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Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 3,174. Elevation: 2,320 ft (707 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,174 Population 60/sq mi density
2,320 ft Elevation 707 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
51.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$24,516 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$24,516 median income, 9.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$125,800 home value, $629/mo rent

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About Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne is a commune in the Savoie department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in south-eastern France.

People

Population3,174
Density60/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$24,516
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$125,800
Rent$629
Housing Units1,270
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation2,320 ft (707 m)
Population3,174
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation2,320 ft (707 m)
Coordinates45.2201°, 6.4687°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,309 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.1 inches (61 cm)
Median Household Income$24,516

About Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 3,174. The city sits at an elevation of 2,320 feet (707 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne is $24,516, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (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 190 business establishments.

Income: Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$24,516
67% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)190

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne is $125,800, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $629 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,270 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$125,800
55% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$629
46% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,270

Property Tax

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,320 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below France avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,320 ft (707 m)
Area53.1 sq mi (137.5 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates45.2201°N, 6.4687°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.5"
36% above France avg
Snowfall 24.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,852 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on May 6, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 105 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 71 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 99 km
Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 43 km
Apr 19, 2009 1 km ENE of Bandito, Italy M4.5 121 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 89 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 96 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 97 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 57 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 83 km
Jul 25, 2011 5 km NW of Cantalupa, Italy M4.4 69 km
Nov 21, 1995 1 km SW of Collegno, Italy M4.4 86 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 94 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 21 km
Feb 11, 1990 northern Italy M4.3 93 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 149 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 99 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 107 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 69 km
Jul 30, 2016 0 km SSW of Fleccia-Chianavasso, Italy M4.2 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake - 650 149 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological - - 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 4.5 in
March 32°F (0°C) 4.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 44°F (6°C) 4.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 5.6 in Wettest
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.2 in

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 27°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École de la République - - - -
École maternelle le Centre - - - -
École élémentaire - - - -
École élémentaire Saint-Martin-d'Arc - - - -
Lycée des Métiers de la Montagne - - - -
Collège Paul Mougin - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
M2S Radio club, latino AAC 128 kbps
Montagne FM - MP3 96 kbps
Radio Alto hits, pop MP3 120 kbps

Museums in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carré Science
Cristal In Rock
Éco-Musée du Moulin
Ecomusée "Montricher autrefois"
Fort de Saint Gobain
Galerie Hydraulica
Machine room
Maison du Patrimoine
Musée d'art sacré
Musée de l'Aluminium
Musée de l'histoire d'Orelle
Musée de l'Union-grande
Musée de la Résistance - Rosine Perrier
Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois
Musée de St Martin
Musée des Allues
Musée des ardoisières
Musée des Costumes, Arts et Traditions Populaires
Musée Opinel
Museo d'Arte Religiosa Alpina di Melezet
Museo del Forte di Bramafam
Museo etnografico
Museo'Bar - Musée de la Frontière
Orelle Patrimoine
Scierie et moulin du Raffort

Libraries in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ancienne École0.0
Biblioteca Civica0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque d'Orelle0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Martin de Belleville0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne0.0
Bibliothèque des Allures0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale d'Orelle0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de La Grave0.0
Centre Culturel / mediathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0

Farmers Markets in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché couvert
Place de l'hôtel de ville

Hotels in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Bar Varcin
Hôtel du Galibier
Le Marintan
Le Savoy

Cafes in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Encas
Sas - Communauté de Communes Maurienne-Galibier

Cinemas in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Le Savoie

Train Stations in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Saint-Michel - Valloire

Bus Stations in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #166635238

Gas Stations in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agip
Carrefour
Total

Banks in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie du Grand Pic
Brasserie Galibier
Brasserie l'Antidote
L'Étoile des Neiges
La Voûte
Le Capricorne
Le Medzé-ry
Le Rendez-Vous

Stadiums & Teams in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

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Ski Resorts Near Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

