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Rousson, France

Occitanie · France

Rousson is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 3,329. Elevation: 1,014 ft (309 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,329 Population 444/sq mi density
1,014 ft Elevation 309 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
26.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,652 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$23,652 median income, 12.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $650/mo rent

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About Rousson

Rousson

Rousson is a commune in the Gard department in southern France.

People

Population3,329
Density444/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$23,652
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$650
Housing Units1,332
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Population3,329
Population Density444 / sq mi
Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Coordinates44.1971°, 4.1448°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation26.0 inches (660 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$23,652

About Rousson

Rousson is a small town in France (Occitanie) with a population of 3,329. The city sits at an elevation of 1,014 feet (309 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Rousson is $23,652, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 200 business establishments.

Income: Rousson vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,652
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above France avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below France avg
Establishments (County)200

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rousson is $130,000, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,332 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 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below France avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,332

Property Tax

Rousson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 299 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 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,014 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above France avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²)
Population Density444/sq mi
Coordinates44.1971°N, 4.1448°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.0"
32% below France avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.69"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

434 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 23 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 91 km
Oct 30, 1998 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.6 136 km
Jan 1, 1993 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.6 84 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 131 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 126 km
Sep 11, 1998 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France M3.4 142 km
Jan 28, 1992 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France M3.4 136 km
Jan 14, 1998 1 km E of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 135 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 123 km
May 27, 1998 3 km S of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 136 km
Jul 28, 1991 3 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.3 136 km
Jun 19, 1991 2 km NNE of Pourrières, France M3.3 148 km
Mar 5, 1997 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.3 137 km
May 22, 1992 7 km SE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France M3.3 92 km
Oct 22, 1994 14 km E of Gruissan, France M3.2 142 km
Feb 9, 1998 3 km E of Althen-des-Paluds, France M3.2 72 km
Aug 18, 1998 27 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France M3.2 140 km
May 14, 1995 8 km WNW of Massiac, France M3.2 147 km
Dec 11, 1991 1 km ENE of Simiane-Collongue, France M3.2 135 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 - - 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (198 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
February 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in Coldest

Rousson has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 42°F in December to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Rousson

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rousson

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Boombox Radio eurodance, funk MP3 320 kbps
RTS Nîmes - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Escapades - MP3 128 kbps
Platine 45 Radio 2000s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
Fréquence 7 - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Micheline - MP3 256 kbps
RCF Maguelone Hérault christian MP3 128 kbps
France Bleu Gard Lozère - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuze france, radio associative MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bartas local, music MP3 224 kbps
Rayvox alternative / indie, arts MP3 128 kbps
Info RC - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Rousson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biosphera, centre d'interprétation des vallées cévenoles
capitelle
Du système solaire aux galaxies
exposition photo permanente
Le Hameau des Buis - Ferme pédagogique
Le matériel de la vie d'avant
Maison du Mineur
Mas Daudet : Musée Alphonse Daudet
Mas de la Vignasse, Musée Alphonse Daudet
Mine Témoin d'Alès
Musée 1900
Musée Ardèche 1900
Musée d'Antan
Musée de la Mine
Musée de la Musique
Musée des Vans
Musée du Colombier
Musée du Désert
Musée du scribe
Musée Médiéval de Vagnas
Néovinum
Pierre André Benoit
Pôle Culturel et Scientifique de Rochebelle
Préhistorama
Sur les Traces des Premiers Dinosaures

Libraries in Rousson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arts’aux livres0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Communale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Daniel Viala0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale de la Jasse0.0
Claudine Chabrol0.0
La Biblio Lézan0.0
La rétive0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet0.0
Médiathèque de Rousson0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Christol-lez-Alès0.0
Médiathèque du Pays des vans0.0
Médiathèque Germinal0.0
Médiathèque Joachim Durand0.0

Farmers Markets in Rousson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Les producteurs au Feliz
Marché du Terroir
Marché hebdomadaire
Marché hebdomadaire
Market local (Sunday)
O P'tit Marché
Place Aristide Briand
Place Couverte
Place du Champ de Foire

Cinemas in Rousson

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auditorium

Castles in Rousson

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Trouillas

Breweries in Rousson

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Nova Céleste

Stadiums & Teams in Rousson

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Rousson

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski de Prat Peyrot 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station de ski Bleymard Mont Lozère 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Croix de Bauzon 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Rousson

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Montpellier-Méditerranée AirportMPLLarge Airport
Aérodrome d'Alès Cévennes-Medium Airport
Aubenas-South Ardèche AirportOBSMedium Airport
Mende-Brenoux AirfieldMENMedium Airport
Nîmes-Arles-Camargue AirportFNIMedium Airport
Orange-Caritat (BA 115) Air Base-Medium Airport
Aérodrome de Montpellier - Candillargues-Small Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Martin-de-Londres-Small Airport
Altiport du Bez-Small Airport
Altisurface Notre-Dame-des-Neiges-Abbaye-Small Airport
Avignon-Pujaut Airfield-Small Airport
Campagne Airfield-Small Airport
Champis 07 Airfield-Small Airport
Creysseilles les croix Airfield-Small Airport
Étoile-sur-Rhône Airfield-Small Airport
Florac Ste Enimie Airfield-Small Airport
La Grand'combe Airfield-Small Airport
Langogne-Lespéron Airfield-Small Airport
Le Grand Plantier Airfield-Small Airport
Le Mazet De Romanin Airfield-Small Airport
Montélimar-Ancône Airfield-Small Airport
Nîmes Courbessac Airfield-Small Airport
Pierrelatte Airfield-Small Airport
Pignan Airfield-Small Airport
Plaine de Lacan Airfield-Small Airport
Remoulins Private Airfield-Small Airport
Rouveirolle Airfield-Small Airport
Ruoms Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Drézéry Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Victor Airfield-Small Airport
Tornac Airfield-Small Airport
Uzès-Belvezet Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rousson

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rousson

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eglise Saint Michel
Église Saint-Martin

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 Rousson

What is the population of Rousson?

Rousson has a population of 3,329 residents and is located in France. The population density is 444 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles.

Is Rousson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,652, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $130,000 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Rousson?

Rousson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rousson?

The job market in Rousson faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 200 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rousson?

The median home value in Rousson is $130,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $650.

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