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Trans-en-Provence, France

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France

Trans-en-Provence is a small city in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with a population of 5,209. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,209 Population 794/sq mi density
495 ft Elevation 151 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,762 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$26,762 median income, 11.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$129,800 home value, $649/mo rent

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About Trans-en-Provence


In the Trans-en-Provence case, an unidentified flying object is claimed to have left physical evidence in the form of burnt residue on a field. The event took place on 8 January 1981, outside the town of Trans-en-Provence in the French department of Var. It was described in Popular Mechanics as "perhaps the most completely and carefully documented sighting of all time."

People

Population5,209
Density794/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$26,762
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty11.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$129,800
Rent$649
Housing Units2,084
Rent Burden27.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Population5,209
Population Density794 / sq mi
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Coordinates43.5033°, 6.4864°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (818 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,762

About Trans-en-Provence

Trans-en-Provence is a small city in France (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur) with a population of 5,209. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Trans-en-Provence is $26,762, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 313 business establishments.

Income: Trans-en-Provence vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$26,762
64% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above France avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below France avg
Establishments (County)313

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Trans-en-Provence is $129,800, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $649 (44% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,084 total housing units in the city. 27.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,800
54% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$649
44% below France avg
Rent Burden27.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,084

Property Tax

Trans-en-Provence experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above France avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²)
Population Density794/sq mi
Coordinates43.5033°N, 6.4864°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.41"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,598 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 20, 2025.

Oct 31, 1997 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France M4.8 86 km
Apr 7, 2014 7 km SE of Guillestre, France M4.8 124 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km NE of Melle, Italy M4.6 137 km
Mar 14, 2001 34 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy M4.6 132 km
Feb 25, 2001 28 km SSE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.6 79 km
Mar 2, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.5 111 km
Oct 3, 2012 2 km N of Melle, Italy M4.5 137 km
Apr 21, 1995 4 km ESE of Menton, France M4.4 91 km
Jan 20, 1994 1 km SW of Melle, Italy M4.3 134 km
Feb 26, 2012 13 km ESE of Embrun, France M4.2 116 km
Feb 27, 2012 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 111 km
Nov 8, 1997 1 km WSW of Caprauna, Italy M4.1 135 km
May 16, 2023 16 km W of Pleyne, Italy M4.1 120 km
Sep 14, 2024 62 km SE of Ramatuelle, France M4.1 92 km
Apr 11, 1998 1 km SW of Oncino, Italy M4.1 141 km
Feb 18, 1996 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 143 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 141 km
Jul 14, 2014 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.1 110 km
Apr 24, 1995 14 km SE of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France M4.0 79 km
Jun 22, 2014 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France M4.0 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 FRENCH RIVIERA (LIGURIAN SEA) Meteorological 10.0 m 9 65 km
1968 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Earthquake 3.0 m 137 km
2004 MARSEILLES Meteorological 93 km
1564 LIGURIA-COTE D'AZUR Eruption + Earthquake 650 86 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in Wettest
November 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in

Trans-en-Provence has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 42°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Trans-en-Provence

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Groupe scolaire Jean Moulin
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Radio Stations near Trans-en-Provence

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM 80 FUNKY MUSIC 80's, disco MP3 192 kbps
Radio Couleur Sud généraliste, provence MP3 320 kbps
Veronica 60's & 70's pop rock MP3 96 kbps
Ràdio Nissa Pantai music, occitan MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Trans-en-Provence

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'histoire et d'étude des troupes d'outre-mer (CHEtom°
Eco-musée du Pays de Fayence
Hôtel Départemental des Expositions du Var
La Maison de la Préhistoire J.Landréat - F.Puigdellivol
La Tour Carrée
Maison de l'Histoire des Arcs
Maison des Papillons
Maison des Sapeurs-Pompiers du Var
Maison du Patrimoine
Maison Waldberg
Mini musée de plein air archéologique
Musée Camos
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée d'Histoire Locale de Fréjus
Musée d'Histoire Maritime de Saint-Tropez
Musée de Faykod
Musée de l'Annonciade
Musée de l'Artillerie
Musée de l'Histoire et des traditions mottoises
Musée de la gendarmerie et du cinéma
Musée de la justice
Musée de la Libération
Musée de la Mécanographie
Musée des Arts et Traditions Populaires
Musée des Fossiles & Minéraux
Musée des Troupes de Marine
Musée du Garde Champêtre
Musée Maria DE FAYKOD
ORGANuGAMMusEum
Venet Foundation