110 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Crévoux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Station de ski de Reallon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Vars 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Vars/Risoul 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Risoul 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ancelle 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ceillac en Queyras 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Laye 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Skiable Saint-Léger-Les-Mélèzes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dévoluy 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Serre Eyraud 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Lus la Jarjatte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chaillol 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crissolo - Monviso Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Molines-en-Queyras - Saint-Véran 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Orcières Merlette 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ristolas en Queyras 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aiguilles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Arvieux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Abriès 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Puy-Saint-Vincent 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pelvoux-Vallouise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prali 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Claviere 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montgenèvre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Serre Chevalier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sestriere 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sansicario 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pragelato 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sauze D'Oulx 0.0 - - $0 - - -
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Deux Alpes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col d'Ornon 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Grave 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bardonecchia 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Chazelet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bardonecchia - Jafferau 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chiomonte Frais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpe d'Huez Grand Domaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Skiable Chamrousse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chamrousse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valfréjus 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valloire - Galibier Thabor 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Norma 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Albiez-Montrond 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Karellis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Sybelles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine de Beldina 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Corbier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aussois 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Espace Haute Maurienne Vanoise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les 7 Laux 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Val Thorens 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Val Cenis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Porte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine du Barioz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bessans 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les 3 Vallées 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade des Neiges du Barioz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Marcieu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bonneval-sur-Arc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pralognan-la-Vanoise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Collet d'Allevard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tremplins du Praz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Grand Domaine 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Nordique - Vallon de Champagny le Haut 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Bosses 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tignes - Val d'Isère 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Saut 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Ballet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Granier 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Entremonts 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Plagne 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Domaine Nordique Peisey-Vallandry 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Paradiski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sainte-Foy Tarentaise 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aillon-le-Jeune 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valgrisenche Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aillon-Margériaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Féclaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Col de Plainpalais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Rosière 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Arêches Beaufort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Plateau du Revard 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Thuile 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Sambuy Seythenex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Centro Fondo Arpy - Morgex 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Espace Diamant (Les Saisies) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Contamines 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Semnoz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jardin Enfants 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montmin - Col de la Forclaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Courmayeur 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crévacol 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Evasion Mont Blanc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Courmayeur Val Ferret 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Megève/Saint-Gervais 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Portes du Mont-Blanc 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Houches (Chamonix) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Clusaz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Tourchet (Chamonix) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aiguille du Midi (Chamonix) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stade de Slalom 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cordon 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Annecy Meythet airportNCYMedium Airport
Chambéry Aix les Bains airportCMFMedium Airport
Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield-Small Airport
Altiport de Vaugellaz-Small Airport
Altisurface de Valmorel-Small Airport
Altisurface du Glacier de la Chiaupe-Small Airport
Altisurface du Glacier Du Dome Du Gouter-Small Airport
Altisurface du Glacier Du Tacul-Small Airport
Aspres-sur-Buëch Airfield-Small Airport
Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux Airfield-Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield-Small Airport
Château de Montmeilleur Airfield-Small Airport
Col de Belledonne Altiport-Small Airport
Col de Sarenne Altiport-Small Airport
Col di Rhémes-Small Airport
Col du Palet Altiport-Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield-Small Airport
Courchevel AltiportCVFSmall Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface-Small Airport
Crots Airfield-Small Airport
Dôme de la Lauze Altisurface-Small Airport
Gh. de la Sassiere-Small Airport
Gh. del Léchaud-Small Airport
Gh. del Miravidi breul-Small Airport
Glacier d'Argentière Altiport-Small Airport
Glacier de l'Étendard Altisurface-Small Airport
Glacier de la Barbarate Altisurface-Small Airport
Glacier de la Grande Motte Altiport-Small Airport
Glacier de Talèfre Altiport-Small Airport
Glacier Lombard Altisurface-Small Airport
Granta Pareì ghiacciaio-Small Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud Airfield-Small Airport
L'Alpe d'Huez - Henri Giraud AltiportAHZSmall Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre Altisurface-Small Airport
L'Arpette Altisurface-Small Airport
La Tovière Altiport-Small Airport
Lavours Airfield-Small Airport
Les Eyssagnes Airfield-Small Airport
Lumbin Airfield-Small Airport
Megève AltiportMVVSmall Airport
Mens Airstrip-Small Airport
Méribel AltiportMFXSmall Airport
Mont-Dauphin Saint-Crépin AirfieldSCPSmall Airport
Nevaio del Fallére altiporto-Small Airport
Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette Altisurface-Small Airport
Oulles-La Bergerie Altisurface-Small Airport
Pointe de l'Ouillon Altisurface-Small Airport
Rutor Glacier Altiport-Small Airport
Saint Vincent de Mercuze Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy AltiSurface-Small Airport

Post Offices in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle de la Visitation
Chapelle des Basilières
Chapelle du Bois Dessus
Chapelle Saint-Benoît
Chapelle Saint-François
Chapelle Saint-Georges
Chapelle Saint-Grégoire
Chapelle Saint-Vincent
Chapelle Sainte-Anne
Chapelle Sainte-Anne
Chapelle Sainte-Brigitte
Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Saint-Martin
Église Saint-Michel-Archange
Saint-Joseph

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-Michel-de-Maurienne

What is the population of Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne?

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne has a population of 3,174 residents and is located in France. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 53.1 square miles.

Is Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,516, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,800 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $629 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-Michel-de-Maurienne?

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne?

The job market in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 190 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne?

The median home value in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne is $125,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $629.

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