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Pélussin, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Pélussin is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 3,441. Elevation: 1,358 ft (414 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,441 Population 277/sq mi density
1,358 ft Elevation 414 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,769 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$25,769 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$108,400 home value, $542/mo rent

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About Pélussin

Pélussin

Pélussin is a commune in the Loire department in central France. Pélussin is made up of three districts: Notre-Dame, Les Croix and at the very top, Virieu.

People

Population3,441
Density277/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$25,769
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$108,400
Rent$542
Housing Units1,376
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,358 ft (414 m)
Population3,441
Population Density277 / sq mi
Elevation1,358 ft (414 m)
Coordinates45.4195°, 4.6837°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (946 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$25,769

About Pélussin

Pélussin is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 3,441. The city sits at an elevation of 1,358 feet (414 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Pélussin is $25,769, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 206 business establishments.

Income: Pélussin vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,769
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)206

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pélussin is $108,400, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,376 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,400
62% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$542
53% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,376

Property Tax

Pélussin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,358 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below France avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,358 ft (414 m)
Area12.4 sq mi (32.2 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates45.4195°N, 4.6837°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below France avg
Snowfall 10.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.82"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 120 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 129 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 145 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 121 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 127 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 140 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 82 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 82 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 57 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 144 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 60 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 117 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 83 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 118 km
Apr 10, 2005 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M3.8 147 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 79 km
Jul 20, 1996 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France M3.7 123 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 56 km
Feb 2, 2002 9 km SE of Valloire, France M3.7 148 km
Aug 28, 1999 4 km NNE of Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, France M3.6 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (139 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 139 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.3 in
August 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in

Pélussin has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Pélussin

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire privée Pensionnat Saint-Jean — — — —
Collège Gaston BATY — — — —
Collège Gaston BATY — — — —
Collège Gaston Baty — — — —
Ensemble scolaire Saint-Jean — — — —
Groupe scolaire public des Trois-Dents — — — —
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Radio Stations near Pélussin

50 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jazz Radio jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Radio Classic Jazz classical, jazz MP3 128 kbps
MRADIO FRANCE — AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Espérance Grégorien christian MP3 128 kbps
RadioCanut — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO — MP3 128 kbps
Allzic Radio Brazil bossa nova, bossanova MP3 128 kbps
Radio Méga chansons françaises, electronic MP3 320 kbps
8Beats — MP3
Laurent DINE IGLESIAS dance, electro MP3 128 kbps
Générations Lyon french, french music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canut eclectic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Radio Scoop Powerdance dance AAC+ 64 kbps
Reggae Arte radio reggae MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 — MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues — AAC+ 64 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 — MP3 128 kbps
LYL Radio independent, music MP3 192 kbps
Allzic Radio Zen calm, relax MP3 128 kbps
RadioDio dub, hip-hop MP3 160 kbps
radio béguin electro, funk MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Metal metal MP3 320 kbps
Les enfants du Rhône — MP3 128 kbps
Virgin Radio Rock Party — MP3 128 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 kbps
JAZZ RADIO - Jazz & Classique — MP3 128 kbps
Virage radio Légende du rock — MP3 128 kbps
Tonic radio — MP3 128 kbps
RCF Lyon christian MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio (CH) — MP3 128 kbps
AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge — AAC+ 64 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO METAL — MP3 128 kbps
Lyon Demain france, local news MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE METAL — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE METAL — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK FR — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE 80 — MP3 128 kbps
PROJET XY — MP3
Radio Calade classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE Radio Rock Français — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pluriel — MP3 320 kbps
Allzic Radio Top 20 charts, dance MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dio 89.5 fm, alternative MP3 160 kbps
Radio Ondaine — MP3 256 kbps
RCF Drôme christian MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Pélussin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aérorétro
Cloître Saint-André-Le-Bas
Espace du Parchemin et du Cuir
La Maison du Passementier
La Mourine - maison des forgerons
Maison de la Céramique
Maison de pays
Maison des métiers
Maison des Tresses et Lacets
Maison du Patrimoine et de la Mesure
Musée archéologique Saint-Pierre de Vienne
Musée de l'Alambic
Musée de l'Aviation Clément Ader
Musée de l'Étrange
Musée de l'industrie textile
Musée de l'Océanie
Musée de la Radio
Musée des Arts Urbains et de Street Art
Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie
Musée des Mariniers du Rhône et de la Batellerie
Musée des Papeteries Canson et Montgolfier
Musée du charronnage au car
Musée du Charronnage au Car (site 2)
Musée du Papier, des Arts et de la Technologie
Musée Gallo-Romain de Saint-Romain-en-Gal
Musée Gallo-Romain de Saint-Romain-en-Gal
Musée Paul Buyer
Musée Vivarois César Filhol
Salle du Patrimoine
Sapeurs-pompiers Vocance
Villa de Licinius
Village Provençal

