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Modane, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Modane is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 4,086. Elevation: 3,484 ft (1,062 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,086 Population 149/sq mi density
3,484 ft Elevation 1,062 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 1°C
53.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,008 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$24,008 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$125,800 home value, $629/mo rent

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About Modane

Modane

Modane is a railway station located in Modane, Savoie, France. The station was opened on 17 September 1871 and is located on the Culoz–Modane railway. The train services are operated by SNCF.

People

Population4,086
Density149/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,008
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty16.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$125,800
Rent$629
Housing Units1,634
Rent Burden28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation3,484 ft (1,062 m)
Population4,086
Population Density149 / sq mi
Elevation3,484 ft (1,062 m)
Coordinates45.2003°, 6.6687°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature35°F (1°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation53.4 inches (1,356 mm)
Annual Snowfall29.8 inches (76 cm)
Median Household Income$24,008

About Modane

Modane is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 4,086. The city sits at an elevation of 3,484 feet (1,062 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Modane is $24,008, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 245 business establishments.

Income: Modane vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,008
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above France avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above France avg
Establishments (County)245

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Modane is $125,800, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $629 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,634 total housing units in the city. 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,800
55% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$629
46% below France avg
Rent Burden28.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,634

Property Tax

Modane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 29.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,484 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average34.6°F
36% below France avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,484 ft (1,062 m)
Area27.4 sq mi (71.0 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates45.2003°N, 6.6687°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.4"
41% above France avg
Snowfall 29.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.67"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,001 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Aug 21, 2000 1 km WNW of Oviglio, Italy M4.9 147 km
Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 104 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 66 km
Jul 18, 2001 3 km S of Masio, Italy M4.7 142 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 37 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 88 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 105 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 65 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 85 km
Apr 19, 2009 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy M4.5 107 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 79 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 94 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 102 km
Nov 21, 1995 1 km SW of Collegno, Italy M4.4 71 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 54 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 28 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 88 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 99 km
Feb 11, 1990 northern Italy M4.3 77 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake - 650 140 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological - - 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 4.7 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 4.5 in
April 29°F (-2°C) 4.6 in
May 37°F (3°C) 4.7 in
June 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
July 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Driest
August 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
October 38°F (3°C) 5.0 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 5.7 in Wettest
December 24°F (-5°C) 5.3 in

Modane has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 22°F in January to 51°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Modane

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Étienne Marcellin - - - -
École maternelle La Praz - - - -
Collège La Vanoise - - - -
École élémentaire Jules Ferry - - - -
École maternelle - - - -
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Radio Stations near Modane

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
M2S Radio club, latino AAC 128 kbps
Montagne FM - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Modane

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carré Science
Cristal In Rock
Ecomuseo e sede del Parco Naturale del Gran Bosco di Salbertrand
Ecomuseo mulino idraulico del Martinet
Espace Baroque
Espace Saint-Roch
Fort de Saint Gobain
Galerie Hydraulica
L'Arche d'Oé
Machine room
Maison de la Vanoise
Musée d'archéologie de Val Cenis Sollières
Musée d'art sacré
Musée de l'Aluminium
Musée de l'histoire d'Orelle
Musée de l'Union-grande
Musée de St Martin
Musée des Allues
Museo d'Arte Religiosa Alpina di Melezet
Museo del Forte di Bramafam
Museo etnografico
Museo etnografico comunale
Museo'Bar - Musée de la Frontière
Orelle Patrimoine
Scierie et moulin du Raffort
Sede del parco naturale del Gran Bosco di Salbertrand

Libraries in Modane

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Civica0.0
Biblioteca Civica0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque d'Orelle0.0
Bibliothèque de Bramans0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Martin de Belleville0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne0.0
Bibliothèque des Allures0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Alp'pages0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Orelle0.0
Espace Multimedia0.0
La bibli - Bibliothèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Modane

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert
Marché des producteurs locaux
Place de l'hôtel de ville

Hotels in Modane

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Bellevue
Hôtel de la Gare
Hôtel des Voyageurs
Hôtel le Commerce
Le Perce-Neige
Les Chalets de Florence
Résidence Orfea Modane
SOWELL Family Valfréjus

Cafes in Modane

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café du Chemin de Fer
L'instant Thé

Cinemas in Modane

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Embellie

Castles in Modane

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blockhaus d'Amodon
Blockhaus d'Amodon

Veterinaries in Modane

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Vétérinaire - Dr. Vincent FORT

Train Stations in Modane

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Modane

Bus Stations in Modane

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #261748033

Gas Stations in Modane

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #100869311
Intermarché
Shell

Banks in Modane

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque de Savoie
Banque Populaire
Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole

Gyms in Modane

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Salle 73

Breweries in Modane

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Artisanale d'Oé
Brasserie Galibier
Brasserie l'Antidote
L'Étoile des Neiges
La Voûte
Le Capricorne
Le Medzé-ry
Le Rendez-Vous

