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Saint-Galmier, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Saint-Galmier is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 5,485. Elevation: 1,289 ft (393 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,485 Population 729/sq mi density
1,289 ft Elevation 393 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$28,814 Median Income
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Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$28,814 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$112,800 home value, $564/mo rent

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About Saint-Galmier

Saint-Galmier

Saint-Galmier is a city in eastern France. It is a commune in Loire department, and belongs to the arrondissement of Montbrison. Saint-Galmier covers an area of 19.5 square kilometers. As of 2023, the population of the commune was 5,829.

People

Population5,485
Density729/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,814
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty6.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$112,800
Rent$564
Housing Units2,194
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,289 ft (393 m)
Population5,485
Population Density729 / sq mi
Elevation1,289 ft (393 m)
Coordinates45.5979°, 4.3109°
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$28,814

About Saint-Galmier

Saint-Galmier is a small city in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 5,485. The city sits at an elevation of 1,289 feet (393 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 Saint-Galmier is $28,814, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (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 329 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Galmier vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,814
62% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above France avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below France avg
Establishments (County)329

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Galmier is $112,800, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $564 (52% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,194 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 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,800
60% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$564
52% below France avg
Rent Burden26.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,194

Property Tax

Saint-Galmier 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 1,289 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

Elevation1,289 ft (393 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.5 km²)
Population Density729/sq mi
Coordinates45.5979°N, 4.3109°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below France avg
Snowfall 10.5"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

369 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 M4.5 137 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 139 km
Aug 3, 2011 4 km ESE of Barjac, France M4.3 145 km
May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 150 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 117 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 95 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 86 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 91 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 141 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 107 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 142 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 124 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 94 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 86 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 121 km
Jul 20, 1996 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France M3.7 142 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 119 km
Jul 25, 2002 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.5 70 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 123 km
Feb 21, 1993 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France M3.5 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (106 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 106 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Wettest
October 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in

Saint-Galmier has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Saint-Galmier

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle Petit Prince
École élémentaire La Colombe
SEGPA Collège Jules Romain
Collège Jules Romains
École élémentaire La Colombe
École primaire Saint-Joseph
Collège privé Sainte-Stéphanie
École OGEC
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Radio Stations near Saint-Galmier

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Espérance Grégorien christian MP3 128 kbps
Allzic Radio Brazil bossa nova, bossanova MP3 128 kbps
RadioDio dub, hip-hop MP3 160 kbps
Activ radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Ondaine MP3 256 kbps
Radio Dio 89.5 fm, alternative MP3 160 kbps
Allzic Radio Top 20 charts, dance MP3 128 kbps
Radio Calade classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
PROJET XY MP3
RFM party MP3 128 kbps
RFM PARTY 90 AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Saint-Galmier

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Atelier et conservatoire des Meilleurs Ouvriers de France
Centre d'interprétation des usages de l'eau de la vallée du Cotatay
Château de la Bâtie d'Urfé
Écomusée des Bruneaux
Espace archéologique Forez-Jarez
Explora
L'Aventure du Train
La Cabane
La Diana
La Ferme Foréziene
La Maison du Passementier
La Platine
La Rotonde
Maison des métiers
Maison du Patrimoine et de la Mesure
Maison du patrimoine et des lettres
Mémorial de la Résistance et de la Déportation de la Loire
Musée d'Allard
Musée d'archéologie
Musée d'Art et d'Industrie
Musée d'Art moderne et contemporain
Musée de l'Océanie
Musée de la mine Michel Rondet
Musée de la Mine Site Couriot
Musée des Arts Urbains et de Street Art
Musée des Civilisations - Daniel Pouget
Musée des Sapeurs Pompiers de la Loire
Musée des Transports Urbains de Saint-Étienne et sa région
Musée des Verts
Musée du Chapeau
Musée du tissage et de la soierie
Musée Jean-Marie Somet
Prieuré de Pommiers-en-Forez
Prieuré de Saint-Rambert

