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Villefontaine, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Villefontaine is a small city in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 19,749. Elevation: 922 ft (281 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
19,749 Population 2,846/sq mi density
922 ft Elevation 281 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$21,265 Median Income
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Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$21,265 median income, 16.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$141,800 home value, $709/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population19,749
Density2,846/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$21,265
Unemployment16.0%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$141,800
Rent$709
Housing Units7,900
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Population19,749
Population Density2,846 / sq mi
Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Coordinates45.6128°, 5.1506°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$21,265

About Villefontaine

Villefontaine is a small city in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 19,749. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet (281 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Villefontaine is $21,265, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,185 business establishments.

Income: Villefontaine vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,265
72% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.0%
344% above France avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above France avg
Establishments (County)1,185

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Villefontaine is $141,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $709 (39% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,900 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,800
50% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$709
39% below France avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,900

Property Tax

Climate in Villefontaine

Villefontaine 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
Villefontaine enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above France avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (18.0 km²)
Population Density2,846/sq mi
Coordinates45.6128°N, 5.1506°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below France avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 11, 1991 5 km ESE of Briançon, France M4.6 147 km
Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 78 km
Mar 12, 2022 3 km S of Faverges, France M4.5 89 km
Dec 14, 1994 7 km SSE of Amancy, France M4.5 103 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 146 km
Jul 23, 1996 4 km W of Choisy, France M4.4 79 km
Jun 30, 2010 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M4.3 106 km
Jan 11, 1999 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France M4.2 70 km
Jan 7, 2013 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France M4.1 150 km
May 30, 2001 6 km N of Beaufort, France M4.1 113 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 42 km
May 25, 2003 4 km ESE of Valloire, France M4.0 116 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 23 km
Feb 14, 1990 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France M4.0 143 km
May 15, 1997 4 km WNW of Modane, France M3.9 123 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 31 km
Sep 4, 1995 5 km SE of Gruffy, France M3.8 77 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 42 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 38 km
Apr 10, 2005 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France M3.8 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (170 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
December 38°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest

Villefontaine has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 38°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Villefontaine

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle Pasteur — — — —
École élémentaire Pasteur — — — —
École maternelle L'Étang — — — —
École primaire L'Étang — — — —
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Louis Aragon — — — —
École maternelle Galilée — — — —
École primaire Galilée — — — —
Lycée Léonard de Vinci — — — —
Groupe scolaire n°13 Le Ruisseau — — — —
École primaire Buisson Rond — — — —
Collège Sonia Delaunay — — — —
Collège Louis Aragon — — — —
École primaire Mas de La Raz — — — —
Groupe scolaire Édouard Herriot — — — —
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Radio Stations near Villefontaine

43 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
Laurent DINE IGLESIAS dance, electro MP3 128 kbps
Reggae Arte radio reggae MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canut eclectic, rock MP3 128 kbps
Générations Lyon french, french music MP3 128 kbps
Millenium FM Electro DJ Webradio dance, dance music MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio - La radio de tous les Jazz jazz, soul MP3 192 kbps
Radio Scoop Powerdance dance AAC+ 64 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE La Rock Station — MP3 128 kbps
LYL Radio independent, music MP3 192 kbps
Allzic Radio Zen calm, relax MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Radio Blues — AAC+ 64 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 90 — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fuori Campo culture, italian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Metal metal MP3 320 kbps
radio béguin electro, funk MP3 192 kbps
Couleurs FM Nord-Isère local, local radio MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN FRANCE ROCK 80 — MP3 128 kbps
RCF Lyon christian MP3 128 kbps
Air Gay Radio (GB) — AAC 64 kbps
Jazz Radio (CH) — MP3 128 kbps
Les enfants du Rhône — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pluriel — MP3 320 kbps
AllzicRadio Jazz Lounge — AAC+ 64 kbps
radio brume rock MP3 192 kbps
VIRGIN RADIO FRANCE Radio Rock Français — MP3 128 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
PROJET XY — MP3
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

Museums in Villefontaine

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apothicairerie de Montluel
Écomusée du patrimoine des métiers
Espace Muséal de Gandil
Jean Devron
La Grange Chevrotière
Maison de la Photographie
Minéralogica
Musée
Musée d'art et d'histoire locale de Montluel
Musée de Bourgoin-Jallieu
Musée de l'Aviation Clément Ader
Musée de la Lauze
Musée de la vie rurale
Musée des Liqueurs Cherry Rocher
Musée Hector-Berlioz
Musée Testut-Latarjet
Musée-galerie Clauorum
Musée-Maison du Patrimoine
OL Le Musée
Patrimoine, culture et traditions

