Eaux de Vie
Musée des Métiers du Bois
Musée des Mines d'Argent de la Croix
Musée du Baillage
Musée du Docteur Albert Schweitzer
Musée du Dolder
Musée du Pays Welche
Musée du Textile des Vosges
Musée du Val d'Orbey
Musée du Val d'Orbey
Musée du Vignoble et des Vins d'Alsace
Musée Faune Lorraine
Musée Hansi
Musee Historique de Kaysersberg
Musée Mémorial des Combats de la Poche de Colmar
Musée Mémorial Le Linge 1914-1918
Musée Serret
Musée Théodore Deck
Nef des Jouets
Pompe à bras incendie
Salle de Classe Musée
Scierie du Lançoir
Tour des Voleurs et Maison de Vigneron
Vivarium du Moulin

Libraries in Metzeral

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Escal'0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Cernay0.0
Médiathèque de Guebwiller0.0
Médiathèque de la Vallée de Kaysersberg0.0
Médiathèque de la Vallée de Munster0.0
Médiathèque de Thann0.0
Médiathèque du Tilleul0.0
Médiathèque Saint-Nicolas0.0
Pôle culturel0.0
Veterbiblio0.0

Farmers Markets in Metzeral

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Au terroir des Bohos
Foire aux lapins. Marché Fermier
Marché Artisanal de Bussang
Marché Couvert
Marché d'Anould
Marché de la Bresse
Marché des artisans de Gérardmer
Marché des Producteurs Bio et Artisans Locaux
Marché Hebdomadaire de Corcieux
Marché Hebdomadaire de Fraize
Marché Hebdomadaire de Gérardmer
Marché montagnard
Place du Marché

Hotels in Metzeral

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auberge Hôtel Restaurant Le Pied du Hohneck
Aux Deux Clefs
Hôtel Restaurant Bar Valneige

Train Stations in Metzeral

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Breweries in Metzeral

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de Munster TAAL
Brasserie du Marcaire
Brasserie du Pays Welche
Brasserie du Vallon
Brasserie du Vignoble
Brasserie La Bourlingueuse
Cabrio
La Gérômoise
Timothy's Le Brasseur du Pape

Stadiums & Teams in Metzeral

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Ski Resorts Near Metzeral

21 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
La Bresse Brabant 0.0 $0
Le Champ du Feu 0.0 $0
Lac Blanc 0.0 $0
Valtin 0.0 $0
Xonrupt - Le Poli 0.0 $0
La Schlucht 0.0 $0
Site Nordique des Trois Fours 0.0 $0
Gérardmer 0.0 $0
La Bresse - Lispach 0.0 $0
Gaschney 360 0.0 $0
La Bresse - Hohneck 0.0 $0
Langenbruck 0.0 $0
Station de ski du Schnepfenried 0.0 $0
Snowkite Markstein 0.0 $0
Station du Markstein 0.0 $0
Ventron 0.0 $0
Bussang Larcenaire 0.0 $0
Rouge Gazon 0.0 $0
Ballon d'Alsace 0.0 $0
La Planche des Belles Filles 0.0 $0
Hohe Winde – Beinwil 0.0 $0

Airports Near Metzeral

38 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–FreiburgBSLLarge Airport
Strasbourg AirportSXBLarge Airport
Colmar Houssen airportCMRMedium Airport
Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air BaseMedium Airport
Montbéliard-Courcelles AirfieldMedium Airport
Adventure Paramoteur Alsace AirfieldSmall Airport
Albé-Val de Villé AirfieldSmall Airport
Belfort Chaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Bremgarten AirfieldSmall Airport
Bressaucourt AirfieldSmall Airport
Dittingen AirfieldSmall Airport
Dropt AltiSurfaceSmall Airport
Ebersheim Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Envol Ultralight Airfield AlsaceSmall Airport
Épinal Dogneville AirfieldSmall Airport
Fontaine-lès-Clerval Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Herbéviller AirfieldSmall Airport
Herten-Rheinfelden AirfieldSmall Airport
Hoeville AirfieldSmall Airport
Kogenheim Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tête Des Champs AltiportSmall Airport
Lanans AirfieldSmall Airport
Langatte Aéro Passion AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Cigognes d'Epfig Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Lunéville-Croismare AirfieldSmall Airport
Masevaux AirfieldSmall Airport
Mont sur Meurthe AirfieldSmall Airport
Mulhouse-Habsheim AirfieldSmall Airport
Müllheim AirfieldSmall Airport
Ramonchamp Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Dié-Remomeix AirfieldSmall Airport
Sarrebourg Buhl AirfieldSmall Airport
Saulnot AirfieldSmall Airport
Saverne Steinbourg AirfieldSmall Airport
Soppe AirfieldSmall Airport
Strasbourg Neuhof AirfieldSmall Airport
Trois Forêts Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Vieux-Ferrette AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Metzeral

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Metzeral

Churches & Religious Organizations in Metzeral

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de l'Immaculée Conception
Église Saint-Blaise
Grotte de Lourdes
Temple protestant Saint-Blaise

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Metzeral

What is the population of Metzeral?

Metzeral has a population of 1,109 residents and is located in France. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 square miles.

Is Metzeral expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,542, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,000 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Metzeral?

Metzeral has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches, with 58.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Metzeral?

The job market in Metzeral faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Metzeral?

The median home value in Metzeral is $105,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $525.

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