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Montélimar, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Montélimar is a mid-size city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 35,637. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
35,637 Population 1,972/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,058 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$23,058 median income, 16.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$125,600 home value, $628/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population35,637
Density1,972/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,058
Unemployment16.4%
Poverty20.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$125,600
Rent$628
Housing Units14,255
Rent Burden29.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Population35,637
Population Density1,972 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates44.5547°, 4.7547°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.7 inches (956 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$23,058

About Montélimar

Montélimar is a mid-size city in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 35,637. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Montélimar is $23,058, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,138 business establishments.

Income: Montélimar vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,058
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.4%
356% above France avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above France avg
Establishments (County)2,138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Montélimar is $125,600, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,255 total housing units in the city. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,600
55% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below France avg
Rent Burden29.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,255

Property Tax

Climate in Montélimar

Montélimar has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.7°C), the coldest is Jan (5.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 919 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.7°C / 42°F 2.6° / 8.8° 68.7
Feb 6.6°C / 44°F 2.7° / 10.5° 42.5
Mar 10.2°C / 50°F 5.3° / 15.1° 49.0
Apr 13°C / 55°F 7.8° / 18.3° 74.2
May 17°C / 63°F 11.6° / 22.5° 77.7
Jun 21.2°C / 70°F 15.4° / 26.9° 56.5
Jul 23.7°C / 75°F 17.6° / 29.8° 55.1
Aug 23.5°C / 74°F 17.4° / 29.6° 56.4
Sep 19.2°C / 67°F 13.9° / 24.4° 115.9
Oct 14.8°C / 59°F 10.7° / 18.9° 133.0
Nov 9.6°C / 49°F 6.3° / 12.8° 128.8
Dec 6.2°C / 43°F 3.4° / 9.1° 61.6
Montélimar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 316 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 37.7 inches. The area receives 8.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below France avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area18.1 sq mi (46.8 km²)
Population Density1,972/sq mi
Coordinates44.5547°N, 4.7547°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.7"
1% below France avg
Snowfall 8.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.31"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

563 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 140 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 40 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 89 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 117 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 146 km
Oct 3, 1997 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.8 132 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 112 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 147 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 116 km
Nov 6, 1997 13 km WNW of Barcelonnette, France M3.7 139 km
Oct 31, 1997 14 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.6 142 km
Jan 1, 1993 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.6 120 km
Oct 30, 1998 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.6 138 km
Sep 8, 1995 1 km NW of Crolles, France M3.5 120 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 149 km
Feb 21, 1993 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France M3.5 99 km
Sep 11, 1998 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France M3.4 145 km
Apr 5, 2000 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France M3.4 109 km
Nov 5, 2001 2 km NW of Ambert, France M3.4 139 km
Jun 27, 1994 11 km NE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M3.4 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (195 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 5.3 in Wettest
November 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in

Montélimar has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 35°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Montélimar

34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Le Bouquet
École maternelle de Saint-James
École élémentaire de Saint-James
Collège Marguerite Duras
École maternelle Pracomtal
École publique Pracomtal
Lycée technique Les Catalins - Antenne du Meyrol
École publique Maubec
École publique La Gondole
École Publique Les Champs
École maternelle Nocaze - Les Grèzes
École primaire Grangeneuve
École élémentaire Joliot Curie
École primaire Margerie
École élémentaire les Allées
École maternelle Les Champs
Lycée Polyvalent Les Catalins
École primaire privée Chabrillan Saint-Jean Baptiste
École élémentaire Sarda
École élémentaire Margerie
École maternelle Margerie
École maternelle La Gondole
École élémentaire la Gondole
École maternelle publique Le Bouquet
École élémentaire publique le Bouquet
Collège Chabrillan St Jean-Baptiste
École martenelle Sarda
École professionnelle privée AMAE Formation
Lycée général privé Chabrillan St Jean-Baptiste
Cité scolaire Alain Borne
Collège Europa
Etablissement Régional d'Enseignement Adapté - Portes du Soleil
Collège Gustave Monod
École éléméntaire Les Grèzes
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Radio Stations near Montélimar

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Méga chansons françaises, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Panoramix Radio Station MP3 320 kbps
Radio Saint Ferréol MP3
Radio Saint Féréol associative MP3
Radio Zig Zag - Pays de Romans local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Jean marc Relut local music, shanson MP3 320 kbps
RCF Drôme christian MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Montélimar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Art et d'Histoire André Auclair
Château de Grignan
Colophon Librairie & Musée
Exposition
Histoire du Bienheureux Charles de Foucauld
La Gare des Ramières
La Maison des Voisins
Le village provençal miniature
Les Fossiles d'Ardèche et d'Ailleurs
Maison de la Truffe et du Tricastin
Mémoire Agricole du Pays de Grignan
Moulin de Mandy
Muséal-Site Antique-Alba
Musée Associatif de Montélimar (archéologie, géologie, préhistoire, médiéval et numismatique)
Musée Clément Faugier
Musée d'Art Contemporain de Montélimar
Musée d’archéologie tricastine
Musée de l'Insolite
Musée de la Miniature
Musée de la Nationale 7
Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation en Ardèche
Musée de la Soie
Musée de la truffe et du vin
Musée de la Ville
Musée des Amis du Vieux Donzère
Musée des Anges-Léna-Vandrey
Musée des Sports
Musée du Cartonnage et de l'Imprimerie
Musée du Monde Souterrain
Musée du Nougat – Fabrique Arnaud Soubeyran
Musée du Vivaris Protestant
Musée Européen de l'Aviation de Chasse
Musée René Margotton
Musée Yvon Guéret
Palais des bonbons et du nougat
Sanctuaire St Joseph

