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Villefranche-de-Lauragais, France

Occitanie · France

Villefranche-de-Lauragais is a small town in Occitanie, France with a population of 3,701. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,701 Population 925/sq mi density
597 ft Elevation 182 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,466 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$25,466 median income, 9.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$122,000 home value, $610/mo rent

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About Villefranche-de-Lauragais

Villefranche-de-Lauragais

Villefranche-de-Lauragais station is a railway station located in Villefranche-de-Lauragais, Occitanie, southern France. Within TER Occitanie, it is part of lines 10 (Toulouse–Narbonne) and 25 (Portbou–Toulouse).

People

Population3,701
Density925/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$25,466
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty10.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$122,000
Rent$610
Housing Units1,480
Rent Burden27.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Population3,701
Population Density925 / sq mi
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates43.4004°, 1.7170°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceOccitanie
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (818 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$25,466

About Villefranche-de-Lauragais

Villefranche-de-Lauragais is a small town in France (Occitanie) with a population of 3,701. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Villefranche-de-Lauragais is $25,466, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 222 business establishments.

Income: Villefranche-de-Lauragais vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$25,466
66% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above France avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below France avg
Establishments (County)222

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Villefranche-de-Lauragais is $122,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $610 (48% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,480 total housing units in the city. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,000
57% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$610
48% below France avg
Rent Burden27.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,480

Property Tax

Villefranche-de-Lauragais enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 269 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 area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above France avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density925/sq mi
Coordinates43.4004°N, 1.7170°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below France avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (May) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

630 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2023.

Feb 18, 1996 3 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M4.7 92 km
Aug 28, 2023 11 km W of Espot, Spain M4.6 111 km
Feb 18, 1996 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M4.6 93 km
Sep 21, 2004 7 km E of Camprodon, Spain M4.5 137 km
Mar 19, 1992 3 km SW of Campdevànol, Spain M4.5 137 km
Feb 26, 2003 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain M4.4 129 km
Oct 4, 1999 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France M4.4 106 km
Apr 1, 2010 8 km ESE of Campan, France M4.3 127 km
Jun 1, 2004 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain M4.2 133 km
Dec 12, 1996 5 km WSW of Tournay, France M4.2 127 km
May 3, 2008 6 km ESE of Campan, France M4.1 127 km
Apr 29, 2014 6 km ENE of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France M4.1 147 km
Oct 16, 1990 4 km SSE of Ossun, France M4.1 142 km
May 27, 1993 4 km NNE of Pouzac, France M4.0 130 km
Jul 2, 1997 5 km W of Vielha, Spain M4.0 112 km
Apr 17, 2023 11 km SSW of La Barthe-de-Neste, France M4.0 121 km
Feb 3, 2004 14 km SSE of Vielha, Spain M4.0 117 km
Feb 1, 2022 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain M4.0 108 km
Sep 23, 2004 4 km NNW of Ribes de Freser, Spain M4.0 123 km
Jan 18, 1992 0 km S of Horgues, France M3.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (152 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Olot Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 893 m (2,930 ft) Unknown 152 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in

Villefranche-de-Lauragais has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 42°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École maternelle publique La colline aux enfants — — — —
École primaire publique — — — —
École maternelle publique Yves Serres — — — —
École élémentaire publique la Miquelle — — — —
Lycée polyvalent Léon Blum — — — —
Collège Jules Ferry — — — —
École élémentaire publique Jules Ferry — — — —
Calandreta Lauragués — — — —
École primaire privée Saint-Joseph — — — —
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Radio Stations near Villefranche-de-Lauragais

