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Villerest, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Villerest is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 4,397. Elevation: 1,142 ft (348 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,397 Population 635/sq mi density
1,142 ft Elevation 348 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$26,827 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,827 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$92,400 home value, $462/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population4,397
Density635/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$26,827
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,400
Rent$462
Housing Units1,759
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Population4,397
Population Density635 / sq mi
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Coordinates45.9954°, 4.0346°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation34.3 inches (871 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$26,827

About Villerest

Villerest is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 4,397. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet (348 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Villerest is $26,827, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 264 business establishments.

Income: Villerest vs France

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,827
64% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above France avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below France avg
Establishments (County)264

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Villerest is $92,400, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $462 (60% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,759 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,400
67% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$462
60% below France avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,759

Property Tax

Villerest experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below France avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.9 km²)
Population Density635/sq mi
Coordinates45.9954°N, 4.0346°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.3"
10% below France avg
Snowfall 6.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

285 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 9, 2022.

Jul 15, 1996 3 km NE of Chilly, France M4.5 150 km
May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 114 km
Jan 11, 2006 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France M4.1 109 km
Sep 13, 1999 1 km NE of Biol, France M4.0 119 km
Feb 3, 1994 6 km WSW of Yenne, France M3.8 132 km
Dec 28, 1992 3 km NE of Villebois, France M3.8 111 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 95 km
Jan 28, 2004 2 km ESE of Châbons, France M3.8 127 km
Feb 28, 2004 1 km E of Biol, France M3.7 120 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 93 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 86 km
Aug 6, 1997 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France M3.6 142 km
Jul 25, 2002 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.5 45 km
Feb 21, 1993 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France M3.5 104 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 95 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 133 km
Nov 5, 2001 2 km NW of Ambert, France M3.4 54 km
Apr 5, 2000 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France M3.4 81 km
Jul 25, 2002 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France M3.4 44 km
Aug 1, 2006 7 km ESE of Beaune, France M3.4 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (86 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 86 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Villerest has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 39°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Villerest

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École élémentaire Thomas Pesquet
École maternelle Thomas Pesquet
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Radio Stations near Villerest

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RFM LE HIT MP3 128 kbps
Allzic Radio Brazil bossa nova, bossanova MP3 128 kbps
Activ radio MP3 320 kbps
Multicolore Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Calade classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
RFM party MP3 128 kbps
RFM PARTY 90 AAC+ 128 kbps
radio cactus talk & speech MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Villerest

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbaye de Charlieu
Chalet Exposition Arboretum
Couvent des Cordeliers
Écomusée
Le Grand Couvert
Musée Alice Taverne
Musée de la Soierie & Musée Hospitalier
Musée des Vignerons du Forez
Musée du tissage et de la soierie
Musée Joseph Dechelette
Musée municipal
Musée Reflet Brionnais
Péniche Freycinet La Dhuis
Prieuré de Pommiers-en-Forez
Retro Machines

Libraries in Villerest

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque d'Arcinges0.0
Bibliothèque de Bussy-Albieux0.0
Bibliothèque de La-Valla-Sur-Rochefort0.0
Bibliothèque de Leigneux0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint Sixte0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Denis-de-Cabanne0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Didier-Sur-Rochefort0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Julien-La-Vêtre0.0
Bibliothèque de Saint-Thurin0.0
Bibliothèque de Vougy0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de La Gresle0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Pouilly-sous-Charlieu0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque Bernard Chapelon0.0
Médiathèque de Balbigny0.0
Médiathèque de Briennon0.0
Médiathèque de Charlieu-Belmont Communauté0.0
Médiathèque de Roanne0.0
Médiathèque de Villers0.0
Médiathèque des Vals d’Aix et Isable0.0
Médiathèque George Sand0.0
Médiathèque La Grange Aventure0.0
Point Lecture du Mayollet0.0

Farmers Markets in Villerest

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles de Renaison
Les Halles Diderot
Parking - Marché de Perreux

Hotels in Villerest

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel du Domaine de Champlong

Castles in Villerest

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Manoir de la Mure

Theme Parks in Villerest

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parc de la plage

Golf Courses in Villerest

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf Club Domaine de Champlong

Breweries in Villerest

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie les Bulles Foréziennes
La limaille
La Part des Autres
Les Brasseurs du Sornin
Les Deux Branches
Sarl Hugo Bar

Stadiums & Teams in Villerest

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Villerest

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Villerest

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Roanne-Renaison AirportRNEMedium Airport
Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon AirportEBUMedium Airport
Saint-Yan AirportSYTMedium Airport
Vichy-Charmeil AirportVHYMedium Airport
Aérodrome de Feurs - ChambéonSmall Airport
Altisurface de la JasserieSmall Airport
Ambert - Le Poyet AirfieldSmall Airport
Banelle Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Belleville Villié Morgon AirfieldSmall Airport
Bibost AirfieldSmall Airport
Bort-l'Étang AirfieldSmall Airport
Brioude Beaumont AirfieldSmall Airport
Col du Béal AltiportSmall Airport
Cret de Montieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Forez Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Grand Prouilhat AirfieldSmall Airport
La Clayette Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
La jalabertière AirfieldSmall Airport
La Sauvetat Aubusson-d'Auvergne AirfieldSmall Airport
Lapalisse - Périgny AirfieldSmall Airport
Le Parasoir AirfieldSmall Airport
Lyon Brindas AirfieldSmall Airport
Montceau-les-Mines Pouilloux AirfieldSmall Airport
Montverdun AirfieldSmall Airport
Moulins-Montbeugny AirfieldSmall Airport
Mounier Haut AirfieldSmall Airport
Paray-le-Monial AirfieldSmall Airport
Précieux AirfieldSmall Airport
Roanne Mably AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint Jean d'Ardières AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Chamond L'Horme AirfieldSmall Airport
St Galmier AirfieldSmall Airport
Tinhlat AirfieldSmall Airport
ulm St Eusebe AirfieldSmall Airport
Villefranche-Tarare AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Villerest

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Sulpice
Église Saint-Maurice
Église Saint-Prix

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 Villerest

What is the population of Villerest?

Villerest has a population of 4,397 residents and is located in France. The population density is 635 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles.

Is Villerest expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,827, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,400 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $462 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Villerest?

Villerest has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Villerest?

The job market in Villerest faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 264 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Villerest?

The median home value in Villerest is $92,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $462.

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