Libraries in Villefontaine

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Arcolade0.0
Bibliothèque de Beligneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Chavanoz0.0
Bibliothèque de Four0.0
Bibliothèque de Jameyzieu0.0
Bibliothèque de la Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque de Marennes0.0
Bibliothèque de Vaulx-Milieu0.0
Bibliothèque des Fougères0.0
Bibliothèque des Roches0.0
Bibliothèque Georges Bazin0.0
Bibliothèque Intercommunale0.0
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 municipale de Crémieu0.0
Bibliothèque municipale La Fontaine0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale La ronde des livres0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Marie-Ghislaine Chassine0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Paul Claudel0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Pierre Gamache0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Yvonne Geoffray0.0
Bibliothèque Paul Éluard0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire Provisoire0.0
Espace Pierre Poivre0.0
La Livrethèque0.0
Le Brrrazero0.0
Le Jardins des Lecteurs0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Mediatheque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Agnès Varda0.0
Médiathèque André Malraux0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère0.0
Médiathèque Bièvre Isère0.0
Médiathèque Claudie Gallay0.0
Médiathèque d'Heyrieux0.0
Médiathèque de Bourgoin-Jallieu0.0
Médiathèque de Champfleuri0.0
Médiathèque de Diémoz0.0
Médiathèque de l'orangerie0.0
Médiathèque de Luzinay0.0
Médiathèque de Ruy-Montceau0.0
Médiathèque de Serpaize0.0
Médiathèque de Vaulx-en-Velin0.0
Médiathèque de Villefontaine0.0
Médiathèque des collines0.0
Médiathèque et Ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque François Mitterrand0.0
Médiathèque Jacques Prévert0.0
Médiathèque Jean Prévost0.0
Médiathèque L'Echappée0.0
Médiathèque municipale ABC0.0
Médiathèque Satolas-et-Bonce0.0

Farmers Markets in Villefontaine

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Francis Beausoleil
Halle couverte
Marché Berliet
Marché Curial
Marché de Septème
Marché des Semailles
Marché du Pont d'Herbens
Marché du soir Louis Ailloud
Marché du Village
Marché Ferdinand Buisson
Marché Roger Salengro
Place de la Maison des Arts
Super Marché aux Puces

Hotels in Villefontaine

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lémand Hôtel

Cinemas in Villefontaine

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Fellini

Theatres in Villefontaine

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Théâtre du Vellein

Castles in Villefontaine

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château de Vaugelas
Château du Vellein

Dentists in Villefontaine

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FR #6784034870
FR #6821119732

Gas Stations in Villefontaine

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AVIA
Netto

Banks in Villefontaine

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BNP Paribas

Gyms in Villefontaine

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ASVF Musculation
CrossFit Wood Shack
Physic. forme

Breweries in Villefontaine

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bee King
Brasserie des Dauphins
Brasserie des Faux Semblables
Brasserie des Ursulines
Grand Café de la Mairie
Les Bières du Temps

Stadiums & Teams in Villefontaine

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Ski Resorts Near Villefontaine

18 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Saint-Nizier du Moucherotte 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Plans d'Hotonnes - Plateau de Retord 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Terre Ronde 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Egaux - St Hugues 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col de Porte 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Sappey-en-Chartreuse 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Autrans - Grand domaine la Sure 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Domaine Autrans - Méaudre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Signaraux 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Les Coulmes 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Méaudre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Montagnes de Lans 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Colline des Bains 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Villard de Lans - Corrençon 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Porte d'Herbouilly 0.0 — — $0 — — —
L'Alpe du Grand Serre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Col de l'Arzelier 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Villefontaine

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 Airfield—Medium Airport
Valence-Chabeuil AirportVAFMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Pérouges - Meximieux—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Romans - Saint-Paul—Small Airport
Altisurface de la Jasserie—Small Airport
Anthony Delluc Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Assieu Paramotor Airfield—Small Airport
Base ULM d'Izenave—Small Airport
Base ULM de Chaneins—Small Airport
Base ULM de Polliat—Small Airport
Base ULM de Val-Revermont—Small Airport
Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield—Small Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon Airfield—Small Airport
Belley-Peyrieu Airfield—Small Airport
Bibost Airfield—Small Airport
Bourg-Ceyzériat Airfield—Small Airport
Chamonet Airfield—Small Airport
Champis 07 Airfield—Small Airport
Chanaz Airfield—Small Airport
Corbonod-Seyssel Private Airfield—Small Airport
Corlier Altiport—Small Airport
Cret de Montieux Airfield—Small Airport
Crête de Brouffiers Altisurface—Small Airport
Crottet-Le Bief Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Deyras Saint Victor Airfield—Small Airport
Frontonas Airfield—Small Airport
Grand Champ Airfield—Small Airport
Grenoble Le Versoud Airfield—Small Airport
L'Alpe du Grand Serre Altisurface—Small Airport
La jalabertière Airfield—Small Airport
La Tour-de-Pin Airfield—Small Airport
La Tranclière Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Lavours Airfield—Small Airport
Le Parasoir Airfield—Small Airport
Leyrieu Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Brindas Airfield—Small Airport
Lyon Corbas Airfield—Small Airport
Malafretaz Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Mionnay Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Monestier de Clermont Les Verd Airfield—Small Airport
Montaud Airfield—Small Airport
Morestel Airfield—Small Airport
Ratières Les Allandaines Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Hilaire du Rosier Airfield—Small Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Villefontaine

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Villefontaine

Treatment Centers in Villefontaine

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centre Romans Ferrari

Churches & Religious Organizations in Villefontaine

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Bonnet
Église protestante évangélique
Église Saint-Martin
Mosquée Kuba
Salle du Royaume des Témoins de Jéhovah

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 Villefontaine

What is the population of Villefontaine?

Villefontaine has a population of 19,749 residents and is located in France. The population density is 2,846 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles.

Is Villefontaine expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,265, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $141,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $709 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Villefontaine?

Villefontaine 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 73°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Villefontaine?

The job market in Villefontaine faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,185 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Villefontaine?

The median home value in Villefontaine is $141,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $709.

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