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Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,265. Elevation: 1,401 ft (427 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,265 Population 2,144/sq mi density
1,401 ft Elevation 427 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$22,594 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,594 median income, 12.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$123,200 home value, $616/mo rent

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About Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière is a commune in the Rhône department of France.

People

Population1,265
Density2,144/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,594
Unemployment12.2%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$123,200
Rent$616
Housing Units506
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)
Population1,265
Population Density2,144 / sq mi
Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)
Coordinates45.7082°, 4.4703°
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$22,594

About Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 1,265. The city sits at an elevation of 1,401 feet (427 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 Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière is $22,594, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.2% (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 76 business establishments.

Income: Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$22,594
70% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.2%
239% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière is $123,200, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $616 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 506 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 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,200
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$616
47% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units506

Property Tax

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière 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 1,401 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

Elevation1,401 ft (427 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density2,144/sq mi
Coordinates45.7082°N, 4.4703°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below France avg
Snowfall 10.5"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 150 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 141 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 122 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 123 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 114 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 79 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 76 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 133 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 94 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 82 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 127 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 128 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 79 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 130 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 76 km
Jul 20, 1996 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France M3.7 126 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 125 km
Aug 6, 1997 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France M3.6 144 km
Feb 21, 1993 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France M3.5 58 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (117 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 3.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle Simone Veil — — — —
École élémentaire Simone Veil — — — —
Collège Val d'Argent — — — —
École primaire privée Sainte-Marie — — — —
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Radio Stations near Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

51 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
Radio Espérance Grégorien christian MP3 128 kbps
RadioCanut — MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO — MP3 128 kbps
8Beats — MP3
Allzic Radio Brazil bossa nova, bossanova MP3 128 kbps
Reggae Arte radio reggae MP3 128 kbps
Radio Scoop Powerdance dance AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Canut eclectic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Générations Lyon french, french music MP3 128 kbps
Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Laurent DINE IGLESIAS dance, electro MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Metal metal MP3 320 kbps
LYL Radio independent, music MP3 192 kbps
Activ radio — MP3 320 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
radio béguin electro, funk MP3 192 kbps
RadioDio dub, hip-hop MP3 160 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station — MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues — AAC+ 64 kbps
Allzic Radio Zen calm, relax MP3 128 kbps
Radio Ondaine — MP3 256 kbps
Jazz Radio (CH) — MP3 128 kbps
Tonic radio — MP3 128 kbps
AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge — AAC+ 64 kbps
RFM party — MP3 128 kbps
RCF Lyon christian MP3 128 kbps
RFM PARTY 90 — AAC+ 128 kbps
Les enfants du Rhône — MP3 128 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 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
Radio Calade classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE Radio Rock Français — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pluriel — MP3 320 kbps
Allzic Radio Top 20 charts, dance MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dio 89.5 fm, alternative MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fossilea
L'Araire
L'Aventure du Train
La Ferme Foréziene
La maison du blanchisseur
La Mourine - maison des forgerons
Maison de pays
Maison des métiers
Maison du Patrimoine et de la Mesure
Musée Antoine Brun
Musée Chazay d'Azergues
Musée d'Art moderne et contemporain
Musée de l'Océanie
Musée de la Mine et de la minéralogie
Musée de la vallée de la Truche
Musée de sciences biologiques Docteur Mérieux
Musée des Arts Urbains et de Street Art
Musée des Civilisations - Daniel Pouget
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
Musée John Mc Grew
Musée l'Histoire du Vigneron en Beaujolais
Musée Paul Buyer
Musée-Théâtre Guignol
Prieuré de Saint-Rambert

