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Rodez, France

Occitanie · France

Rodez is a small city in Occitanie, France with a population of 28,337. Elevation: 2,057 ft (627 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
28,337 Population 6,559/sq mi density
2,057 ft Elevation 627 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
28.8 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, 10.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$114,600 home value, $573/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population28,337
Density6,559/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,987
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty16.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$114,600
Rent$573
Housing Units11,335
Rent Burden28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Population28,337
Population Density6,559 / sq mi
Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Coordinates44.3526°, 2.5734°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.8 inches (731 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,987

About Rodez

Rodez is a small city in France (Occitanie) with a population of 28,337. The city sits at an elevation of 2,057 feet (627 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Rodez is $23,987, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,700 business establishments.

Income: Rodez vs France

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above France avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above France avg
Establishments (County)1,700

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rodez is $114,600, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $573 (51% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,335 total housing units in the city. 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,600
59% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$573
51% below France avg
Rent Burden28.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,335

Property Tax

Climate in Rodez

Rodez has an average annual temperature of 11.9°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (22°C), the coldest is Jan (2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 846 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.2°C / 36°F -6.6° / 13° 56.3
Feb 5.4°C / 42°F -3.7° / 16.6° 48.5
Mar 7°C / 45°F -2.8° / 19° 57.8
Apr 9.3°C / 49°F -2.9° / 22° 67.5
May 13.4°C / 56°F 2.9° / 25.3° 83.7
Jun 18.5°C / 65°F 7.7° / 31.7° 91.5
Jul 21.6°C / 71°F 9.7° / 36.3° 40.3
Aug 22°C / 72°F 9.7° / 36.8° 42.1
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 4.1° / 32° 75.7
Oct 13.4°C / 56°F 3.9° / 24.2° 90.3
Nov 7.3°C / 45°F -3.6° / 18.2° 91.3
Dec 4.7°C / 40°F -4.4° / 14.5° 101.6
Rodez experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,057 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below France avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,057 ft (627 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density6,559/sq mi
Coordinates44.3526°N, 2.5734°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.8"
24% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 3.03"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

151 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 3, 2011.

Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 145 km
May 25, 1994 3 km NNE of Lézignan-Corbières, France M3.7 125 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 43 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 85 km
Jun 6, 1993 4 km ESE of Limoux, France M3.5 148 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 66 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 75 km
Sep 21, 2001 4 km NNE of Portet-sur-Garonne, France M3.3 128 km
Jul 28, 1991 3 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.3 110 km
May 14, 1995 8 km WNW of Massiac, France M3.2 112 km
Aug 6, 1997 5 km ENE of Laussonne, France M3.1 141 km
Sep 30, 1999 14 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.1 102 km
Apr 27, 1998 3 km NNW of Bozouls, France M3.1 19 km
May 11, 1995 8 km SE of Fontannes, France M3.1 140 km
Jun 29, 1991 7 km SSE of Neussargues, France M3.1 87 km
Oct 26, 1991 France M3.1 50 km
Jun 17, 1994 1 km SW of Langeac, France M3.1 109 km
May 12, 1990 13 km SSE of Saint-Flour, France M3.1 79 km
Sep 4, 1997 6 km S of Fabrezan, France M3.0 142 km
Sep 2, 1993 6 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.0 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (161 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in Wettest
June 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.5 in

Rodez has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 38°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Rodez

38 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École François-Mitterrand - - - -
CES Jean Moulin - - - -
École Jean-Albert Bessière - - - -
École Pierre Puel - - - -
GRETA - - - -
Collège Les Quatre Saisons - - - -
École primaire Saint-Viateur - - - -
Groupe scolaire Cardaillac - - - -
École primaire Gourgan - - - -
Groupe scolaire Cambon-Monteil - - - -
École Associative Calandreta - - - -
École Jean Laroche - - - -
Les Narcisses - - - -
Lycée Ferdinand Foch - - - -
Lycée Louis Querbes - Site Cedec - - - -
Lycée François d'Estaing - Site Denys Puech - - - -
Lycée François d'Estaing - Site Béteille - - - -
Centre Technique des Métiers - - - -
Lycée François d'Estaing - - - -
École primaire Gourgan - - - -
Collège Amans-Joseph Fabre - - - -
Lycées Ferdinand-Foch - - - -
Saint-Paul Rodez - - - -
Les Genêts - - - -
Sainte-Bernadette - - - -
École primaire Flaugergues - - - -
École Ferdinand Foch - - - -
École Monteil - - - -
École maternelle Paraire - - - -
École Cambon - - - -
Collège Saint-Viateur-Canaguet - - - -
École Émilie de Rodat - - - -
Lycée professionnel privé Saint-Joseph - - - -
Lycée professionnel privé Louis Querbes - - - -
École primaire privée La Calandréta - - - -
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Jean Moulin - - - -
Lycée Alexis-Monteil - - - -
École Paul Ramadier - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rodez

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RCF Occitanie religious MP3 320 kbps
100% Radio - Carcassonne - MP3 128 kbps
100% Radio русским гражданам .... в украине сейчас идет война ... силами рф наносятся удары по гражданской инфраструктуре в харькове ... киеве ... чернигове ... сумах ... ирпене и десятках других городов ... гибнут люди - и гражданское население ... и военные ... в том числе российские призывники ... которых бросили воевать ... чтобы лишить собственный народ доступа к информации ... правительство рф запретило называть войну войной ... закрыло независимые сми и принимает сейчас ряд диктаторских законов ... MP3 128 kbps
Radio Cagnac ancient music, chansons françaises MP3 128 kbps
Radio Saint Affrique - MP3 192 kbps
Radio CISBA - AAC+ 128 kbps
Totem Gard - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Rodez

