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Montbrison, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Montbrison is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 16,164. Elevation: 1,293 ft (394 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,164 Population 1,687/sq mi density
1,293 ft Elevation 394 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,987 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$23,987 median income, 11.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$109,800 home value, $549/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,164
Density1,687/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,987
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty14.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$109,800
Rent$549
Housing Units6,466
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Population16,164
Population Density1,687 / sq mi
Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Coordinates45.6075°, 4.0653°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (865 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.7 inches (47 cm)
Median Household Income$23,987

About Montbrison

Montbrison is a small city in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 16,164. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet (394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Montbrison is $23,987, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 970 business establishments.

Income: Montbrison vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,987
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above France avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above France avg
Establishments (County)970

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Montbrison is $109,800, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $549 (53% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,466 total housing units in the city. 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,800
61% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$549
53% below France avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,466

Property Tax

Climate in Montbrison

Montbrison has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.3°C), the coldest is Jan (1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 733 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.3°C / 34°F -6.5° / 11.9° 36.0
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F -4.6° / 16.2° 27.6
Mar 6.4°C / 43°F -3.7° / 19.4° 46.3
Apr 8.9°C / 48°F -3.8° / 22.3° 53.7
May 13.1°C / 56°F 2.6° / 25.8° 76.7
Jun 18.6°C / 66°F 7.8° / 32° 96.6
Jul 21.3°C / 70°F 9.8° / 36° 48.2
Aug 21.2°C / 70°F 9.3° / 36.4° 53.9
Sep 16.8°C / 62°F 3.5° / 31.4° 68.3
Oct 12.6°C / 55°F 2.9° / 24.6° 87.7
Nov 6.1°C / 43°F -3.9° / 18.5° 62.9
Dec 3°C / 37°F -6.2° / 13.6° 75.0
Montbrison experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 261 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 34.1 inches. The area receives 18.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below France avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.8 km²)
Population Density1,687/sq mi
Coordinates45.6075°N, 4.0653°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below France avg
Snowfall 18.7"
Wettest Month (May) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 148 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 135 km
May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 133 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 113 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 105 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 112 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 110 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 126 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 106 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 105 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 103 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 101 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 105 km
Sep 8, 1995 1 km NW of Crolles, France M3.5 145 km
Jul 25, 2002 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.5 76 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 104 km
Feb 21, 1993 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France M3.5 83 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 121 km
Apr 5, 2000 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France M3.4 61 km
Jul 25, 2002 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.4 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (87 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 87 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 62°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
August 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in

Montbrison has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 32°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Montbrison

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée de Beauregard - - - -
Ensemble Scolaire Saint-Aubrin - - - -
École maternelle publique de Beauregard - - - -
École primaire Estiallet - - - -
École élémentaire Chemin Rouge - - - -
Écoles maternelle et primaire Brillié - - - -
École maternelle privée Notre-Dame - - - -
Lycée professionnel privé Jean-Baptiste d'Allard - - - -
École primaire Moingt - - - -
Collège Mario Meunier - - - -
MFR du Parc - - - -
Maison familiale rurale - - - -
École maternelle privée Notre Dame - - - -
École primaire privée Saint Charles - - - -
Lycée général et technologique privé Saint-Paul Forez - - - -
Lycée général et technologique Beauregard - - - -
Collège privé Victor de Laprade - - - -
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Radio Stations near Montbrison

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Espérance Grégorien christian MP3 128 kbps
RFM LE HIT - MP3 128 kbps
Allzic Radio Brazil bossa nova, bossanova MP3 128 kbps
RadioDio dub, hip-hop MP3 160 kbps
Activ radio - MP3 320 kbps
Radio Ondaine - MP3 256 kbps
Radio Dio 89.5 fm, alternative MP3 160 kbps
Multicolore Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Calade classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
RFM party - MP3 128 kbps
RFM PARTY 90 - AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Montbrison

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre de l'Art roman en Forez
Château de la Bâtie d'Urfé
Écomusée des Bruneaux
Écomusée des Monts du Forez
L'Aventure du Train
La Diana
Moulin des Massons
Musée d'Allard
Musée d'archéologie
Musée d'histoire du 20e siècle
Musée de la Fourme et des Traditions
Musée des Civilisations - Daniel Pouget
Musée des Sapeurs Pompiers de la Loire
Musée des Vignerons du Forez
Musée du tissage et de la soierie
Musée municipal
Prieuré de Pommiers-en-Forez
Prieuré de Saint-Rambert