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Le Bon Mix HiFi Flac 1411 Kbps eclectic, electro OGG
Djam Radio - Flac 1411 Kbps — OGG
Djam Radio - AAC192LC — AAC+
Toulouse FM 2000's, 2000s MP3
Radio Octopus — MP3 192 kbps
100% Radio Toulouse . — MP3 128 kbps
Egregore Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
Metal Invasion Radio hard rock, heavy metal AAC 96 kbps
Radio Transparence — MP3 128 kbps
Canal Sud — MP3 128 kbps
Le Bon Mix Dynamic - AAC192LC electro, house music AAC+ 192 kbps
Boosterfm — MP3 128 kbps
Le Bon Mix Radio 97.9 disco, electro AAC+ 320 kbps
Canal Sud 92.2 indépendante, radio locale MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fil de l'eau eclectic, gers MP3 128 kbps
Radio de la Save — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Expositions
Halle de La Machine
L'envol des pionniers
La ferme d'autrefois
La grange du domaine
Maison Salvan
Musée archéologique du Lauragais
Musée Ardouin
Musée des Vieux Outils
Musée du Pastel
Musee Fugace

Libraries in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bâtiment 85 - Aérothèque - bibliothèque universitaire0.0
Bib'INSA0.0
Bib'INSA0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque de Castanet-Tolosan0.0
Bibliothèque de l'ENAC0.0
Bibliothèque de l'ENAC0.0
Bibliothèque de l'OMP0.0
Bibliothèque de l'OMP0.0
Bibliothèque de Labastide-Beauvoir0.0
Bibliothèque de Lauzerville0.0
Bibliothèque de quartier - Pinel0.0
Bibliothèque de quartier - Roseraie0.0
Bibliothèque de quartier - Roseraie0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Félix-Lauragais0.0
Bibliothèque François Fournier0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
CDI0.0
Centre Information Orientation0.0
ESCAL0.0
La Passerelle0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque communale0.0
Médiathèque communale0.0
Médiathèque de Loubens-Lauragais0.0
Médiathèque de Mazères0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Orens0.0
Médiathèque de Saint-Orens0.0
Médiathèque départementale de la Haute-Garonne0.0
Médiathèque Dominique-Baudis0.0
Médiathèque Georges Canguilhem0.0
Médiathèque L’Autan des Mots0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Municipale Daniel Briand0.0
Médiathèque municipale de Baziège0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Quint-Fonsegrives0.0
Médiathèque Municipale de Quint-Fonsegrives0.0
Médiathèque Pechabouquine0.0
Médiathèque Samuel Paty0.0
Médiathèque Serveyrolles0.0
Médiathèque Serveyrolles0.0
Médiathèque Simone de Beauvoir0.0

Farmers Markets in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Halles
Halles
Marché Bio
Marché d'Auterive
Marché d'Escalquens
Marché de Balma
Marché de Balma
Marché de Baziège
Marché de Caraman
Marché de Castanet-Tolosan
Marché de Corronsac
Marché de L'Hers
Marché de L'Hers
Marché de l'Ormeau
Marché de l'Ormeau
Marché de Lanta
Marché de Lauzerville
Marché de Mons
Marché de Montaudran
Marché de Montaudran
Marché de Montbrun-Lauragais
Marché de Montgiscard
Marché de Nailloux
Marché de plein vent
Marché de Quint-Fonsegrives
Marché de Quint-Fonsegrives
Marché de Saint-Félix-Lauragais
Marché de Saint-Léon
Marché de Saint-Orens
Marché de Saint-Orens
Marché de Verte prairie
Marché de Villefranche-de-Lauragais
Marché de Villenouvelle
Marché Les Copains du Port
Marché Les Copains du Port
Marché plein vent
Marché plein vent
Marché Soupetard
Marché Soupetard

Hotels in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel du Lauragais
Hotel Restaurant du Lauragais

Cafes in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café de France

Cinemas in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinébor

Castles in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Château
Château de Barrelles

Clinics in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Monié

Train Stations in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Villefranche-de-Lauragais

Gas Stations in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso Express Lauragais
Hyper U
Intermarché
Super U

Banks in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AXA
Banque Française Mutualiste
BNP Paribas
Caisse d'Épargne
CIC
Crédit Agricole
Crédit Mutuel

Gyms in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Body Training

Breweries in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bière Séraphine
Brasserie du Midi
Brasserie du Midi
Brasserie Garland
Ice Breaker Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Villefranche-de-Lauragais

