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Morestel, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Morestel is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 3,307. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,307 Population 596/sq mi density
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,954 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$23,954 median income, 11.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$138,200 home value, $691/mo rent

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About Morestel

Morestel

Morestel is a commune in the Isère department in south-eastern France.

People

Population3,307
Density596/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,954
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$138,200
Rent$691
Housing Units1,323
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Population3,307
Population Density596 / sq mi
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates45.6790°, 5.4648°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$23,954

About Morestel

Morestel is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 3,307. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet (217 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Morestel is $23,954, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 198 business establishments.

Income: Morestel vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,954
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above France avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below France avg
Establishments (County)198

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Morestel is $138,200, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,323 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,200
51% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below France avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,323

Property Tax

Climate in Morestel

Morestel has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.1°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 868 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F 1.1° / 6.7° 54.4
Feb 5°C / 41°F 1.4° / 8.5° 47.2
Mar 8.8°C / 48°F 4.3° / 13.4° 54.3
Apr 12.2°C / 54°F 7.3° / 17° 71.7
May 16.1°C / 61°F 11.2° / 21° 84.2
Jun 20°C / 68°F 14.8° / 25.1° 70.5
Jul 22.1°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.5° 67.5
Aug 22°C / 72°F 16.5° / 27.4° 71.7
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.6° 89.0
Oct 13.5°C / 56°F 9.6° / 17.4° 101.7
Nov 7.9°C / 46°F 4.8° / 11° 91.0
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 1.9° / 7.3° 64.9
Morestel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 269 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 45.4 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below France avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates45.6790°N, 5.4648°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"
19% above France avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.41"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 132 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 64 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 55 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 78 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 55 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 126 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 84 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 68 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 88 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 137 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 142 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 28 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 21 km
Feb 17, 2008 8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy M4.0 134 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 119 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 99 km
Feb 23, 2001 2 km E of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 135 km
Feb 25, 2001 2 km W of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 131 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 104 km
Apr 10, 2005 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M3.8 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological - - 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (194 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.1 in Coldest

Morestel has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 38°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and August the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Morestel

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle publique Saint-Exupéry - - - -
École élémentaire Victor Hugo - - - -
Lycée général et technologique Camille Corot - - - -
École primaire privée Saint-Joseph - - - -
Collège François Auguste Ravier - - - -
École maternelle Saint-Éxupéry - - - -
Maison Familiale Rurale Vignieu-Morestel - - - -
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Radio Stations near Morestel

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Campus Grenoble 90.8 - MP3
Max Radio Grenoble dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Radio RKS local, local radio AAC 128 kbps
Radio Campus Grenoble - MP3
Radio New's FM - MP3 192 kbps
All Piano Radio classical, classical piano MP3 128 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Italienne de Grenoble - MP3 128 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) - AAC 64 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse - MP3
Radio Grésivaudan local news, local radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Morestel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Grange Dimière
Le Repaire Louis Mandrin
Maison d'Izieu, mémorial des enfants juifs exterminés
Maison de la Pierre et du Ciment
Maison Ravier
Minéralogica
Musée
Musée archéologique du lac de Paladru
Musée de Bourgoin-Jallieu
Musée de la Lauze
Musée de la Machine à Bois
Musée de la vigne de Vaux-en-Bugey
Musée des Tisserands
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Paléoécologique de Cerin
Musée-galerie Clauorum
Musée-Maison du Patrimoine
Museo Galletti
Museum of the wooden-sole galosh
Patrimoine, culture et traditions

Libraries in Morestel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque de la Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque de Paladru0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaux-en-Bugey0.0
Bibliothèque du Pin - René Pellat0.0
Bibliothèque Intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Crémieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Montagnieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale La Fontaine0.0
Espace Culturel Romagnieu0.0
La Dôme0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediatheque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Agnès Varda0.0
Médiathèque Claudie Gallay0.0
Médiathèque de Belley0.0
Médiathèque de Bourgoin-Jallieu0.0
Médiathèque de Champfleuri0.0
Médiathèque de Ruy-Montceau0.0
Médiathèque départementale de l'Ain0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque du Valromey0.0
Médiathèque et ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque La Traversée0.0
Médiathèque Les Abrets en Dauphiné0.0
Médiathèque Les Rondiers0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0

Farmers Markets in Morestel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ferme de la Cassole
Marché
Marché
Marché de Charavines
marché du lundi
Marché hebdomadaire
Marché hebdomadaire de Belley

Hotels in Morestel

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel de France
La garenne de Morestel

Cinemas in Morestel

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cinéma Le Dauphin

Castles in Morestel

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Morestel

Veterinaries in Morestel

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #143489238

Gas Stations in Morestel

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auchan
Avia
Intermarché
Super U

Banks in Morestel

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole

Gyms in Morestel

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Appart Fitness

Breweries in Morestel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Faux Semblables
Brasserie des Ursulines
Brasserie Thetys
L'écume du Guier
La Dauphine
La Gevrinoise - Brasserie artisanale
Les Bières du Temps
Micro Brasserie la Virgule

Stadiums & Teams in Morestel

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Ski Resorts Near Morestel

40 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
La Féclaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine du Barioz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade des Neiges du Barioz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Marcieu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Collet d'Allevard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Granier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Entremonts 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plateau du Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Semnoz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Terre Ronde 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Menthières 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mijoux - La Faucille 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Hautes Combes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Méaudre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col d'Ornon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Colline des Bains 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chamrousse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Coulmes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les 7 Laux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Porte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Morestel

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geneva International AirportGVALarge Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)-Medium Airport
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Mâcon-Charnay Airfield-Medium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul-Small Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Assieu Paramotor Airfield-Small Airport
Base ULM d'Izenave-Small Airport
Base ULM de Chaneins-Small Airport
Base ULM de Polliat-Small Airport
Base ULM de Val-Revermont-Small Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield-Small Airport
Belley-Peyrieu Airfield-Small Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield-Small Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield-Small Airport
Chamonet Airfield-Small Airport
Champis 07 Airfield-Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield-Small Airport
Col de Belledonne Altiport-Small Airport
Col de Sarenne Altiport-Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield-Small Airport
Corlier Altiport-Small Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface-Small Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield-Small Airport
Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard Altisurface-Small Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate Altisurface-Small Airport
Grand Champ Airfield-Small Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud Airfield-Small Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre Altisurface-Small Airport
La Tour-de-Pin Airfield-Small Airport
La Tranclière Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Lavours Airfield-Small Airport
Les Ailes de Sergy ULM-Small Airport
Leyrieu Airfield-Small Airport
Lumbin Airfield-Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield-Small Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Montaud Airfield-Small Airport
Morestel Airfield-Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface-Small Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Morestel

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Morestel

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morestel

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Symphorien

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 Morestel

What is the population of Morestel?

Morestel has a population of 3,307 residents and is located in France. The population density is 596 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles.

Is Morestel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,954, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,200 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Morestel?

Morestel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Morestel?

The job market in Morestel faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 198 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Morestel?

The median home value in Morestel is $138,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $691.

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