Stadiums & Teams in Modane

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Modane

100 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Stade de Bosses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Féclaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valgrisenche Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sainte-Foy Tarentaise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Paradiski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Nordique Peisey-Vallandry 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Plagne 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Ballet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Saut 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tignes - Val d'Isère 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Nordique - Vallon de Champagny le Haut 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Grand Domaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tremplins du Praz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Collet d'Allevard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pralognan-la-Vanoise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bonneval-sur-Arc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade des Neiges du Barioz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les 3 Vallées 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bessans 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine du Barioz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ala di Stura 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jardin Enfants 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Slalom 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aiguille du Midi (Chamonix) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Tourchet (Chamonix) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Clusaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Houches (Chamonix) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Megève/Saint-Gervais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Courmayeur Val Ferret 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Evasion Mont Blanc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crévacol 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Courmayeur 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Val Cenis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Semnoz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Contamines 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Espace Diamant (Les Saisies) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Centro Fondo Arpy - Morgex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Thuile 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pila 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plateau du Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Arêches Beaufort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Rosière 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Molines-en-Queyras - Saint-Véran 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Serre Chevalier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montgenèvre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Claviere 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prali 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pelvoux-Vallouise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Puy-Saint-Vincent 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Abriès 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Arvieux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aiguilles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ristolas en Queyras 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rucas di Bagnolo 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Orcières Merlette 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sestriere 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crissolo - Monviso Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chaillol 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Serre Eyraud 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Skiable Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Laye 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ceillac en Queyras 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ancelle 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Risoul 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Vars/Risoul 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Vars 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station de ski de Reallon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valfréjus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Val Thorens 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les 7 Laux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aussois 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Corbier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Sybelles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stadio del Ghiaccio e Centro Fondo 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Karellis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Albiez-Montrond 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Norma 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valloire - Galibier Thabor 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crévoux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chiomonte Frais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bardonecchia - Jafferau 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Chazelet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bardonecchia 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Grave 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col d'Ornon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Deux Alpes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sauze D'Oulx 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pragelato 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sansicario 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Modane

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Aosta Corrado Gex AirportAOTMedium Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield-Small Airport
Altiport de Vaugellaz-Small Airport
Altisurface de Valmorel-Small Airport
Altisurface du Glacier de la Chiaupe-Small Airport
Altisurface du Glacier Du Dome Du Gouter-Small Airport
Altisurface du Glacier Du Tacul-Small Airport
Andrea Bozzo Airfield-Small Airport
campo di volo Pian Mune'-Small Airport
Cascina Valentino Airfield-Small Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield-Small Airport
Champillon altiporto-Small Airport
Col de Belledonne Altiport-Small Airport
Col de Sarenne Altiport-Small Airport
Col di Rhémes-Small Airport
Col du Palet Altiport-Small Airport
Courchevel AltiportCVFSmall Airport
Crots Airfield-Small Airport
Dôme de la Lauze Altisurface-Small Airport
Gap-Tallard AirfieldGATSmall Airport
Gh. de la Sassiere-Small Airport
Gh. del Léchaud-Small Airport
Gh. del Miravidi breul-Small Airport
Gh. del Mont Gelé-Small Airport
Glacier d'Argentière Altiport-Small Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard Altisurface-Small Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate Altisurface-Small Airport
Glacier de la Grande Motte Altiport-Small Airport
Glacier de Talèfre Altiport-Small Airport
Glacier Lombard Altisurface-Small Airport
Granta Pareì ghiacciaio-Small Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Arpette Altisurface-Small Airport
La Tovière Altiport-Small Airport
Les Eyssagnes Airfield-Small Airport
Megève AltiportMVVSmall Airport
Méribel AltiportMFXSmall Airport
Merlo Romano Airfield-Small Airport
Mont-Dauphin Saint-Crépin AirfieldSCPSmall Airport
Nevaio del Fallére altiporto-Small Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette Altisurface-Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface-Small Airport
Pointe de l'Ouillon Altisurface-Small Airport
Rutor Glacier Altiport-Small Airport
Saint Vincent de Mercuze Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Jean-d'Arves Altisurface-Small Airport
Saint-Rémy-de-Maurienne Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Roch Mayères Altisurface-Small Airport
Savoy Paraglider Landing Field-Small Airport

Post Offices in Modane

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Modane
Relais Poste
Valfréjus

Churches & Religious Organizations in Modane

20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle
Chapelle
Chapelle Notre Dame de l’Immaculée Conception
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Pitié
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Neiges
Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Charmaix
Chapelle Saint-Blaise
Chapelle Saint-Claude
Chapelle Saint-Jacques
Chapelle Saint-Laurent
Chapelle Saint-Louis
Chapelle Saint-Paul
Chapelle Saint-Roch
Chapelle Sainte-Brigitte
Église de l'Immaculée-Conception
Église Notre-Dame
Église Notre-Dame
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
Église Saint-André
Église Saint-Étienne

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 Modane

What is the population of Modane?

Modane has a population of 4,086 residents and is located in France. The population density is 149 people per square mile, spread across 27.4 square miles.

Is Modane expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,008, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,800 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Modane?

Modane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches, with 29.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Modane?

The unemployment rate in Modane is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 245 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Modane?

The median home value in Modane is $125,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $629.

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