Libraries in Pélussin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque "l'Arbre à Livres"0.0
Bibliothèque Croq'livres0.0
Bibliothèque de Marennes0.0
Bibliothèque de Sainte-Colombe0.0
Bibliothèque de Solaize0.0
Bibliothèque de St Alban d'Ay0.0
Bibliothèque de Valfleury0.0
Bibliothèque de Véranne0.0
Bibliothèque de Vérin0.0
Bibliothèque de Vienne0.0
Bibliothèque départementale0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Vedrenne0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothéque 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 municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Corbas0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Yvonne Geoffray0.0
Bibliothèque Saint-Exupéry0.0
Bibliothèque Vallée de Gère0.0
Centre d'information et d'orientation0.0
Centre René Cassin0.0
Espace Mosaïk0.0
Le prieuré0.0
Maison des Associations0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Antoine de Saint-Exupéry0.0
Médiathèque de Cellieu0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Romain-en-Jarez0.0
Médiathèque de Serpaize0.0
Médiathèque de Terrenoire0.0
Médiathèque départementale Drôme des Collines0.0
Médiathèque Domaine Revol0.0
Médiathèque du Pays Roussillonnais0.0
Médiathèque Elsa Triolet0.0
Médiathèque Elsa Triolet0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale Le Shed0.0
Médiathèque Jacques et Aimé Bertrand0.0
Médiathèque L'Envol des Mots0.0
Médiathèque Léo Ferré0.0
Médiathèque Louis Aragon0.0
Médiathèque Louise Labé0.0
Médiathèque Ludothèque Yves Duteil0.0
Médiathèque Michel Courot0.0
Médiathèque Mot@Mot0.0
Médiathèque Paul Rigaut0.0
Mots Passants0.0

Farmers Markets in Pélussin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Estressin
La Halle
Marché biologique des Clarines
Marché d'Estressin
Marché de Chasse-sur-Rhône
Marché de Genilac
Marché de producteur locaux
Marché de Vienne
Marche des Roches-de-Condrieu
Place du marché
Place Lisfranc

Hotels in Pélussin

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chambre d'hôtes "Le Truchet"

Cinemas in Pélussin

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ciné-Pilat

Castles in Pélussin

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Virieu
La halle
Porte du château

Dentists in Pélussin

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #312320861

Veterinaries in Pélussin

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #312325349

Bus Stations in Pélussin

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pélussin - Rue de la maladière

Gas Stations in Pélussin

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour 24/24
Ets JULLIEN

Banks in Pélussin

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole

Gyms in Pélussin

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palaestra

Breweries in Pélussin

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Roches
Brasserie du Loup Blanc
Ferme de la Quintillière - Bière Busard
Karnotzet
La Bière du Berger
La brasserie du Pilat
La Soyeuse
La Tit'Mousse
Microbrasserie La Chénou
Vienne Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Pélussin

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Ski Resorts Near Pélussin

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
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 Pélussin

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)—Medium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Roanne-Renaison AirportRNEMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome d'Aubenasson—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Feurs - Chambéon—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul—Small Airport
Altisurface de l'Escoulin—Small Airport
Altisurface de la Jasserie—Small Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Assieu Paramotor Airfield—Small Airport
Base ULM de Chaneins—Small Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield—Small Airport
Bibost Airfield—Small Airport
Champis 07 Airfield—Small Airport
Col de Bacchus Airstrip—Small Airport
Cret de Montieux Airfield—Small Airport
Creysseilles les croix Airfield—Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield—Small Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône Airfield—Small Airport
Forez Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield—Small Airport
Grand Champ Airfield—Small Airport
La jalabertière Airfield—Small Airport
La Tour-de-Pin Airfield—Small Airport
La Tranclière Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Le Parasoir Airfield—Small Airport
Les Vastres Airfield—Small Airport
Leyrieu Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Brindas Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield—Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Montverdun Airfield—Small Airport
Précieux Airfield—Small Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines Airfield—Small Airport
Roanne Mably Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Jean-en-Royans Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon Airfield—Small Airport
St Galmier Airfield—Small Airport
Vienne Reventin Airfield—Small Airport
Villefranche-Tarare Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Pélussin

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pélussin

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aumônerie - Paroisse Sainte-Marie entre Rhône et Pilat
Église Notre-Dame
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste

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 Pélussin

What is the population of Pélussin?

Pélussin has a population of 3,441 residents and is located in France. The population density is 277 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles.

Is Pélussin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,769, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $108,400 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Pélussin?

Pélussin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pélussin?

The job market in Pélussin faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 206 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pélussin?

The median home value in Pélussin is $108,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $542.

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