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Saint-Chef, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Saint-Chef is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 3,265. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,265 Population 311/sq mi density
1,083 ft Elevation 330 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$28,112 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$28,112 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$127,800 home value, $639/mo rent

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About Saint-Chef

Saint-Chef

Saint-Chef is a commune in the Isère department in southeastern France.

People

Population3,265
Density311/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,112
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty6.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$127,800
Rent$639
Housing Units1,306
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Population3,265
Population Density311 / sq mi
Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Coordinates45.6359°, 5.3647°
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$28,112

About Saint-Chef

Saint-Chef is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 3,265. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet (330 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 Saint-Chef is $28,112, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 196 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Chef vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$28,112
63% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above France avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below France avg
Establishments (County)196

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Chef is $127,800, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,306 total housing units in the city. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,800
55% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$639
45% below France avg
Rent Burden26.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,306

Property Tax

Climate in Saint-Chef

Saint-Chef 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
Saint-Chef 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 1,083 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

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²)
Population Density311/sq mi
Coordinates45.6359°N, 5.3647°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"
19% above France avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

621 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 M4.6 135 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 64 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 72 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 87 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 64 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 134 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 90 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 65 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 33 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 144 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 139 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 96 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 129 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 103 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 15 km
Feb 17, 2008 8 km N of Saint-Rhémy, Italy M4.0 143 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 108 km
Feb 25, 2001 2 km W of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 140 km
Feb 23, 2001 2 km E of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 144 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 59 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 - - 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (187 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
February 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Saint-Chef has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 37°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (2.9").

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Schools in Saint-Chef

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
I.M.P. - - - -
École maternelle Le Bourg - - - -
École primaire Le Bourg - - - -
Collège Frédéric Dard - - - -
École élémentaire Louis Seigner - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saint-Chef

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VIRGIN RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
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
Alpes 1 Grenoble - MP3 128 kbps
Radio New's FM - MP3 192 kbps
All Piano Radio classical, classical piano MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues - AAC+ 64 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 kbps
Lyon Demain france, local news MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE 80 - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pluriel - MP3 320 kbps
Radio Grésivaudan local news, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Couleur Chartreuse - MP3
Air Gay Radio (GB) - AAC 64 kbps
Radio Italienne de Grenoble - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Chef

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Écomusée du patrimoine des métiers
Jean Devron
La Grange Chevrotière
La Grange Dimière
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 vie rurale
Musée des Liqueurs Cherry Rocher
Musée des Tisserands
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Gallo-Romain d'Aoste
Musée Hector-Berlioz
Musée Paléoécologique de Cerin
Musée-galerie Clauorum
Musée-Maison du Patrimoine
Museum of the wooden-sole galosh
Patrimoine, culture et traditions

Libraries in Saint-Chef

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Arcolade0.0
Bibliothèque de Beligneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Chavanoz0.0
Bibliothèque de Four0.0
Bibliothèque de Jameyzieu0.0
Bibliothèque de la Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque de Paladru0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaulx-Milieu0.0
Bibliothèque des Fougères0.0
Bibliothèque des Roches0.0
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 municipale de Crémieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Montagnieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale La Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale La ronde des livres0.0
La Fée Verte0.0
La Sirène0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediatheque0.0
Médiathèque Agnès Varda0.0
Médiathèque André Malraux0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère0.0
Médiathèque Claudie Gallay0.0
Médiathèque de Bourgoin-Jallieu0.0
Médiathèque de Champfleuri0.0
Médiathèque de l'orangerie0.0
Médiathèque de Ruy-Montceau0.0
Médiathèque de Villefontaine0.0
Médiathèque des collines0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque des Vallons de la Tour0.0
Médiathèque et Ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque et ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque Les Abrets en Dauphiné0.0
Médiathèque Les Rondiers0.0
Médiathèque Satolas-et-Bonce0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Chef

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ferme de la Cassole
Marché
Marché de Charavines

Cafes in Saint-Chef

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café de la Mairie

Castles in Saint-Chef

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château de Saint-Chef
Château de Villeneuve
Château du Marchil
Château Garnier

Gas Stations in Saint-Chef

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #2328293181

Breweries in Saint-Chef

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Faux Semblables
Brasserie des Ursulines
Brasserie Thetys
La Maiz'
Les Bières du Temps

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Chef

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Ski Resorts Near Saint-Chef

34 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 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 Granier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Entremonts 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Porte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Féclaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plateau du Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Terre Ronde 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Menthières 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 - - -
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 - - -

Airports Near Saint-Chef

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
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium 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
Belleville Villié Morgon 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
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield-Small Airport
Corlier Altiport-Small Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface-Small Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield-Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield-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 Brindas Airfield-Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield-Small Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd Airfield-Small Airport
Montaud Airfield-Small Airport
Morestel Airfield-Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface-Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Chef

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint-Chef

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Chef

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abbatiale Saint-Theudère
Église Saint-Maurice

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 Saint-Chef

What is the population of Saint-Chef?

Saint-Chef has a population of 3,265 residents and is located in France. The population density is 311 people per square mile, spread across 10.5 square miles.

Is Saint-Chef expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,112, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $127,800 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saint-Chef?

Saint-Chef 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 Saint-Chef?

The job market in Saint-Chef faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 196 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Chef?

The median home value in Saint-Chef is $127,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $639.

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