Libraries in Trans-en-Provence

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives Départementales du Var0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Jean Salomone0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Espace municipal Léon Gambetta0.0
Le Pigeonnier0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Communautaire0.0
Médiathèque de Lorgues0.0
Médiathèque du Muy0.0
Médiathèque Jacqueline de Romilly0.0

Farmers Markets in Trans-en-Provence

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Halle de Grimaud
Marché couvert
Marché de Port Grimaud
Marché Provençal
Place de la République
Place Le Bigot

Cafes in Trans-en-Provence

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café de la Gare

Clinics in Trans-en-Provence

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Infirmer

Dentists in Trans-en-Provence

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #8599313995

Veterinaries in Trans-en-Provence

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Groupe Vétérinaire Saint-Bernard

Gas Stations in Trans-en-Provence

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrefour
Total Access

Banks in Trans-en-Provence

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Gyms in Trans-en-Provence

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitness Park
Spartan gym

Breweries in Trans-en-Provence

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Dracénoise
La Bodega

Stadiums & Teams in Trans-en-Provence

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Trans-en-Provence

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
L'Audibergue 0.0 $0
Gréolières-Les-Neiges 0.0 $0
La Colle Saint Michel 0.0 $0
Roubion-Les-Buisses 0.0 $0
Domaine skiable Valberg 0.0 $0
Val Pelens 0.0 $0
Isola 2000 0.0 $0
Ratery 0.0 $0

Airports Near Trans-en-Provence

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nice-Côte d'Azur AirportNCELarge Airport
Cannes Mandelieu AirportCEQMedium Airport
Le Castellet AirportCTTMedium Airport
Le Luc-Le Cannet AirfieldMedium Airport
Toulon-Hyères AirportTLNMedium Airport
Basse Maure AirfieldSmall Airport
Brue Auriac St Estève AirfieldSmall Airport
Château-Arnoux-Saint-Auban AirfieldSmall Airport
Cipières Alpes d'Azur Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Cogolin Grimaud AirfieldSmall Airport
Col de Lèques AirfieldSmall Airport
Cruis Mas des Grailles AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuers-Pierrefeu AirfieldSmall Airport
Fayence-Tourrettes AirfieldSmall Airport
Flayosc Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Fréjus Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Isola 2000 AltisurfaceSmall Airport
La Limate AirfieldSmall Airport
La Môle AirportLTTSmall Airport
La Mure-Argens AirfieldSmall Airport
La Roquebrussanne AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Queyrons AirfieldSmall Airport
Les Valettes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Oraison AirfieldSmall Airport
Pampelonne AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Puimoisson AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-André-les-Alpes Glider Landing FieldSmall Airport
Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Ségriès AirfieldSmall Airport
Thèmes Ultralight Club AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Basse AirfieldSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Chamatte AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Thorame-Haute Les Serres Altisurface (2)Small Airport
Valberg AltisurfaceSmall Airport
Vinon AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Trans-en-Provence

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Trans en Provence

Treatment Centers in Trans-en-Provence

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique Les Espérels

Churches & Religious Organizations in Trans-en-Provence

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Victor

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 Trans-en-Provence

What is the population of Trans-en-Provence?

Trans-en-Provence has a population of 5,209 residents and is located in France. The population density is 794 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles.

Is Trans-en-Provence expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,762, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,800 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $649 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Trans-en-Provence?

Trans-en-Provence has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Trans-en-Provence?

The job market in Trans-en-Provence faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 313 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Trans-en-Provence?

The median home value in Trans-en-Provence is $129,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $649.

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