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Espace dels Enfarinats - Espace des enfarinés
Espace Georges Rouquier
Eugène Viala
La Menuiserie
Maison Créative
Maison des vieux métiers et de la Forge
Musée des arts et métiers traditionnels
Musée des Beaux-Arts Denys-Puech
Musée du charroi rural
Musée du Rouergue
Musée du Scaphandre
Musée Fenaille
Musée Joseph-Fau
Musée Montrozier - Espace Archéologique
Musée Soulages
Musée Soulages
Musée Soulages
Terra Memoria
Trésor Médiéval de Conques

Libraries in Rodez

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de Druelle0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Espalion0.0
La Gageothèque0.0
Le plaisir de lire0.0
Livres en liberté0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque André Baudon0.0
Médiathèque d'Estaing0.0
Médiathèque de Luc-la-Primaube0.0
Médiathèque Intercommunale du Réquistanais0.0
Médiathèque Le Cantou0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale "Paul Géraldini"0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Rodez0.0

Farmers Markets in Rodez

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Foirail aux bovins
Foirail aux brebis

Hotels in Rodez

19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Campanile
Château de Fontanges
Deltour Hôtel Rodez Bourran
First Rodez
Hostellerie de Fontanges
Hôtel Biney
Hôtel de la Tour Maje
Hôtel du Clocher
Hôtel du Midi
Hôtel Ibis Rodez Centre
Hôtel Kyriad
Hôtel le Concorde
Hôtel Mercure
Hôtel Restaurant Beauséjour
Ibis Budget Rodez
L’Hôtel Bastide
Le Charleston
Le Ruthenium
Première Classe Rodez

Cafes in Rodez

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baguette Victoire
Café Ruthéna
Le Café du Marché
Le petit Moka
Le Salon des Rosiers
Les Thé d'Òc
Trinquons

Cinemas in Rodez

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CGR Rodez

Theatres in Rodez

5 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amphithéâtre de Rodez
La Baleine
Le Club
Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture Pierre Maynadier
Salle Paul Astruc

Monuments in Rodez

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ancien Haras national de Rodez
Ancien Haras national de Rodez
Ancien Haras national de Rodez

Castles in Rodez

3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Canac
Château de Floyrac
Manoir de Saint-Félix

Clinics in Rodez

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Unité Médico-Psychologique pour Enfants (UMPE)

Dentists in Rodez

9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Dentaire de l’Aveyron
Carnus
Chirurgiens-dentistes spécialistes en orthodontie
FR #10853969671
FR #12957775981
FR #13307926728
FR #6073977687
FR #8342974170
FR #9118592375

Veterinaries in Rodez

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Vétérinaire des Moutiers - AV3S
Clinique vétérinaire des Quatre-Saisons

Train Stations in Rodez

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rodez

Bus Stations in Rodez

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gare Routière de Rodez

Gas Stations in Rodez

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CAREL Service Station
Dyneff
FR #1968705675
Intermarché
Station Service E. Leclerc
Station Service E.Leclerc
Station U
Total Onet le Chateau

Banks in Rodez

23 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Populaire
Banque Populaire
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
Caisse d'Épargne
Caisse d'épargne - Agence Onet Quatre-Saisons
Caisse d'Épargne - agence Rodez Raynaldy
Casden
CIC
CIC- Agence Onet le Château
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole agence des Quatre Saisons
Crédit Agricole agence Rodez Centre
Crédit Mutuel
Crédit Mutuel Enseignant Aveyron
Groupama
La Banque Postale
LCL
NMP Patrimmonial - Crédit Agricole
SG - Agence Onet le château
Société Générale - agence de Rodez préfecture

Gyms in Rodez

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Training Studio
Salle de fitness BODYFIT RODEZ

Golf Courses in Rodez

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golf du Grand Rodez

Breweries in Rodez

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Calmettoise
La StAtion

Stadiums & Teams in Rodez

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Rodez

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski de Brameloup 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Laguiole 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Rodez

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albi Le Sequestre airportLBIMedium Airport
Aurillac airportAURMedium Airport
Rodez–Aveyron AirportRDZMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Gaillac - Lisle-sur-Tarn-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Graulhet-Montdragon-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Villefranche de Rouergue-Small Airport
Albi Castelvert Airfield-Small Airport
Altisurface de La Taillade-Small Airport
Bédarieux La Tour Airfield-Small Airport
Bozouls Airfield-Small Airport
Calviac Airfield-Small Airport
Cassagnes-Bégonhès Airfield-Small Airport
Conques Airfield-Small Airport
Fenestres Airfield-Small Airport
Graissac le Faula Airfield-Small Airport
Le Bruel Airfield-Small Airport
Le Peuch Airfield-Small Airport
Les Bories Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Les Chansèves Airfield-Small Airport
Mas Nouguier Airfield-Small Airport
Millau-Larzac Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Félix de Lunel Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Médard de Presque Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Affrique-Belmont Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Flour-Coltines Airfield-Small Airport
Sarrans Cantoin Airfield-Small Airport
Ste Croix Airfield-Small Airport
Thérondels Douzalbats Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rodez

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste
Rodez

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rodez

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rodez
Chapelle des Sœurs franciscaines
Chapelle du Carmel
Église de Gourgan
Église de Jésus-Christ des saints des derniers jours
Église du Sacré-Coeur
Église Réformée Évangélique
Église Saint-Amans - XVIIIe
Église Saint-Joseph l'Artisan
Le Royaume
Mosquée de Rodez
Temple

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 Rodez

What is the population of Rodez?

Rodez has a population of 28,337 residents and is located in France. The population density is 6,559 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.

Is Rodez expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,987, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $114,600 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $573 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Rodez?

Rodez has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.

How is the job market in Rodez?

The job market in Rodez faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,700 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rodez?

The median home value in Rodez is $114,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $573.

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