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de Beille 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mijanès - Donezan 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Ascou 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Goulier 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Freeride Guzet 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Camurac 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Guzet 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Domaine Les Monts d'Olmes 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Villefranche-de-Lauragais

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toulouse-Blagnac AirportTLSLarge Airport
Aérodrome de Saint-Girons - Antichan—Medium Airport
Albi Le Sequestre airportLBIMedium Airport
Carcassonne Salvaza AirportCCFMedium Airport
Castres Mazamet AirportDCMMedium Airport
Toulouse-Francazal (BA 101) Air Base—Medium Airport
Aerodrome de Bois de la Pierre—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Castelnaudary-Villeneuve—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Castelsarrasin Moissac—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Cazères - Palaminy—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Gaillac - Lisle-sur-Tarn—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Graulhet-Montdragon—Small Airport
Aérodrome de la Montagne Noire—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Muret - Lherm—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Pamiers - Les Pujols—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Sabonnères—Small Airport
Aérodrome de Toulouse Bourg-Saint-Bernard—Small Airport
Aérodrome Morin - Védrines—Small Airport
Albi Castelvert Airfield—Small Airport
Altiport d'Ustou—Small Airport
Altiport du Col de la Marrano—Small Airport
Altisurface d'Aleu—Small Airport
Altisurface de Balesta Nature—Small Airport
Altisurface de la Plagne-Bouirex—Small Airport
Altisurface du Clos de Legua—Small Airport
Artigat Airfield—Small Airport
Banadets Airfield—Small Airport
Baraigne Airfield—Small Airport
Beaugaillard Airfield—Small Airport
Boissay Ludovic Airfield—Small Airport
Coufouleux Airfield—Small Airport
Cox Airfield—Small Airport
Ercé Airfield—Small Airport
Esperce field—Small Airport
Fabas Airfield—Small Airport
Fromissard ULM—Small Airport
Gardouch Airfield—Small Airport
Gibel Airfield—Small Airport
Jourdan Airfield—Small Airport
L'Isle sur Tarn Airfield—Small Airport
La Boulouze Airfield—Small Airport
La Grand Borde Airfield—Small Airport
La Ramière Airfield—Small Airport
La Ville Dieu Airfield—Small Airport
Labastide Saint Pierre Airfield—Small Airport
Labastide-Saint-Sernin Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Le Burgaud Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Le Fousseret Ultralight Airfield—Small Airport
Le Reuilh Airfield—Small Airport
Léguille Monclar de Quercy Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste

Churches & Religious Organizations in Villefranche-de-Lauragais

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Villefranche-de-Lauragais
Église Saint-Brice
Église Saint-Étienne
Église Saint-Fabien et Saint-Sébastien
Église Saint-Jacques

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 Villefranche-de-Lauragais

What is the population of Villefranche-de-Lauragais?

Villefranche-de-Lauragais has a population of 3,701 residents and is located in France. The population density is 925 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.

Is Villefranche-de-Lauragais expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,466, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $122,000 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $610 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Villefranche-de-Lauragais?

Villefranche-de-Lauragais enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Villefranche-de-Lauragais?

The job market in Villefranche-de-Lauragais faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 222 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Villefranche-de-Lauragais?

The median home value in Villefranche-de-Lauragais is $122,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $610.

Nearby Cities

Gardouch 1,111 pop · 1.8 mi Villenouvelle 1,050 pop · 3.7 mi Avignonet-Lauragais 1,201 pop · 4.2 mi Nailloux 1,385 pop · 5.6 mi Labastide-Beauvoir 1,016 pop · 6.2 mi Baziège 2,468 pop · 6.4 mi Ayguesvives 2,030 pop · 6.5 mi Montgiscard 2,207 pop · 8.3 mi Caraman 2,195 pop · 9.2 mi Saint-Félix-Lauragais 1,495 pop · 9.2 mi Montlaur 1,002 pop · 9.7 mi Auriac-sur-Vendinelle 1,082 pop · 10.1 mi Mazères 3,006 pop · 10.5 mi Belberaud 1,271 pop · 10.5 mi
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