Libraries in Saint-Galmier

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives Municipales0.0
Au Jardin des Livres0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Andréï Roublev0.0
Bibliothèque Croq'livres0.0
Bibliothèque d'Art0.0
Bibliothèque d'Unias0.0
Bibliothèque de Boisset Lès Montrond0.0
Bibliothèque de Boisset St Priest0.0
Bibliothèque de Chalain d'Uzore0.0
Bibliothèque de Chalain le Comtal0.0
Bibliothèque de Chenereilles0.0
Bibliothèque de l'Hôpital le Grand0.0
Bibliothèque de Luriecq0.0
Bibliothèque de Magneux-Haute-Rive0.0
Bibliothèque de Margerie-Chantagret0.0
Bibliothèque de Montverdun0.0
Bibliothèque de Précieux0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Etienne Le Molard0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Bonnet-Le-Chateau0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Cyprien0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Georges-Haute-Ville0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Thomas la Garde0.0
Bibliothèque de Sury-le-Comtal0.0
Bibliothèque de Valfleury0.0
Bibliothèque du Mémorial de la Résistance et de la Déportation0.0
Bibliothèque Jean Laude0.0
Bibliothèque L'Arc en ciel0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
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 municipale Jules Verne0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Louis Aragon0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Michel Durafour0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire sciences0.0
Espace Mosaïk0.0
L’Esperluette0.0
Le Marque-Page0.0
Les Passerelles0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Cité du Design0.0
Médiathèque de Balbigny0.0
Médiathèque de Bonson0.0
Médiathèque de Carnot0.0
Médiathèque de Cellieu0.0
Médiathèque de La Cotonne0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-André-le-Puy0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Marcellin en Forez0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Romain-en-Jarez0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Romain-le-Puy0.0
Médiathèque de Savigneux0.0
Médiathèque de Tarentaize0.0
Médiathèque de Terrenoire0.0
Médiathèque de Tréfilerie0.0
Médiathèque de Villars0.0
Médiathèque Jeune Public Solaure0.0
Médiathèque Loire Forez – Saint-Just Saint-Rambert0.0
Médiathèque Loire Forez Montbrison0.0
Médiathèque Louise Labé0.0
Médiathèque Mot@Mot0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Beaulieu0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Saint-Héand0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Galmier

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle aux veaux
Halle du Marché
Halles Essentielles
Marché Bio Albert Thomas
Marché Cours Fauriel
Marché de Bellevue
Marché de Carnot
Marché de Chavanelle
Marché de Côte-Chaude
Marché de Jacquard
Marché de la Métare
Marché de la place de la Rivière
Marché de la Talaudière
Marché de Massenet
Marché de Moingt
Marché de Montplaisir
Marché de Montreynaud
Marché de producteurs Albert Thomas
Marché de producteurs Bel-Air
Marché de Saint-François
Marché de Saint-Roch
Marché du Soleil

Hotels in Saint-Galmier

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Charpinière

Cafes in Saint-Galmier

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Brasserie de Saint-Galmier
Le Melti-Bar

Cinemas in Saint-Galmier

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Colisée

Veterinaries in Saint-Galmier

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vétérinaires des Bulles Vertes

Banks in Saint-Galmier

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caisse d'Épargne
LCL

Breweries in Saint-Galmier

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
BIM
Brasserie de la Loire
Brasserie les Bulles Foréziennes
La Brasserie Stéphanoise
La Farlodoise
Phylum Fungi

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Galmier

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Galmier

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Les Estables 0.0 $0
Espace Liberté de Chaudeyrac 0.0 $0
Domaine Nordique du Meygal 0.0 $0
Prabouré 0.0 $0
Chalmazel 0.0 $0
La Loge des Gardes 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Galmier

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Mâcon-Charnay AirfieldMedium Airport
Roanne-Renaison AirportRNEMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Feurs - ChambéonSmall Airport
Altisurface de la JasserieSmall Airport
Ambert - Le Poyet AirfieldSmall Airport
Assieu Paramotor AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM de ChaneinsSmall Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon AirfieldSmall Airport
Bibost AirfieldSmall Airport
Champis 07 AirfieldSmall Airport
Col du Béal AltiportSmall Airport
Cret de Montieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Deyras Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Forez Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Grand Champ AirfieldSmall Airport
La Clayette Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La jalabertière AirfieldSmall Airport
La Sauvetat Aubusson-d'Auvergne AirfieldSmall Airport
Lapalisse - Périgny AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Parasoir AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Puy-Loudes AirfieldLPYSmall Airport
Les Vastres AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Brindas AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Corbas AirfieldSmall Airport
Mionnay Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Montverdun AirfieldSmall Airport
Mounier Haut AirfieldSmall Airport
Précieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Roanne Mably AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon AirfieldSmall Airport
St Galmier AirfieldSmall Airport
Vienne Reventin AirfieldSmall Airport
Villefranche-Tarare AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Galmier

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint-Galmier

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Galmier

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle de Madame Cherbouquet-Badoit
Église Saint-Galmier

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-Galmier

What is the population of Saint-Galmier?

Saint-Galmier has a population of 5,485 residents and is located in France. The population density is 729 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles.

Is Saint-Galmier expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,814, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,800 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $564 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saint-Galmier?

Saint-Galmier 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 Saint-Galmier?

The unemployment rate in Saint-Galmier is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 329 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Galmier?

The median home value in Saint-Galmier is $112,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $564.

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