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Saint-Jean-de-Niost, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Saint-Jean-de-Niost is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,357. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,357 Population 165/sq mi density
755 ft Elevation 230 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
42.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$30,391 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,391 median income, 4.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$154,200 home value, $771/mo rent

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About Saint-Jean-de-Niost

Saint-Jean-de-Niost

Saint-Jean-de-Niost is a commune in the Ain department in eastern France.

People

Population1,357
Density165/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,391
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$154,200
Rent$771
Housing Units543
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Population1,357
Population Density165 / sq mi
Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Coordinates45.8333°, 5.2167°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation42.6 inches (1,082 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$30,391

About Saint-Jean-de-Niost

Saint-Jean-de-Niost is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 1,357. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet (230 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Saint-Jean-de-Niost is $30,391, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 81 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Jean-de-Niost vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$30,391
60% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)81

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-Niost is $154,200, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below the national average of $1,163). There are 543 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,200
45% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units543

Property Tax

Climate in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

Saint-Jean-de-Niost 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-Jean-de-Niost enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above France avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates45.8333°N, 5.2167°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above France avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

485 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 62 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 84 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 90 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 124 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 64 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 109 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 90 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 106 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 20 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 40 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 126 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 125 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 129 km
Feb 23, 2001 2 km E of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 149 km
Feb 25, 2001 2 km W of Martigny-Ville, Switzerland M3.9 145 km
Oct 1, 2016 12 km ESE of Samoëns, France M3.8 130 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 70 km
Apr 10, 2005 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M3.8 118 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 39 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 19 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 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (174 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 174 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
July 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 38°F (4°C) 2.8 in Coldest

Saint-Jean-de-Niost has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 38°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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Radio Stations near Saint-Jean-de-Niost

45 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jazz Radio jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Jazz Radio Classic Jazz classical, jazz MP3 128 kbps
MRADIO FRANCE AAC+ 64 kbps
RadioCanut MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO MP3 128 kbps
8Beats MP3
Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canut eclectic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Générations Lyon french, french music MP3 128 kbps
Reggae Arte radio reggae MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Radio Scoop Powerdance dance AAC+ 64 kbps
Laurent DINE IGLESIAS dance, electro MP3 128 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
LYL Radio independent, music MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 MP3 128 kbps
Allzic Radio Zen calm, relax MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Metal metal MP3 320 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues AAC+ 64 kbps
radio béguin electro, funk MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio (CH) MP3 128 kbps
RCF Lyon christian MP3 128 kbps
AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge AAC+ 64 kbps
Les enfants du Rhône MP3 128 kbps
radio aléo local radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Scoop Bourg MP3 128 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) AAC 64 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 kbps
Tonic radio MP3 128 kbps
Virage radio Légende du rock MP3 128 kbps
JAZZ RADIO - Jazz & Classique MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO METAL MP3 128 kbps
Lyon Demain france, local news MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE METAL MP3 128 kbps
Virgin Radio Rock Party MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE METAL MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK FR MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE 80 MP3 128 kbps
PROJET XY MP3
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE Radio Rock Français MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pluriel MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apothicairerie de Montluel
Château des Allymes
Conservatoire de la Fondation Berliet
Espace Muséal de Gandil
Maison de la Photographie
Maison de la Pierre et du Ciment
Minéralogica
Missions 2070
Musée
Musée d'art et d'histoire locale de Montluel
Musée de Bourgoin-Jallieu
Musée de la Lauze
Musée de la vie rurale
Musée de la vigne de Vaux-en-Bugey
Musée des traditions bugistes
Musée du Cheminot
Musée du Vieux Pérouges
Musee Tour De Guet
Musée-galerie Clauorum
Musée-Maison du Patrimoine
OL Le Musée
Patrimoine, culture et traditions
Soieries Bonnet, Musée de l'Industrie de la Soie

Libraries in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Beligneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Chavanoz0.0
Bibliothèque de Four0.0
Bibliothèque de Jameyzieu0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaulx-Milieu0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaux-en-Bugey0.0
Bibliothèque des Fougères0.0
Bibliothèque des Roches0.0
Bibliothèque Georges Bazin0.0
Bibliothèque municipal de La Boisse0.0
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 municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Crémieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale La Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale La ronde des livres0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Paul Claudel0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Pierre Gamache0.0
Espace Pierre Poivre0.0
La Livrethèque0.0
Le Jardins des Lecteurs0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediatheque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Agnès Varda0.0
Médiathèque André Malraux0.0
Médiathèque Claudie Gallay0.0
Médiathèque d'Heyrieux0.0
Médiathèque de Bourgoin-Jallieu0.0
Médiathèque de Chalamont0.0
Médiathèque de Champfleuri0.0
Médiathèque de Diémoz0.0
Médiathèque de Ruy-Montceau0.0
Médiathèque de Villefontaine0.0
Médiathèque des collines0.0
Médiathèque et Ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque La Grenette0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Satolas-et-Bonce0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halle couverte
Marché de producteurs locaux
Marché du Pont d'Herbens

Castles in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Gourdans
Château Marcel

Breweries in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie "Le Berliet"
Brasserie des Ursulines
Brasserie Malt Emoi

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saint-Jean-de-Niost

15 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
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
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 $0
Col de Porte 0.0 $0
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 $0
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 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
Terre Ronde 0.0 $0
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 $0
Menthières 0.0 $0

Airports Near Saint-Jean-de-Niost

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)Medium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Grenoble Alpes Isère AirportGNBMedium Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Mâcon-Charnay AirfieldMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - MeximieuxSmall Airport
Altisurface de la JasserieSmall Airport
Arthenas AirfieldSmall Airport
Assieu Paramotor AirfieldSmall Airport
Base ULM d'IzenaveSmall Airport
Base ULM de ChaneinsSmall Airport
Base ULM de PolliatSmall Airport
Base ULM de Val-RevermontSmall Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray AirfieldSmall Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon AirfieldSmall Airport
Belley-Peyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Bibost AirfieldSmall Airport
Boissia AirfieldSmall Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat AirfieldSmall Airport
Brancion AirfieldSmall Airport
Chamonet AirfieldSmall Airport
Chanaz AirfieldSmall Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Corlier AltiportSmall Airport
Cret de Montieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Deyras Saint Victor AirfieldSmall Airport
Frontonas AirfieldSmall Airport
Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Grand Champ AirfieldSmall Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud AirfieldSmall Airport
La jalabertière AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tour-de-Pin AirfieldSmall Airport
La Tranclière Private AirstripSmall Airport
Lavours AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Parasoir AirfieldSmall Airport
Leyrieu AirfieldSmall Airport
Lumbin AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Brindas AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Corbas AirfieldSmall Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Mionnay Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Montaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Morestel AirfieldSmall Airport
Peronne - Moulin Chevraut AirfieldSmall Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Jean-de-Niost

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Jérôme
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Saint-Jean-de-Niost

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-Jean-de-Niost

What is the population of Saint-Jean-de-Niost?

Saint-Jean-de-Niost has a population of 1,357 residents and is located in France. The population density is 165 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles.

Is Saint-Jean-de-Niost expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,391, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $154,200 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Saint-Jean-de-Niost?

Saint-Jean-de-Niost enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Jean-de-Niost?

Saint-Jean-de-Niost has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 81 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Jean-de-Niost?

The median home value in Saint-Jean-de-Niost is $154,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $771.

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