Libraries in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
A.B.C. Bibliothèque0.0
Au Jardin des Livres0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Courz'y lire0.0
Bibliothèque Croq'livres0.0
Bibliothèque d'Unias0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Cyprien0.0
Bibliothèque de Valfleury0.0
Bibliothèque Jean Laude0.0
Bibliothèque L'Arc en ciel0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
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 municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Espace Mosaïk0.0
Le Marque-Page0.0
Les Passerelles0.0
Maison de La Tour0.0
Maison des Associations0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathéque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediatheque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiatheque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Antoine de Saint-Exupéry0.0
Médiathéque de Brindas0.0
Médiathèque de Cellieu0.0
Médiathèque de lentilly0.0
Médiathèque de Marcy L'Etoile0.0
Médiathèque de Saint Laurent d'Oingt0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-André-le-Puy0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Romain-en-Jarez0.0
Médiathéque de Thurins0.0
Médiathèque de Villars0.0
Médiathèque Jean-Besson0.0
Médiathèque L'Envol des Mots0.0
Médiathèque Loire Forez – Saint-Just Saint-Rambert0.0
Médiathèque Louis Aragon0.0
Médiathèque Louise Labé0.0
Médiathèque Louise Labé0.0
Médiathèque Ludothèque Yves Duteil0.0
Médiathèque Michel Courot0.0
Médiathèque Mot@Mot0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Pollionnay0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Saint-Héand0.0
Médiathèque Paul Rigaut0.0
Mots Passants0.0

Farmers Markets in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle aux veaux
Halle des Marchés
Halle du Marché
Halles Essentielles
Le Chapis
Marché biologique des Clarines
Marché Bonne Mine
Marché de Genilac
Marché de la Talaudière
Marché de Montreynaud
Marché de producteur locaux
Marché de producteurs Bio
Marché de Thurins
Place Lisfranc

Castles in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château du marquis de Fenoyl

Banks in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Breweries in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de la Loire
Brasserie Kachmar
Ferme de la Quintillière - Bière Busard
La Bière du Berger
La Farlodoise
La Mousse du Hérisson
La Part des Autres
La Part des Autres
La Soyeuse
Microbrasserie La Chénou
Ninkasi
Virage 7

Stadiums & Teams in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

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Ski Resorts Near Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Domaine Nordique du Meygal 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Prabouré 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chalmazel 0.0 — — $0 — — —
La Loge des Gardes 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

45 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lyon Saint-Exupéry AirportLYSLarge Airport
Lyon Bron AirportLYNMedium Airport
Mâcon-Charnay Airfield—Medium Airport
Roanne-Renaison AirportRNEMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Saint-Yan AirportSYTMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Feurs - Chambéon—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul—Small Airport
Altisurface de la Jasserie—Small Airport
Ambert - Le Poyet Airfield—Small Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Assieu Paramotor Airfield—Small Airport
Base ULM de Chaneins—Small Airport
Base ULM de Polliat—Small Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield—Small Airport
Bibost Airfield—Small Airport
Col du Béal Altiport—Small Airport
Cret de Montieux Airfield—Small Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield—Small Airport
Forez Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield—Small Airport
Gite de l'Aviateur Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Grand Champ Airfield—Small Airport
La Clayette Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
La jalabertière Airfield—Small Airport
Le Parasoir Airfield—Small Airport
Le Puy-Loudes AirfieldLPYSmall Airport
Les Vastres Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Brindas Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield—Small Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Montverdun Airfield—Small Airport
Peronne - Moulin Chevraut Airfield—Small Airport
Précieux Airfield—Small Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines Airfield—Small Airport
Roanne Mably Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme Airfield—Small Airport
Saint-Rambert-d'Albon Airfield—Small Airport
St Galmier Airfield—Small Airport
Vienne Reventin Airfield—Small Airport
Villefranche-Tarare Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Sainte-Foy

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 Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière

What is the population of Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière?

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière has a population of 1,265 residents and is located in France. The population density is 2,144 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,594, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,200 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $616 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 Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière?

Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière 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 Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière?

The job market in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 76 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière?

The median home value in Sainte-Foy-l'Argentière is $123,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $616.

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