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Peyruis, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Peyruis is a small town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 2,375. Elevation: 1,322 ft (403 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,375 Population 265/sq mi density
1,322 ft Elevation 403 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,846 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$23,846 median income, 10.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$111,000 home value, $555/mo rent

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About Peyruis

Peyruis

Peyruis is a commune in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.

People

Population2,375
Density265/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,846
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty14.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$111,000
Rent$555
Housing Units950
Rent Burden27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)
Population2,375
Population Density265 / sq mi
Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)
Coordinates44.0288°, 5.9403°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (817 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,846

About Peyruis

Peyruis is a small town in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 2,375. The city sits at an elevation of 1,322 feet (403 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Peyruis is $23,846, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 142 business establishments.

Income: Peyruis vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,846
68% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above France avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above France avg
Establishments (County)142

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Peyruis is $111,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $555 (52% below the national average of $1,163). There are 950 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 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,000
61% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$555
52% below France avg
Rent Burden27.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units950

Property Tax

Peyruis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,322 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below France avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates44.0288°N, 5.9403°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.90"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,688 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 20, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 51 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 88 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 126 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 138 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 112 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 80 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 126 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 133 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 124 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 127 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 143 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 80 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 119 km
May 16, 2023 16 km W of Pleyne, Italy M4.1 91 km
Feb 27, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 78 km
Apr 11, 1998 1 km SW of Oncino, Italy M4.1 122 km
Jul 14, 2014 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 78 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 105 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 99 km
Jun 22, 2014 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.0 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) Meteorological 10.0 m 9 111 km
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 93 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake 650 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.9 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 2.5 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Peyruis has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 38°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Peyruis

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centre de Loisirs de Peyruis
École élémentaire Jules Ferry
École de Dabisse
École maternelle
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Radio Stations near Peyruis

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RMC FR france, info MP3 128 kbps
Radio Nunc field recording MP3 96 kbps
La Radio Des Artistes Oubliés alternative, pop MP3
Radio Zinzine MP3 170 kbps

Museums in Peyruis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ecomusée
Ecomusée de l'Olivier
Ecomusée de la vigne et du vin
Fondation Carzou
Lou Paraïs - Maison Jean Giono
Maison d'Histoire et de Mémoire d'Ongles
Musée de la mémoire ouvrière, Mines et Mineurs de Provence
Musée Gallo-Romain
Musée Scout Baden-Powell
Musée Terre & Temps
Paléogalerie
Salagon, Musée et Jardins

Libraries in Peyruis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque du Castellas0.0
Bibliothèque intercommunale0.0
Bibliothèque Marque Pages0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
La Médiathèque0.0
Librairie l'Arbousier0.0
Médiathèque Aimé Blanc0.0
Médiathèque André-Roman0.0
Médiathèque des Mées0.0
Médiathèque intercommunale d'Herbès0.0
Médiathèque La Passerelle0.0
Médiathèque Louis Joseph0.0
Médiathèque Michel Martin0.0
Médiathèque Romain Selsis0.0
Médiathèque-ludothèque de Volonne0.0

Farmers Markets in Peyruis

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Bio Forcalquier
Marché bio La Brillanne
Marché Provencal
Place Edmond Jugy
Place Gassendi
Place Joseph Fauchier

Hotels in Peyruis

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Les Galets

Cafes in Peyruis

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café de France

Castles in Peyruis

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Peyruis

Banks in Peyruis

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Peyruis

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Cérévisia
Brasserie La Manosquine
La Brass Bastelle

Stadiums & Teams in Peyruis

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Peyruis

21 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Crévoux 0.0 $0
Orcières Merlette 0.0 $0
Chaillol 0.0 $0
Lus la Jarjatte 0.0 $0
Serre Eyraud 0.0 $0
Dévoluy 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes 0.0 $0
Laye 0.0 $0
Ancelle 0.0 $0
Risoul 0.0 $0
Station de ski de Reallon 0.0 $0
La Colle Saint Michel 0.0 $0
Céüse 0.0 $0
Les Orres 0.0 $0
Montclar 0.0 $0
Chabanon 0.0 $0
Domaine Skiable Espace Lumière 0.0 $0
Le Grand Puy 0.0 $0
Rassemblement cours ESF 0.0 $0
Le Seignus 0.0 $0
Station du Mont Serein 0.0 $0

Airports Near Peyruis

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Marseille Provence AirportMRSLarge Airport
Le Luc-Le Cannet AirfieldMedium Airport
Aix Les Milles airportSmall Airport
Aix-en-Provence Paramotor FieldSmall Airport
Altiport de La Motte ChalanconSmall Airport
Altisurface de BanonSmall Airport
Altisurface de FauconSmall Airport
Altisurface du Grand TerrusSmall Airport
Aspres-sur-Buëch AirfieldSmall Airport
Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons AirfieldBAESmall Airport
Basse Maure AirfieldSmall Airport
Brue Auriac St Estève AirfieldSmall Airport
Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban AirfieldSmall Airport
Clamensane AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Col de Lèques AirfieldSmall Airport
Colombe d'Eyguians AirfieldSmall Airport
Crots AirfieldSmall Airport
Cruis Mas des Grailles AirfieldSmall Airport
Flayosc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Gap-Tallard AirfieldGATSmall Airport
Jouques Bèdes AirfieldSmall Airport
La Motte-du-Caire Glider FieldSmall Airport
La Mure-Argens AirfieldSmall Airport
La Roquebrussanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Eyssagnes AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Queyrons AirfieldSmall Airport
Mont-Dauphin Saint-Crépin AirfieldSCPSmall Airport
Oraison AirfieldSmall Airport
Pampelonne AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Pourrières AirfieldSmall Airport
Puimoisson AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy AltiSurfaceSmall Airport
Saint-Martin AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Martin-de-Castillon AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Suffren Private Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ségriès AirfieldSmall Airport
Serres - La Bâtie-Montsaléon AirfieldSmall Airport
Seyne les Alpes Glider FieldSmall Airport
Sistéron-Vaumeilh AirfieldSmall Airport
Thèmes Ultralight Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Basse AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Chamatte AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface (2)Small Airport
Vinon AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Peyruis

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Peyruis

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle d'Augès
Chapelle Saint-Donat
Chapelle Saint-Roch
Chapelle Sainte-Magdeleine
Église prieuriale de Ganagobie
Église Saint-Nicolas

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 Peyruis

What is the population of Peyruis?

Peyruis has a population of 2,375 residents and is located in France. The population density is 265 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles.

Is Peyruis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,846, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $111,000 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $555 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Peyruis?

Peyruis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Peyruis?

The job market in Peyruis faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 142 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Peyruis?

The median home value in Peyruis is $111,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $555.

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