Libraries in Montbrison

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aux grimoires du temps0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque d'Apinac0.0
Bibliothèque d'Essertines en Châtelneuf0.0
Bibliothèque d'Unias0.0
Bibliothèque de Boisset Lès Montrond0.0
Bibliothèque de Boisset St Priest0.0
Bibliothèque de Bussy-Albieux0.0
Bibliothèque de Chalain d'Uzore0.0
Bibliothèque de Chalain le Comtal0.0
Bibliothèque de Chalmazel0.0
Bibliothèque de Champdieu0.0
Bibliothèque de Châtelneuf0.0
Bibliothèque de Chenereilles0.0
Bibliothèque de Gumières0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Hôpital le Grand0.0
Bibliothèque de La-Valla-Sur-Rochefort0.0
Bibliothèque de Leigneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Lézigneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Luriecq0.0
Bibliothèque de Magneux-Haute-Rive0.0
Bibliothèque de Marcilly-le-Chatel0.0
Bibliothèque de Margerie-Chantagret0.0
Bibliothèque de Marols0.0
Bibliothèque de Montverdun0.0
Bibliothèque de Palogneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Pralong0.0
Bibliothèque de Précieux0.0
Bibliothèque de Sail Sous Couzan0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Etienne Le Molard0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Georges en Couzan0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Just en Bas0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Sixte0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Bonnet-Le-Chateau0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Bonnet-le-Courreau0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Cyprien0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Didier-Sur-Rochefort0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Georges-Haute-Ville0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Julien-La-Vêtre0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Thomas la Garde0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Thurin0.0
Bibliothèque de Sauvain0.0
Bibliothèque de Soleymieux0.0
Bibliothèque de Sury-le-Comtal0.0
Bibliothèque de Trelins0.0
Bibliothèque de Verrières-en-Forez0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Louis Aragon0.0
Les Passerelles0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Bernard Chapelon0.0
Médiathèque d'Usson-En-Forez0.0
Médiathèque de Balbigny0.0
Médiathèque de Bonson0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-André-le-Puy0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Jean-Soleymieux0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Marcellin en Forez0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Romain-le-Puy0.0
Médiathèque de Savigneux0.0
Médiathèque des Vals d’Aix et Isable0.0
Médiathèque Loire Forez – Saint-Just Saint-Rambert0.0
Médiathèque Loire Forez Montbrison0.0
Rêves de livres0.0

Farmers Markets in Montbrison

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle du Marché
Halles Essentielles
Marché de Beauregard
Marché de Chemintrand
Marché de Moingt

Hotels in Montbrison

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ô p'tit Bouillon

Cafes in Montbrison

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Au Petit Café
Café des Lumiéres
La Cerise Noire
LX Coffee Grill
SIROK'o café

Cinemas in Montbrison

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Rex

Theatres in Montbrison

3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agapes et spectacles
Café-Théâtre Quai des Artistes
Théâtre des Pénitents

Dentists in Montbrison

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #3111529181

Veterinaries in Montbrison

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire Bazile

Train Stations in Montbrison

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Montbrison

Gas Stations in Montbrison

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #3907010718
Intermarché 24/24
Total Contact
TotalEnergies

Banks in Montbrison

9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
LCL
Société Générale

Shopping Malls in Montbrison

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Galerie Notre-Dame

Gyms in Montbrison

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'AppartFitness

Breweries in Montbrison

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
BIM
Brasserie de la Loire
Brasserie La Canaille
Brasserie les Bulles Foréziennes

Stadiums & Teams in Montbrison

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Montbrison

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Les Estables 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Espace Liberté de Chaudeyrac 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Nordique du Meygal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prabouré 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chalmazel 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Loge des Gardes 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Montbrison

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mâcon-Charnay Airfield-Medium Airport
Roanne-Renaison AirportRNEMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Vichy-Charmeil AirportVHYMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Feurs - Chambéon-Small Airport
Altisurface de la Jasserie-Small Airport
Ambert - Le Poyet Airfield-Small Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield-Small Airport
Bibost Airfield-Small Airport
Bort-l'Étang Airfield-Small Airport
Brioude Beaumont Airfield-Small Airport
Champis 07 Airfield-Small Airport
Col du Béal Altiport-Small Airport
Cret de Montieux Airfield-Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield-Small Airport
Forez Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Grand Prouilhat Airfield-Small Airport
La Clayette Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
La jalabertière Airfield-Small Airport
La Sauvetat Aubusson-d'Auvergne Airfield-Small Airport
Lapalisse - Périgny Airfield-Small Airport
Le Parasoir Airfield-Small Airport
Le Puy-Loudes AirfieldLPYSmall Airport
Les Vastres Airfield-Small Airport
Lyon Brindas Airfield-Small Airport
Mazeyrat Airfield-Small Airport
Montverdun Airfield-Small Airport
Mounier Haut Airfield-Small Airport
Précieux Airfield-Small Airport
Roanne Mably Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme Airfield-Small Airport
St Galmier Airfield-Small Airport
Villefranche-Tarare Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Montbrison

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
Montbrison

Churches & Religious Organizations in Montbrison

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle des Pénitents du Confalon
Chapelle Sainte-Anne
Chapelle Sainte-Claire
Collégiale Notre-Dame-de-l'Espérance
Église de Moingt
Église Saint-Pierre

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 Montbrison

What is the population of Montbrison?

Montbrison has a population of 16,164 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,687 people per square mile, spread across 9.6 square miles.

Is Montbrison expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,987, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,800 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $549 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Montbrison?

Montbrison has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches, with 18.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Montbrison?

The job market in Montbrison faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 970 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Montbrison?

The median home value in Montbrison is $109,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $549.

Nearby Cities

Savigneux 2,623 pop · 1.1 mi Champdieu 1,513 pop · 2.8 mi Lézigneux 1,174 pop · 2.9 mi Saint-Georges-Haute-Ville 1,159 pop · 3.8 mi Saint-Romain-le-Puy 2,854 pop · 4.4 mi Précieux 1,013 pop · 4.4 mi Marcilly-le-Châtel 1,256 pop · 6.3 mi Sury-le-Comtal 5,046 pop · 7.6 mi Montrond-les-Bains 4,136 pop · 8.7 mi Bonson 3,881 pop · 9.2 mi Saint-Marcellin-en-Forez 3,440 pop · 9.2 mi Cuzieu 1,403 pop · 9.3 mi Saint-Cyprien 2,163 pop · 9.6 mi Saint-André-le-Puy 1,217 pop · 9.8 mi
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