Libraries in Montélimar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliotheque0.0
Bibliothèque D'Alissas0.0
Bibliothèque de la Vence0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Julien en Saint-Alban0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Marcel-d'Ardèche0.0
Bibliothèque Louis Aragon0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliotheque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Bourg-Saint-Andéol0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Montanaise0.0
CDI0.0
Centre Multimedia du Teil0.0
IFSI-IFAS du GHPP de Montélimar0.0
La Passerelle0.0
Les Chemins de Traverse0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale Maurice Pic0.0
Médiathèque Louise Michel0.0
Médiathèque Marcel Pagnol0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Montélimar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Cruas
Marché des Producteurs et des Artisans (mai-octobre)
Place des écoles

Hotels in Montélimar

12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Appart Le Ventoux - Cœur de ville, chambre séparée
Appart'City
B&B Hotel Montélimar Sud
Cit'Hôtel Sphinx
Hôtel Beausoleil
Hôtel du Parc
Ibis Budget Montélimar
Ibis Styles Montélimar Centre
La Pignata
Logis Hôtel le Printemps
The Originals Boutique, Hôtel Montélimar
Villa Magnolia Parc

Cafes in Montélimar

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Brasserie Le Commerce
Café d'Eclair
Café de la station
Café du temple
Café Les 3D
Le Club Café Montélimar
Le Connec't
Les Carolines
Maï Tea
Maison Rosa - salon de thé, boutique deco

Cinemas in Montélimar

3 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Les Templiers
Le Palace
Les 7 Nef

Theatres in Montélimar

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Petite Scène Montélimar
Le Toit Rouge
Théâtre communautaire Émile-Loubet

Monuments in Montélimar

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chapelle Saint-Pierre
Souvenir d'Indochine

Castles in Montélimar

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Montélimar

Zoos in Montélimar

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parc Animalier de Montélimar

Clinics in Montélimar

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Kennedy
Julia Chabrol, infirmière D.E.
Marion Fay, infirmière D.E.
Samantha Dubos, infirmière D.E.

Dentists in Montélimar

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet le 35
Centre dentaire mutualiste Aésio Santé - Montélimar
Scm Audet - Baufle - Chalas

Veterinaries in Montélimar

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire Animalement Votre
Clinique Vétérinaire Des Tilleuls

Train Stations in Montélimar

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Montélimar

Bus Stations in Montélimar

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gare Routière de Montélimar

Gas Stations in Montélimar

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

As24
Carrefour
Carrefour Market
Esso
Intermarché
Station Service Auchan
Station Service E. Leclerc

Banks in Montélimar

16 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AXA
Banque Marze
Banque Populaire
Banque Populaire
BNP Paribas
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel
Crédit Mutuel
LCL
LCL
SG

Gyms in Montélimar

12 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexia Fleuret - Le yoga pour tous - Montélimar
Basic-Fit
Body's Studio
CrossFit
Divinement Bien Montélimar - Maison Sport Santé
Fitness Boutique
Iron Bodyfit Montélimar
KeepCool
La Capsule Sport
Liberty Gym
Vita Liberté
Yoga Ea

Breweries in Montélimar

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Artisanale La Fabrique
Brasserie Bergoïata
Brasserie la Croix d'or
La vieille mule

Stadiums & Teams in Montélimar

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Montélimar

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station du Mont Serein 0.0 $0
La Croix de Bauzon 0.0 $0
Station du Col de Rousset 0.0 $0
Font d'Urle Chaud Clapier 0.0 $0
Les Estables 0.0 $0
Espace Liberté de Chaudeyrac 0.0 $0
Domaine Nordique du Meygal 0.0 $0

Airports Near Montélimar

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aérodrome d'Alès CévennesMedium Airport
Aubenas-South Ardèche AirportOBSMedium Airport
Avignon Caumont airportAVNMedium Airport
Orange-Caritat (BA 115) Air BaseMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'AubenassonSmall Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-PaulSmall Airport
Altiport de La Motte ChalanconSmall Airport
Altiport du BezSmall Airport
Altisurface de FauconSmall Airport
Altisurface de l'EscoulinSmall Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Avignon-Pujaut AirfieldSmall Airport
Champis 07 AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Bacchus AirstripSmall Airport
Coustellet AirfieldSmall Airport
Creysseilles les croix AirfieldSmall Airport
Deyras Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Edgar Soumille AirfieldSmall Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône AirfieldSmall Airport
La Grand'combe AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Grand Plantier AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Vastres AirfieldSmall Airport
Montélimar-Ancône AirfieldSmall Airport
Nîmes Courbessac AirfieldSmall Airport
Pierrelatte AirfieldSmall Airport
Plan-de-Dieu-Orange AirfieldSmall Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Remoulins Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Rouveirolle AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruoms AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Jean-en-Royans AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon AirfieldSmall Airport
Uzès-Belvezet AirfieldSmall Airport
Valréas Visan AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Montélimar

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
La Poste
La Poste
Montélimar Carrefour Hyper
Relais Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Montélimar

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abbaye de Maubec
Chapelle Notre-Dame de la Rose
Chapelle Saint-André
Collégiale Sainte-Croix
Église évangélique arménienne de Montélimar
Eglise Evangélique de Montélimar Assemblée de Dieu
Eglise réformée de France - Montélimar
Église Saint-James
Église Saint-Joseph
Essalam

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 Montélimar

What is the population of Montélimar?

Montélimar has a population of 35,637 residents and is located in France. The population density is 1,972 people per square mile, spread across 18.1 square miles.

Is Montélimar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,058, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,600 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Montélimar?

Montélimar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Montélimar?

The job market in Montélimar faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 2,138 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Montélimar?

The median home value in Montélimar is $125,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $628.

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